Senior Architect - Finishing Works / Interior Fit-Out Completion
Job Description
Job Summary
The role requires a senior, site-based architect with proven capability in high-end finishing works, interior fit-out, acoustic/glazed partitions, executive spaces and handover. This is not a concept-design role. The main requirement is to control finishing quality, coordinate contractor shop drawings and MEP/ELV interfaces, prevent rework, and drive floor-by-floor completion within the target 8-month delivery programme.
Duties and Responsibilities
1.Design and shop drawing control
Review and comment on architectural, fit-out, reflected ceiling, partition, joinery, door, furniture and finish drawings. Maintain shop drawing and material submittal registers.
2. Mock-ups and sample approvals
Coordinate sample boards, benchmark rooms, material approvals and mock-ups before mass installation.
3. Site quality control
Conduct daily site inspections, check workmanship, tolerances and substrate readiness, reject defective works and maintain photographic records.
4. Interface coordination
Coordinate architectural finishes with MEP, ELV, AV, ICT, lighting, sprinklers, HVAC diffusers, access control and furniture.
5. Programme control
Review finishing programmes and 2-week lookaheads, identify critical long-lead items and escalate delays affecting the 8-month target.
6. Procurement support
Track finish materials, partition systems, doors, ironmongery, furniture, samples and factory production status.
7. Snagging and handover
Lead floor-by-floor snagging, de-snagging, final inspection and handover acceptance.Track finish materials, partition systems, doors, ironmongery, furniture, samples and factory production status
8. Reporting
Issue weekly architectural finishing report covering progress, quality risks, submittals, procurement risks and handover status.
Key Requirements
Education & Work Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture. Master's Degree in Architecture preferred.
- A total of 12–15 years of architectural experience is required with a minimum of 8-10 years directly managing finishing works, interior fit-out or architectural completion works.
- Member of the Nigerian Institute of Architects or equivalent international professional membership is an advantage.
- ARCON registration or eligibility preferred for Nigeria-based practice.
- Strong site-based experience including inspections, mock-ups, shop drawing review, coordination meetings, snagging and handover.
- Must have completed at least two projects above 20,000m2, or one major HQ, hotel, airport, luxury commercial or Grade A office tower project.
Mandatory Finishing Works Experience
Finishing package:
- Stone, marble, tile and raised floors: Substrate readiness, setting out, levels, tolerances, joints, edge protection and completed-work protection.
- Wall finishes and feature walls: Paint, plaster, wall covering, veneer, cladding, decorative panels, trims and special feature details.
- Gypsum and specialist ceilings: Reflected ceiling coordination with lights, diffusers, sprinklers, speakers, access panels, cameras, sensors and maintenance access.
- Glass and acoustic partitions: Shop drawings, head/base tracks, STC/acoustic requirements, seals, glazing, doors, ironmongery and installation tolerances.
- Bespoke joinery and fixed furniture: Production drawings, veneers, laminates, stone tops, counters, metal trims, hardware, mock-ups and installation quality.
- Doors and ironmongery: Timber, glass, security, fire-rated and special doors; hinges, closers, handles, locks and access-control interfaces.
- Bathrooms and wet areas: Waterproofing, falls, tile/marble work, sanitaryware coordination, mirrors, counters, access panels and MEP access.
- Executive spaces / auditorium / boardrooms: Acoustics, lighting, AV coordination, furniture, wall/ceiling details and presentation-quality finishes.
- Loose furniture and FF&E: Furniture layouts, samples, delivery, placement, protection, defects and final acceptance.
- Snagging and handover: Room-by-room inspections, defect logs, closure tracking, final cleaning and handover documentation.
Technical Competencies
- Expert in Architectural and interior design drawing interpretation.
- Mandatory knowledge of the use of AutoCAD, Microsoft Exel, Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
- Expert in Finishing specifications and material schedules
- Proficiency in Revit/BIM viewer, Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project is preferred.
- Expert in Shop drawing review and RFI management
- Strong knowledge of Bluebeam/PDF markup tools is an advantage.
- Expert in Mock-up, sample and material approval process
- Expert in Fit-out sequencing and site logistics
- Expert in Snagging, de-snagging and handover
- Strong in MEP / ELV / AV interface coordination
- Strong in Glass, acoustic and demountable partitions
- Strong in Joinery, fixed furniture and loose furniture coordination
- Strong in Wet area detailing and waterproofing inspection
- Strong in Contractor progress verification and variation awareness