Senior Architect

Alaro City is a joint venture between Rendeavour, the largest new city and industrial park builder in Africa, and the Lagos State Government. It is one of the fastest growing real estate and urban development projects in Nigeria. It is conceived on 2,000 hectares of land and has areas for offices, logistics and warehousing, homes, schools, healthcare facilities, hotels, entertainment and 150 hectares of parks and open spaces.

Located in the North West Quadrant of the Lekki Free Zone, Alaro City is ideally situated on the Lekki-Epe Expressway for ease of transportation to Lagos or towards the rest of Nigeria.

Alaro City is a secure, predictable and proven environment for individuals and businesses, and already home to investments by notable global and local business such as BUA Group, CAT (Mantrac), Ariel Foods, Kenol, SANA Group and international real estate developers and investors.

RESPONSIBILITES

·       Set up and manage Development Control Company of Alaro City, with responsibility for creating an effective and efficient built urban environment and regulations that ensure a safe and healthy environment for all.

·       Review development plans from clients to determine compliance before circulation to the DCC Committee (of which the Senior Architect is a member).

·       Undertake effective consultation with customers before and during all works concerning their property.

·       Administer DCC review and approval fees to clients in accordance with the fees structure.

·       Providing required information to clients and contractors on policies, parcel plans, building development, and others.

·       Ensure contractors onsite understand DCC policies, parcel plans, building development, design specifications and contractors’ code.

·       Manage, track and coordinate development approvals. Organize and monitor schedules and see that deadlines are met.

·       Liaise between DCC, clients, contractors, regulators, Alaro City infrastructure delivery team and other interested parties.

·       Complete any necessary research on practices and ensure that development policies are in line with the industry regulations.

·       Conduct routine site visit to ensure strict adherence to submitted and approved development plans and quality workmanship.

·       Prepare detailed reports on any deviations in workmanship, construction activity or schedules together with appropriate recommendations.

·       Prepare and submit detailed analytical reports as scheduled to provide decision-makers with reliable and accurate information on the status of ongoing DCC projects.

·       Develop and present architectural design proposals, renders, drawings, specifications, and budgets for Alaro City projects.

·       Frequent site inspections to ensure all development are carried out in accordance with DCC policies, procedures, and guidelines. Witnesses testing and quality control activities to ensure compliance with contract requirements.

·       Assist in the daily DCC administration, planning, and appraisals.

·       Ensure contractors onsite understand DCC policies, parcel plans, building development, and contractors’ code.

·       Carry out a thorough study of the drawings and specifications. Check for errors and discrepancies in the drawings and specifications and report to the Development Control Engineering team.

·       Prepare detailed reports on any deviations in workmanship, construction activity or schedules together with appropriate recommendations.

·       Perform any other tasks as assigned by your Line Manager.

REQUIREMENTS

Hard skills and experience:

1.       A degree in Architecture with equivalent experience in Project Management, Construction Management or equivalent.

2.       At least eight years’ experience involving mixed-use developments or diversified property portfolios.

3.       General construction knowledge and ability to regularly interact with engineers, architects, city planners, and general contractors

4.       Ability to read and interpret CAD files, including MEP.

5.       Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite - Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

6.       Excellent knowledge of urban and town planning best practices, policies and standards.

7.       Excellent knowledge of OSHA regulations and guidelines

8.       Excellent reporting skills.

Soft skills:

1.       Mature, pragmatic and flexible.

2.       Team player but comfortable working autonomously.

3.       Strong written and verbal communication skills.

4.       Rigorous and organized approach.

5.       Good attention to detail.

6.       Hands-on, ready to roll up the sleeves.

7.       Ability to multi-task, establish priorities, and maintain organization in a rapidly changing environment.

Personal characteristics:

1.       High energy

2.       Result-oriented;

3.       Strong work ethic;

4.       Ability to work effectively under pressure; and

5. Desire to live and work in Epe, Lagos.