Finishing Architect

Job title : Finishing Architect

Responsibilities
Finishing Design, Detailing & Technical Coordination:
Expected Result: Finishing works are properly designed, detailed, coordinated and executed in accordance with approved architectural requirements.

• Prepare, review and interpret finishing drawings, details, specifications and material schedules.
• Coordinate finishes with structural, MEP, civil and other architectural requirements.
• Review material samples, colours, textures, finishes and proposed alternatives.
• Identify design clashes, gaps and constructability issues before execution.

Site Supervision & Finishing Quality Control:
Expected Result: Finishing works meet approved drawings, specifications, quality standards and required architectural appearance.

• Inspect and monitor flooring, tiling, ceilings, painting, wall finishes, doors, windows, joinery and other finishing works.
• Verify dimensions, alignment, levels, workmanship and material quality.
• Identify defective or non-conforming works and ensure prompt correction.
• Coordinate inspections with Project Managers, Site Engineers and relevant technical personnel.

Finishing Materials, Samples & Contractor Coordination:
Expected Result: Approved finishing materials and competent contractors/artisans are available and properly coordinated for execution.

• Review technical suitability and quality of finishing materials before use.
• Inspect delivered materials against approved specifications and samples.
• Coordinate with QS, Procurement, Project Managers and contractors on finishing requirements.
• Monitor material usage and minimise wastage.
• Review and approve samples/mock-ups within delegated authority before bulk execution.

Technical Coordination, Defect Management & Project Delivery:
Expected Result: Finishing activities are completed on time with minimal rework and in coordination with overall project delivery requirements.

• Coordinate finishing activities with architectural, structural, MEP and site teams.
• Identify and resolve finishing-related technical issues promptly.
• Monitor progress against the approved project programme.
• Inspect completed areas and coordinate snagging, rectification and final acceptance.
• Ensure finishing defects are properly closed before handover.

Documentation, Reporting & Handover:
Expected Result: Accurate finishing records are maintained and completed works are properly documented for handover.

• Maintain approved finishing drawings, material schedules, samples, inspection records and site instructions.
• Prepare finishing progress and technical reports.
• Maintain snag lists and track outstanding finishing works to closure.
• Support preparation of as-built information and project handover documentation.
• Report delays, quality concerns and technical issues promptly.