Senior Design Coordinator

Introduction

Aga Khan University invites applications for the position of Senior Design Coordinator​.

Responsibilities

The incumbent will be responsible for space planning and design management of facilities on-campus and off-campus. Other responsibilities would include: Completing design and construction drawings of approved projects assigned; Reviewing project design drawings in coordination with Maintenance/ Electrical/ Plumbing (MEP) engineers; Assisting user groups in identifying space requirements and seeking consultants confirmation  for specialized building as per standards; Advise and overview design of off-campus projects; Follow up with planners and architects to have issues in conceptual/ schematic design resolved; Assist in drafting scope of work for Master Planning conceptual/ schematic and design of buildings; Review of Master Plan/ conceptual/ Schematic design for the campus, and highlighted issues for discussion by Users, management and board; Making presentations to donors & AKD agencies.

Requirements

A degree in Architecture; 10-15 years' related experience preferably in large projects; Excellent verbal and written communication skills and presentation skills; Proficiency in related software packages (Microsoft Office, Auto CAD, Adobe Photoshop and 3D Studio Max); Excellent Report writing skills; Possesses sound knowledge of MEP requirements of high tech buildings specially for healthcare and laboratory facilities; Ability to monitor preparation of 3D views; Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop/ Corel Draw ( preferred); Strong analytical skills.

To Apply

Please send your CV to staffrecruitment@aku.edu. Please mark the subject with the position applied for. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.