Review façade, cladding, roofing and finishes specifications for compliance with the Employer's Requirements • Assess material durability, weathering, maintenance and lifecycle performance for the UAE climate • Coordinate materials mock-up and sample approval process with Construction and QA/QC • Review shop drawings and technical submittals for cladding, stone, metal and glazing systems • Respond to Construction's material-related Site Queries and Technical Queries • Support value engineering of materials and finishes packages without compromising design intent • Maintain a master materials & finishes schedule/register aligned with the approved design • Coordinate with the Senior ID Architect on interior-to-exterior material continuity
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Architecture (B.Arch.) from an accredited, RIBA-recognised, or equivalent university. • Master's degree preferred. • Professional architectural registration or materials science credentials are an advantage. • Minimum 8–10 years of experience in architectural materials, façade, or finishes specification for large-scale public or transport buildings. • Experience on High-Speed Rail or Metro projects of a similar scale is preferred. • Strong knowledge of façade and cladding systems, materials testing, durability standards, shop drawing reviews, and sample/mock-up approval processes. • Fluency in written and spoken English is mandatory; Arabic language skills are an advantage. • Ability to prepare clear, technically precise correspondence, Technical Queries (TQs), and review comments. • Strong presentation and communication skills to confidently present findings to, Etihad Rail, and internal Construction teams.
