Architectural Lead

Architectural Lead (Offshore EPC / Fixed Facilities)

Role purpose:

Lead the architectural discipline for offshore/industrial facilities (layouts, modules, interface with multi-discipline, vendor/subcontractor control, and client deliverables), ensuring compliance with project specs and codes and supporting procurement/technical evaluations.

Reporting line

Typically reports to Project Specialist Leader / Engineering Manager and coordinates with designers and other disciplines.

Key responsibilities

Develop/verify architectural layouts for offshore/plant & non-plant buildings, accommodation modules, and technical buildings based on multi-disciplinary inputs.

Lead design, verification, and study tasks; coordinate with other specialists and designers.

Prepare/Review architectural deliverables (drawings, specs, schedules), manage comments, and maintain technical files.

Manage subcontracted/vendor documents; ensure timely review cycles and compliance.

Support procurement with MR/TBE (Material Requisition / Technical Bid Evaluation) for architectural packages and technical vendor interfaces.

Participate in 3D model reviews (clash-free coordination) with client/internal teams.

Ensure compliance with project requirements, international standards, and HSE/constructability expectations.

Requirements (typical)

Degree in Architecture (or Architectural Engineering)

Strong EPC/offshore experience (often 10–15+ years, with leadership responsibility)

Competency in reviews, interfaces, 3D model coordination, and vendor management

Tools: AutoCAD + 3D review environments (Navisworks / similar), MS Office