Architect Job Vacancy at Oando Nigeria Plc

Functional Area: Design & Co-ordination Project Management
Reports To: Services Manager
Responsible For: Interior Design, Interior Fit outs, Space Planning
Overall Purpose of Job: Design development and design team coordination, Project Management

Responsibilities:
• Assisting in the preparation and development of project briefs
• Preparing outline proposals , detailed designs and construction drawings etc
• Preparing sufficient production information for consultants and specialists to develop their proposals, coordinating these and integrating them into the overall scheme
• Coordinating and directing the design and project management process
• Advising on the need for statutory and other consents , and preparing sufficient information for sub-contractor tendering
• Managing the overall budget for projects
• Liaising with the procurement team and advising on the appointment of contractors and vendors
• Inspecting the works throughout the construction process to ensure quality objectives are achieved
• Visiting manufacturer’s workshops /factories as necessary
• Assisting in the preparation of as built drawings , operating/maintenance manuals etc
• Developing and maintaining a fittings and fixtures and furniture database for the department company.

Key Performance Indicators:
• Ability to deliver design solutions on project within short time frame
• Ability to manage diverse team of specialists
• Ability to develop and maintain design database
• Adherence to Nigerian building codes and Oando Safety guidelines

Person Specification:
• Bachelors in Architecture
• Minimum 5 years work experience (Residential and Commercial Project Preferable)
• Registration with NIA

Required Competencies:
• Good superior oral and written communication skills
• Good superior flair for design
• Understanding of various design and construction issues
• Project Management skills including Ability to develop project plans and schedules
• Good understanding of technical operations
• Establishing and maintaining good interpersonal relationships