Let’s find your next opportunity
AI Assistant: {{ chat.assistant.message }}
{{meta?.totalCount}}
results found
Sort By
{{ job.job_posting_title
}}
{{ job.job_posting_title }}
{{ job.is_cms_job ? (job.cities.split(';').length > 1 ? 'Various locations' : job.location_mappings[0]) : (job.location_mappings.length > 1 ? 'Various locations' : job.location_mappings[0]) }}
{{ job.time_type }}
We are sorry there are no jobs that match your exact criteria. Try a new search term, or use the filters to continue browsing for available opportunities.
Suggested roles matches
{{ job.title }}
{{ job.title }}
{{ [job.cities[0], job.regions[0], job.countries[0]].join(', ') }}
Various locations
We are sorry there are no jobs that match your exact criteria. Try a new search term, or use the filters to continue browsing for available opportunities.
Let’s find your next opportunity
{{ job.job_posting_title
}}
{{ job.job_posting_title }}
{{ job.is_cms_job ? (job.cities.split(';').length > 1 ? 'Various locations' : job.location_mappings[0]) : (job.location_mappings.length > 1 ? 'Various locations' : job.location_mappings[0]) }}
On this page
Site Office, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced Architect – Architectural Finishes to oversee and supervise architectural finishing works for a landmark development project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all architectural and interior finishing works are executed in accordance with approved designs, project specifications, quality standards, contractual requirements, and project schedules. Working closely with the Resident Engineer, Construction Manager, design teams, contractors, and specialist suppliers, the Architect – Architectural Finishes will play a critical role in delivering exceptional quality finishes across hospitality, convention center, mixed-use, and large-scale building developments.
Your role
- Supervise and monitor architectural finishing works to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, design intent, and contract requirements.
- Review and assess architectural shop drawings, material submittals, mock-ups, method statements, and technical submissions.
- Inspect installation of architectural finishes including stone cladding, marble, granite, ceramic and porcelain tiles, gypsum works, suspended ceilings, wall finishes, decorative panels, paint systems, glazing, and specialty finishes.
- Supervise interior fit-out activities including joinery, millwork, furniture integration, decorative metalworks, and bespoke architectural elements.
- Ensure construction works comply with approved samples, mock-ups, and project quality standards.
- Coordinate closely with interior designers, architects, structural engineers, MEP teams, and specialist contractors to resolve design and construction interface issues.
- Conduct routine site inspections and quality audits to verify workmanship and compliance with approved standards.
- Monitor contractor performance and progress against approved project schedules.
- Verify that all architectural materials delivered to site conform to approved material submissions and project specifications.
- Review Requests for Information (RFIs), technical queries, and proposed design modifications.
- Ensure proper implementation of Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) procedures during all architectural finishing activities.
- Identify defects, non-conformances, and workmanship issues and ensure timely implementation of corrective actions.
- Participate in design coordination meetings, progress meetings, technical workshops, and client inspections.
- Monitor façade finishes and architectural interface works to ensure compliance with design requirements.
- Review architectural testing requirements including façade performance tests, waterproofing tests, acoustic tests, and finish inspections where applicable.
- Assist in progress verification and certification of completed works.
- Lead snagging and de-snagging inspections and ensure timely closure of punch-list items.
- Support testing, commissioning, operational readiness, and project handover activities.
- Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements during architectural finishing operations.
- Prepare inspection reports, progress updates, technical assessments, and project documentation.
Location
Site Office, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Job Type
Full time
Ref
R-163580
Salary range
-
About you
- Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Master's Degree in Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred.
- Minimum 10+ years of overall professional experience in architectural design, construction, or site supervision.
- Minimum 5 years of experience supervising architectural finishing and fit-out works on major building projects.
- Proven experience in luxury hotels, resorts, convention centers, mixed-use developments, high-rise developments, commercial buildings, or premium hospitality projects.
- Experience within Site Supervision Consultancy, PMC, or Engineering Consultancy environments is highly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of architectural finishing materials, interior fit-out works, and façade systems.
- Experience reviewing architectural shop drawings, material submittals, mock-ups, and construction details.
- Familiarity with international building standards, architectural specifications, and quality control procedures.
- Strong understanding of hospitality and high-end finishing requirements.
- Experience with façade systems, waterproofing systems, glazing systems, and building envelope details is desirable.
- Knowledge of building codes, accessibility requirements, fire and life safety considerations, and industry best practices.
- Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills.
- Previous experience on major projects in Saudi Arabia or the GCC region is highly preferred.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, BIM platforms, Microsoft Office, and construction management software.
- Excellent communication, report-writing, and presentation skills.
- Fluency in English is required; Arabic language skills are an advantage.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?
Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.
Rewards & benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.
This includes:
- Tax-free salary.
- Life insurance coverage.
- Medical insurance.
- Annual leave balance.
- Company gratuity scheme.
- Discretionary bonus program.
- Annual flight contribution.
- Transportation & housing allowances.
- Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, familycare, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.
Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.
Make it brilliant, a career with AtkinsRéalis
Our supportive, collaborative culture inspires us as a global community every day.
Watch this short film and imagine what you could achieve here, too.
About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
Related jobs
Related blogs
Behind the scenes of project delivery: Mohamed’s journey at AtkinsRéalis
From paper files to digital systems, Mohamed’s career is a story of adapting to change while keeping projects moving.
From Design Manager to digital innovator: Building meaningful impact at Atkinsréalis
From design management to digital innovation, discover how Mohana turned a new passion for BIM into a career shaped by creativity, collaboration, and impact.
Starting over, without starting from scratch - Jon's story
Discover how Jon’s return to AtkinsRéalis was shaped by collaboration, support, and the opportunity to contribute to projects across the Middle East from Hong Kong.
Shely on climate-resilient design, village upskilling, and remote project delivery
From family favour to climate-smart homes, read how Shely brought sustainable design to life across continents.
How Belal Deiranieh is shaping Middle East transportation.
Transportation is at the heart of the Middle East’s transformation. Discover how Belal Deiranieh will help drive the next phase of growth and connectivity at AtkinsRéalis.
From a LinkedIn message to leading talent strategy across regions: Meet Doaa
Discover Doaa’s journey from design to strategic talent leadership. Read how she fast tracked her growth and built strong hiring practices across regions.
“Visibility changes perception”: Milena on leadership, confidence, and her journey from London to Dubai
Discover Milena’s path to becoming one of CIBSE’s youngest Fellows, read how visibility and representation shaped her leadership philosophy.
What are the most in-demand architectural roles in the Middle East?
Here, we take a look at which roles within architecture are most in-demand in the Middle East.
What is the New Murabba project in Saudi Arabia?
Learn about the innovative New Murabba project in Saudi Arabia.
Digital
Engineering
Nuclear
Safety
Mechanical
Electrical
Human Factors
Architecture & Planning
Cost, Commercial & Procurement
Civil
Geology
Geotechnical
Water
Health, Safety, Environment & Wellbeing
Project & Programme Management
Explore The Hub: Our office in Bristol
Designed with sustainability in mind, The Hub features cutting-edge low-carbon technology and has earned a BREEAM Excellent rating. Explore The Hub today.
Sustainability and sustainable development in the Middle East: A net zero conversation with Mayuko T
This week we caught up with Mayuko Totsuka – Strategic Advisory, Sustainability Lead, Middle East, at AtkinsRéalis.
What does an aviation Project Manager do?
We’ve expanded on the role of Aviation Project Managers at AtkinsRéalis.