Project Architect Job at Ultimus Construction

Ultimus Construction is a leading provider of construction and property development solutions. At Ultimus Construction, we deliver highly innovative and sustainable products driven by our greatest assets – our carefully selected people and cutting-edge technology.

Guided by design thinking, we strive to deliver uniqueness, luxury and affordability on each project, with a non-negotiable commitment to the highest quality of excellence. We go beyond the mark to deliver state-of-the-art edifices.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Project Architect

Job Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports To: Project Director

Job Summary

• You will provide project leadership and documentation coordination. Your position requires leading project teams as they develop design drawings, technical documentation and construction administration phase documents.

Main Duties and Responsibilities
You will be responsible for leading the production of schematic design, design development and construction documents:

• Reviewing of documents for quality control evaluations
• Supervision of project team
• Coordination and maintenance of project schedule
• Meeting with clients
• Coordinating with consultants
• Meeting with suppliers and vendors
• Overseeing construction phases of projects
• Actively seeking new design and construction methods
• Ensuring close-out documentation and project archives are complete
• Meeting with clients to discuss project objectives, needs, and budget
• Preparing and presenting design proposals, including detailed drawings of finished buildings, renovations, or restorations
• Meeting with construction professionals and clients to discuss feasibility of designs
• Reviewing local rules and regulations to ensure the construction project falls within all constraints
• Leading design team in creating detailed drawings and specifications for architectural projects
• Specifying the materials needed for construction of projects
• Working with computer-aided design software to create blueprints and images
• Working with contractors, surveyors, and building service engineers to create a construction schedule and bring the designs to fruition
• Coordinating work between various contractors
• Supervising construction of buildings to ensure projects meet deadlines, stay on budget, and adhere to the original vision for the design
• Visiting proposed locations and building sites
• Resolving issues that come up during construction
• Participating in project management throughout the construction
• Occasional travel required.

Qualifications

• Architectural degree is required
• Licensed by recognised Architectural Body in Nigeria
• Minimum of Six years experience
• Proficient in standard industry software.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@ultimusconstruction.com using the Job Role as the subject of the email.