SENIOR TECHNICAL OFFICE ENGINEER (ARCHITECTURE & INTERIOR DESIGN)

Company: Riwaq –

WebSite: Zamalek, Cairo, Egypt

Job Description:**Job Description**

The incumbent is responsible for providing comprehensive technical support throughout the project lifecycle, encompassing design coordination, documentation, and site support. Key responsibilities include:

* Preparing and issuing accurate shop drawings and coordination drawings based on project design documents, adhering to quality standards, and identifying and reporting any design conflicts.
* Developing and submitting comprehensive technical submittals.
* Formulating and submitting Requests for Information (RFIs) to address any omissions, ambiguities, discrepancies, or technical issues arising during construction.
* Contributing to discussions and proposing technical solutions related to design drawings.
* Verifying the accuracy of quantity surveys for all finishing trades using computerized tools or manual methods to ensure alignment with the Bill of Quantities (BOQ).
* Conducting site visits to gather measurements and coordinating with surveying engineers to provide necessary data.
* Participating in value engineering studies and change order evaluations as required.
* Assisting in the preparation of invoices for subcontractors and clients.
* Maintaining and updating the shop drawing log prior to submission to consultants for approval.
* Attending progress technical meetings as requested.
* Executing drafting tasks as assigned.
* Participating in the technical review of contracts.
* Contributing to the preparation of construction method statements and work plans.
* Ensuring client needs are met throughout project development.
* Maintaining comprehensive project documentation.
* Collaborating with the design team on value engineering initiatives, adhering to pre-defined client budgets.
* Informing the Principal and General Manager of any unforeseen delays in the project timeline.
* Performing any other tasks as directed by the Principal and/or General Manager.
* Developing and maintaining meticulous project documentation, including tracking plan changes, documenting the causes of delays, and providing regular progress reports throughout the project.
* Ensuring the archiving of all project closure documents for future reference.
* Preparing as-built drawings and verifying their accuracy against actual site dimensions.
* Coordinating with suppliers and lighting designers as needed.
* Reviewing, studying, and coordinating design drawings, BOQs, specifications, subcontractor shop drawings, and cost estimates.
* Visiting and communicating with the site to address design conflicts, obtain site measurements, and manage variation orders.
* Producing CAD drawings for presentations, including plans, elevations, sections, and details, as well as architectural specifications.
* Preparing workshop drawings for woodwork and furniture details, including joinery, doors, cornicing, architraves, bathrooms, and kitchens.
* Working closely with the design team to prepare, develop, and produce client concept designs and presentation documents, including plans, elevations, perspective visuals, and furniture drawings.
* Sourcing FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment) and managing supplier relationships.
* Considering materials and costs in accordance with the established budget.

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