Architect - Airport Projects

About the role

The Architect coordinates architectural design development, technical reviews, multidisciplinary design integration and construction support across the project lifecycle. The role ensures that all architectural works comply with Employer's Requirements, local regulations, international airport standards and project quality objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Manage design documentation, drawings, specifications and BIM deliverables from design consultants and subcontractors, and coordinate interfaces with Structural, MEP, Airside, Landside, BHS, Security and specialist airport systems.
• Ensure compliance with Employer's Requirements, ICAO standards, IATA recommendations and local building regulations; coordinate BIM models using Revit, Navisworks and PMIS.
• Take part in design review workshops, clash detection and multidisciplinary coordination, and provide technical support during construction.
• Prepare, review and coordinate RFIs, NCRs, site technical queries and shop drawings based on IFC; manage design changes and revisions.
• Conduct site inspections, liaise with the client, PMC, design consultant, authorities and internal teams, and support approval and permit processes.
• Review drawings, specifications, BIM models, material submittals and shop drawings, identify constructability issues and support value engineering.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture; Master's degree preferred.
• Registered Chartered Architect or equivalent professional accreditation; membership of the SLIA (Sri Lanka Institute of Architects) preferred.
• Minimum 8-15 years of architectural experience; minimum 5 years in major aviation, transportation, healthcare, mixed-use or mega infrastructure projects preferred.
• Airport project experience highly preferred; D&B or EPC project experience preferred.

Required skills

• AutoCAD
• Revit and Navisworks BIM coordination
• Design review and value engineering
• Building code compliance