About SMEC

Delivering exceptional outcomes starts with having exceptional people.

SMEC provides unique opportunities to work on iconic industry projects with experienced colleagues and leadership teams. We support and empower employees to drive innovation initiatives within a well-established and growing organisation.

Every employee plays a key role in shaping our business and is driven by teamwork, progressive thinking and creative ideas. We are committed to providing platforms to enable our people to engage in the business, deliver value to clients and develop their careers.

When you join SMEC, you join a flexible growing organisation that has a genuine commitment to CSR, diversity and improving the world we live in.

The role

We are looking for an experienced Architect for a Hydropower Project based in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK), Pakistan. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing, reviewing, and coordinating architectural designs and drawings for project buildings and associated infrastructure, ensuring compliance with project specifications, design standards, and functional requirements.

• Prepare and develop architectural designs, drawings, and layouts for project buildings and infrastructure.
• Coordinate architectural designs with civil, structural, and MEP engineering teams.
• Review drawings and ensure compliance with approved designs, technical specifications, and relevant building standards.
• Conduct site visits to monitor construction activities and ensure alignment with approved architectural drawings.
• Review and incorporate design changes based on site requirements and project needs.
• Coordinate with project teams to resolve design-related issues.
• Maintain architectural drawings, design records, and project documentation.
• Ensure timely completion and submission of architectural deliverables.

With a track record of achievement in a related role, you will have gained your experience in a consultancy environment and have a passion for building trusted relationships to drive positive change and win new work.

Suitable applicants will have/be:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture from a recognized university.
• Minimum 7-10 years of overall professional experience, including at least 5 years in architectural design and site coordination.
• Previous experience in hydropower, infrastructure or large-scale construction projects will be an advantage.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and other relevant architectural design software.
• Strong understanding of architectural drawings, building materials, construction methods, and technical specifications.
• Good coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills.

SMEC is an equal opportunity employer. Diversity is a source of strength for our people, our clients, our partners and our communities.

How to apply

All applications must be submitted online and for a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Taimoor Tariq Taimoor.tariq@sjgroup.com

For further details about us, please visit our website:

https://www.smec.com/

www.smec.com/careers

All recruitment activities go through our Recruitment & Talent Team and currently, this role doesn’t require agency input. Please do not forward resumes directly to SMEC employees.

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