Provide support and guidance to the Engineering Team on technical matters
Ensure the work of all discipline Engineers is completed in a timely manner and up to required standards
Support the Design Team Leaders and Design Managers in the preparation of Engineering Department's outputs (design development, design detailing, As-Built drawings, etc.)
Provide advisory support to other parts of the organization by bringing deep expertise to bear on complex technical matters
Develop and institutionalize Nesma's Engineering database, know-how, controls, and capabilities
Provide support for the professional development of staff and make sure that their work is in the right track and as per schedule
Review/Study the Design Criteria and Specifications of Projects
Monitor Drawing Schedule and Study CADD and Engineering Hours
Study different architectural proposals for projects
Monitor Shop Drawings preparation and release to client for approval
Suggest solutions for the problem arises from the site
Ensure that ISO procedures are followed correctly for Engineering Department
Propose Architectural Team Organization Chart for each project in coordination with Head of Engineering Department
Consult with Head of Engineering Department to determine the scope of proposed projects and architectural design services required
Account for the Architectural unit’s budget; with close coordination with Head of Engineering Department
Study Building Classification and Architectural Life Safety Requirements based on International Codes for NFPA101 and IBC
Propose Architectural Submittal Schedules for all projects in close coordination with Team Leaders and Design Managers; based on Construction Schedules
Ensure that the Architectural team will meet the Architectural dead line submittal dates
Review the submitted Architects CVs; conduct interviews and submit evaluation reports to Head of Engineering Department
Conduct periodical Internal Coordination meetings with Architectural Team to monitor the Engineering progress for each project, and comply with Engineering Submittal Schedules
Reply on all daily Architectural Unit team queries and questions; in order to solve all Architectural problems and take decisions; Discuss the decisions with Head of Engineering Department for final approval and global integrated coordination with all disciplines
Conduct Periodical Meeting with projects Structural and MEP Engineers for Architectural Shop Drawings Coordination purpose
Coordinate with Procurement Unit Heads for Vendors Drawings and Material Selection; and allocate coordination meetings between Architectural Team and Procurement Team
Take all necessary proactive actions to avoid any delay on Architectural submittals
Monitor Material Finishes Presentations and ensure a proper engineering-procurement coordination
Ensure a productive work distribution and work allocation to all Architect Team Leaders, Architects and Cad Operators; in line with Engineering Schedules and Organization Charts
Evaluate the Architectural Unit Team and recommend necessary trainings to enhance its potential productivity; submit it to Head of Engineering Department
Conduct site inspection visits, site coordination meetings and site as-built take off along with Architectural Team based on Projects requirements
Elaborate Minute Of Meetings for all Coordination meetings with Site and Procurement
Assist the Site Construction Teams during Projects construction and ensure that all their site queries were answered by the allocated Lead Architect Coordinators
Draft RFPs Requests For Proposals for selected contracted architects/engineers design offices, based on established project criteria
Prepare and Coordinate with Head of Engineering Department and Contract Department the Architect/Engineer Contract Agreement
Study and Compare the Architect/Engineer fees/quotations and present contract terms in Comparison Sheets for final A/E selection
Direct the Architects/Engineers regarding bidding and contract awarding procedures; and answering all their queries
Review Architect/Engineer proposals and verify for compliance with project requirements; review plans, specifications, and engineering schedules in line with construction schedule