Senior Aviation Architect (Riyadh & Jeddah)

Atkins are looking for a Senior Aviation Architect in Riyadh & Jeddah, KSA.

You will join a group of passionate industry experts within an already well-established team.  For those individuals that are capable and motivated, we aim to provide an environment offering opportunities for your development and growth as well as providing you with support in formulating your career ambitions.

Therefore, if you want to be stimulated intellectually, to challenge yourself professionally and be part of a dynamic team, we would like to hear from you.

Senior Aviation Architect is a highly skilled and experienced architect who specializes in the design and planning of airports, air traffic control towers, and other aviation-related facilities. Their job is to ensure that these facilities meet the highest standards of safety, functionality, and aesthetics.

• The main responsibilities of a Senior Aviation Architect include:

• Designing and overseeing the construction of airports and other aviation facilities, including runways, taxiways, and aircraft maintenance facilities.

• Collaborating with engineering and construction teams to ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required specifications.

• Developing design plans and architectural drawings using computer-aided design (CAD) software.

• Conducting site visits to assess the feasibility of proposed projects and to identify any potential issues.

• Managing project teams and delegating tasks to junior architects and designers.

• Ensuring that all projects comply with local building codes, zoning regulations, and environmental regulations.

• Conducting research and staying up-to-date on industry trends and technological advancements.

• Presenting designs and proposals to clients, stakeholders, and regulatory authorities.

• Developing and maintaining relationships with clients, contractors, and vendors.

• Mentoring and training junior architects and designers.

Requirements:

• 8+ years of relevant industry experience Bachelor’s degree in Architecture International work experience with Middle East background preferred

• The ideal candidate for a Senior Aviation Architect position will have a degree in architecture or a related field, as well as several years of experience working on aviation-related projects. They should have excellent project management and communication skills, as well as a strong understanding of building codes, regulations, and safety standards. Additionally, they should be highly creative, detail-oriented, and able to work effectively in a team environment.

SNC Lavalin's Atkins business is one of the largest multidisciplinary, multi sector engineering design consultancies in the world and is part of the SNC Lavalin Group.

As one of the world’s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies with a leading track record in the defence sector, Atkins are ideally placed to respond to this market. We have a broad establishment and proud, 50 year history throughout the Middle East region.

We provide a full range of design, engineering and project management services for buildings, transportation and other infrastructure programmes.

Atkins in the Middle East now employs around 2,000 staff serving Gulf clients across all market sectors from offices in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Doha, Dubai, Jeddah, Kuwait City, Manama, Muscat, Riyadh, and Sharjah.

Rewards and Benefits

We offer an excellent package which includes:

·        A competitive salary

·        Medical and life insurance cover.

·        Company gratuity scheme.

·        Discretionary bonus scheme.

·        Annual flight allowance to point of origin.

SNC-Lavalin is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not to discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction or disablement. We oppose all forms of unlawful treatment and discrimination.

Our aim is for the company to be representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to a policy of treating all our employees and job applications equally.

We pursue this commitment by:

Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implemented;

Complying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practice;

Ensuring that all existing employees, potential employees, colleagues and customers are treated equally and with respect;

Ensuring that the workplace is an environment free from discrimination, harassment, victimisation and bullying regardless of an individual’s gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction or disablement;

Making all decisions relating to recruitment, selection or promotion according to the employees’ ability.