FIPHS Infrastructure Limited is a response to a high infrastructure deficit in Africa which has given rise to the need to build an indigenous world-class infrastructure development company. FIPHS Infrastructure offers a broad spectrum of solutions and expertise to the infrastructure development sector in Africa.
Senior Architect
- Job Type: Full Time
- Qualification: BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
- Experience: 5 – 7 years
- Location: Rivers
- City: Port Harcourt
- Job Field: Building and ConstructionÂ
Job Role / Objectives
- We are a leading construction company seeking a talented and experienced Senior Architect to join our team.
- The successful candidate will be responsible for designing new buildings, extensions, and modifications to existing structures.
- This role involves both creative architectural design and technical drafting, including preparing and updating civil drawings in compliance with CAD data management standards.
Position Overview / Responsibilities
- Develop, design, and modify blueprints and architectural plans using hand sketches and CAD software.
- Collaborate closely with civil engineers to produce practical, safe, and buildable road and drainage designs in AutoCAD
- Manage and analyze construction measurement data to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Ensure projects adhere to financial budgets and deadlines
- Prepare and revise detailed drawings, specifications, and tender documents
- Liaise with the Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) team to update drawings reflecting design changes
- Review and interpret blueprints, plans, specifications, and related customer documentation.
- Resolve design-related issues arising during construction phases.
- Lead and supervise the preparation of dimensional, civil, and complex architectural drawings.
- Report progress and improvement plans to the Design Units Team Lead;
- Serve as a key resource on planning and design aspects of civil structures.
- Identify construction-specific opportunities for improvement.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Architecture from a recognized University.
- Membership in an internationally recognized architectural professional body.
- Minimum 5 – 7 years of relevant experience in project execution and coordination within construction.
- Proficient in CAD software and architectural design tools.
- Strong problem-solving skills and mathematical skills.
- Excellent time management and the ability to handle competing deadlines efficiently.
- Demonstrated leadership ability and capability to work independently with great attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Eagerness to continuously learn and develop professionally
- Ability to work with design engineers, clients and contractors.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV, attached with a Cover Letter, passport photograph, Degree Certificate, NYSC Certificate and any other professional/relevant certificates in one (1) email to: recruitment@fiphs.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.
Note: Candidates who do not comply with the above directives will be disqualified.