Principal Architect

Job Description and Requirements
Principal Objective

Responsible for review, verification and approval of architectural submittals, qualifications of material manufacturers/suppliers and quality of materials, application/methodologies, shop drawings, ITP and quantities in compliance with the project specifications, approved drawings, applicable code, standards and within budget and schedule.

Major Activities Performed

Review, verify and approve all Contractors’ architectural material submittals complying with the project specifications, approved drawings, applicable code, standards.
Review, Verify and approve prequalification documents of Manufacturers and suppliers.
Review, Verify and approve Shop drawings, ITPs and other contractual documents/requirements.
Witnesses contractors’ material selection, installation and quality control inspections to ensure that the permanent and finishing works are constructed according to the contract, applicable codes, standards, approved drawings and specifications.
Provides technical guidance to CSG Supervisor / CPS Manager in interpretation of architectural specifications.
Reviews job plans, methods, material selection, equipment, and detects potential problems in conforming to established schedules or specifications.
Reviews problems with Contractor and other departments to determine whether proposed actions are adequate for resolution.
Reviews contractor-submitted architectural shop drawings, material submittals, interiors and exterior finishes, mock-ups, landscaping, and coordinates with the concerned departments for obtaining their approval and/or comments.
Arranges meetings between the contractor and concerned departments to resolve interfacing problems during construction.
Conducts or directs fact finding architectural investigations and advises CSG Supervisor / CPS Manager.
Initiates and prepares for CSG Supervisor / CPS Manager draft architectural related letters, memos or reports to contractors and other Departments.

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