Key Responsibilities
Own and manage the design programme from concept stage through to technical design issue for all packages
Coordinate all design consultants including architect, structural engineer, landscape architect, fire engineer, and specialist consultants
Manage the design package release schedule, ensuring each package is issued for construction in the sequence required by the Construction Manager
Enforce design freeze following concept approval and manage any post-freeze changes through the formal change order process
Review and comment on all design packages before they are issued for construction; identify coordination errors and resolve them before they reach site
Maintain the master drawing register for all disciplines across all blocks; update with every new issue and revision
Issue all architectural drawings from the design team to the site via the project management platform; obtain transmission receipts and confirm current-revision drawings are accessible on site at all times
Log, track, and chase all Requests for Information raised by site; confirm responses are received, formally issued, and incorporated into the drawing register
Log all Architect\'s Instructions as they are issued; confirm that each instruction is acted upon and completed on site
Interface with the Construction Manager and Site Engineers on buildability, site conditions, and emerging design queries
Manage the shop drawing and product sample review and approval process
Ensure architects and all design consultants maintain proficiency with and actively use the agreed design tools including AutoCAD, Revit or equivalent BIM platform, and the project management and document control system
Coordinate with the Programme and MEP Manager on MEP sleeve and penetration drawings, ensuring they are issued before every slab pour
Required Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor\'s degree in Architecture or a related built environment discipline; registration with the Nigerian Institute of Architects (NIA) is strongly preferred
Minimum 8 years of professional experience, with at least 4 years in a design management or senior architectural coordination role on major construction projects
Strong understanding of architectural and structural design processes, drawing standards, and coordination requirements
Proficiency in AutoCAD is essential; proficiency in Revit or equivalent BIM software is highly desirable
Experience managing consultant teams on fast-track or Design and Build projects in Nigeria
Proficiency in document management platforms such as Procore, Aconex, or equivalent
Key Competencies and Personal Attributes
Exceptional organisational and coordination skills; ability to manage multiple design packages simultaneously
Strong technical understanding spanning architecture, structure, and MEP
Confident in challenging design teams on quality, coordination, and programme adherence
Clear written and verbal communication; able to produce concise design status reports
Meticulous attention to detail in document naming, numbering, and filing