Lead Architect at Spacefinish Africa

Spacefinish is a design company. We are reimagining workspaces to improve the quality of life. Our first step to improve your quality of life is to start with the areas that have the biggest impact on your daily routine. Today people spend about 80% of their time at work. At Spacefinish we believe we can create better work environments that improve your business and way of life.

By taking a human-centered approach to design we can prioritize research and insight gathering into how people work, play, and collaborate, thereby allowing us to turn those insights into innovative design solutions that help you achieve higher levels of excellence in your respective field.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Lead Architect

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Architectural Design: Lead the design process from conceptualization to detailed execution, ensuring adherence to project requirements, codes, and standards.
• Project Management: Manage multiple projects simultaneously, including establishing project timelines, allocating resources, and monitoring progress to ensure timely delivery within budgetary constraints.
• Team Leadership: Provide mentorship and guidance to junior architects and designers and support staff, fostering a collaborative and productive working environment.
• Client Interaction: Collaborate with the PMs on client communication, addressing their concerns, presenting design proposals, and incorporating feedback to ensure client satisfaction.
• Technical Expertise: Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in architectural design, incorporating innovative solutions into project designs.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct thorough reviews of architectural plans, specifications, and construction documents to ensure accuracy, compliance, and quality.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with internal stakeholders such as engineers, contractors, and consultants to integrate architectural designs seamlessly with other project components.
• Construction: Experience working with grade A contractors on complex construction projects.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with building codes, zoning regulations, and other legal requirements throughout the design and construction phases.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and challenges early in the project lifecycle, implementing mitigation strategies to minimize project disruptions and cost overruns.
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in post-project reviews to identify lessons learned and areas for improvement, contributing to the refinement of architectural processes and methodologies.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture from an accredited institution.
• Professional licensure as an architect (ARCON certification) is preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in architectural design and project management, with a focus on commercial/residential/industrial projects, with a minimum project value at N750million.
• Proficiency in industry-standard architectural software such as Revit, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong understanding of building codes, zoning regulations, and construction practices.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively convey complex concepts to diverse stakeholders.
• Proven leadership abilities with a track record of successfully managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities effectively.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.