Junior Architect cum Construction Manager - Multiple Teams

Job Description

Position Overview

The Jr. Architect cum Construction Manager (Architectural Works, Interiors & Finishes) shall report to the Sr. Architect cum Construction Manager and be responsible for ensuring work-front availability, achieving agreed construction progress targets, identifying and escalating delays, constraints, resource shortages, and interface-related bottlenecks, and supporting timely delivery of architectural works. The role involves progress monitoring, construction supervision, quality assurance, testing, commissioning, and handover of architectural works, interior fit-outs, façade systems, finishes, passenger-facing areas, and associated airport facilities.

The incumbent shall review GFC drawings and identify site-related discrepancies, review technical submissions, monitor construction progress and quality, coordinate with contractors, consultants, designers, and multidisciplinary stakeholders, and ensure that all works are executed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, project schedules, safety requirements, design intent, and applicable aviation standards. The role shall also ensure seamless integration of architectural works with structural, MEP, ICT, airport systems, and operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Review GFC drawings, specifications, shop drawings, material submittals, mock-ups, and technical submissions, and identify constructability issues and site-related discrepancies.
• Ensure work-front availability and support achievement of agreed construction progress targets.
• Supervise construction activities related to architectural works, façades, interior fit-outs, finishes, signage, and passenger-facing facilities.
• Monitor construction progress and proactively identify, escalate, and resolve delays, constraints, resource shortages, and interface issues.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, airport stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure smooth execution of architectural works.
• Manage interfaces between architectural works, structural systems, MEP services, ICT, airport systems, and operational requirements.
• Conduct site inspections, quality checks, mock-up reviews, and compliance assessments.
• Ensure compliance with approved materials, finishes schedules, design intent, safety requirements, and statutory regulations.
• Resolve site issues, technical queries, and design clarifications in coordination with relevant stakeholders.
• Prepare progress reports, inspection records, punch lists, and technical documentation.
• Monitor testing, commissioning, snagging, defect rectification, and handover activities.
• Verify as-built drawings, material records, warranties, and handover documentation.
• Identify construction risks and implement corrective and mitigation measures.
• Support the Sr. Architect cum Construction Manager in contractor management, technical reviews, progress monitoring, and project coordination.

Key Competencies

• Architectural Construction Supervision & Site Management
• Interior Fit-Outs, Façades & Finishes
• Review of GFC Drawings, Shop Drawings & Technical Submittals
• Progress Monitoring & Work-Front Management
• Quality Assurance & Finish Control
• Testing, Commissioning & Handover Management
• Knowledge of DGCA, ICAO, NBC, Accessibility & Fire Life Safety Standards
• BIM, Revit, AutoCAD & Digital Coordination Tools
• Multidisciplinary Interface Management
• Documentation, Reporting & Record Management
• Strong Communication, Coordination & Problem-Solving Skills
• Ability to work under demanding project schedules in a multidisciplinary airport environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture from a recognized university.
• Registration with the Council of Architecture (COA) shall be preferred.
• Overall 5-10 years of professional experience in architectural construction supervision, fit-out works, façade systems, and project delivery.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in airport and aviation infrastructure projects is essential.
• Experience in supervision of architectural finishes, interior fit-outs, façades, passenger processing areas, commercial spaces, and associated support facilities.
• Experience working with PMC Consultants, EPC Contractors, Airport Operators, Consultants, or Client-side project teams.
• Experience in multidisciplinary interface coordination involving architectural, structural, MEP, ICT, and airport systems.
• Knowledge of DGCA, ICAO, NBC, Fire & Life Safety Codes, Accessibility Standards, and applicable building regulations.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, BIM platforms, and MS Office applications.

Additional Information

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About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

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