Senior Architect — Design Review (Capital Projects Planning & Design)

Senior Architect — Design Review (Capital Projects Planning & Design)

Division : Capital Project Planning & Design

Location : Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Architect – Design Review to join our Capital Project Planning & Design division in Riyadh. The role focuses on leading architectural design reviews for mega-scale developments, ensuring design quality, regulatory compliance, constructability, and alignment with client objectives.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Saudi Arabia or GCC mega projects and a proven ability to oversee complex, multi-disciplinary design processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead architectural design reviews across all stages : concept, schematic, design development, tender, and IFC.
• Assess consultant submissions for compliance with project briefs, codes, regulations, and client standards.
• Produce detailed design review reports and provide actionable recommendations.
• Coordinate with structural, MEP, landscape, and façade teams to ensure integrated design solutions.
• Monitor design risks, identify constructability issues, and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Enforce BIM standards, LOD requirements, and oversee digital model reviews.
• Present findings to design review boards, client representatives, and senior stakeholders.
• Mentor junior architects and support knowledge-sharing across the design team.
• Support procurement and tender evaluations with technical scoring and clarifications.
• Ensure full compliance with Saudi planning authorities, civil defence, and environmental regulations.

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