Project Architect/ Architect

• The architect shall be responsible for design, renovation and supervision of buildings - new/old, modern/traditional; landscape design etc.
• S/He will have to prepare drawings, by using CAD including requisite technical details appropriate to the project.
• S/He will have to interpret design concepts by preparing drawings and plans which will be used for building approvals, pricing estimates and construction.
• S/He would have to liaise with government officials for building approval process, with contractors and workers for construction and with the client for drawing interpretation.

• Design, construction and cost estimate skills, especially with appropriate materials and building systems (mud, bamboo, stone, wood, etc.)
• Obtain and assemble data to complete architectural designs, visiting job sites to compile measurements as necessary.
• Draw rough and detailed scale plans for foundations, buildings and structures, based on preliminary concepts, sketches, engineering calculations, specification sheets and other data.
• Ensure builder compliance with design specifications and advising on design corrections.
• Supervise and provide technical advice before and during construction projects (various districts)
• Help with identifying and documenting appropriate and innovative construction technologies for reconstruction in order to build a database
• Understand planning and policies which will affect the reconstruction process

Basic skills and qualification required:

• Design, construction and cost estimate skills, especially with appropriate materials and building systems (mud, bamboo, stone, wood, etc.)
• Construction sites experience preferred
• Proficiency in Autocad, Sketchup or equivalents and good hand sketching
• Proficiency in Microsoft office package
• Specific knowledge on DUDBC guidelines and  Nepal National building code
• Proficient in report writing both in Nepali and English
• Must be registered with Nepal Engineering Council (NEC)
• Must have a valid driving license

• Leadership qualities
• Good multi-tasking with time-management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Strong team-working skills.
• Ability to work independently, as well as in a group setting
• Excellent verbal and communication skills in English and Nepali