Architect

Position: Architect

Job description

RESPONSIBILITES:

• Assess and grant approval for all site plan applications related to developments within Appolonia City.
• Certify all architectural drawings and applications before submission to the ministry for approval
• Evaluate and grant approval for all construction permit applications associated with Appolonia City developments.
• Provide supervision for inspections to ensure adherence to approved plans.
• Conduct comprehensive surveillance and monitoring of developments to ensure alignment with the City’s Masterplan provisions.
• Review and issue occupation certificates for developments at Appolonia City that meet all compliance requirements.
• Receive and process development applications within their designated jurisdiction.
• Conduct field inspections to verify the proper implementation of building plans.
• Collaborate with City Enforcement Officers to enforce compliance measures for non-conforming developments.
• Undertake any additional responsibilities assigned by the line manager.
• Complete any necessary research on construction practices and ensure that development policies align with the industry regulations.
• Prepare and submit detailed reports on any deviations in workmanship, construction activity or schedules, together with appropriate recommendations.
• Documentation and reporting- developing a structured DCC, City Management and Utilities filing methodology and archiving all information in Egnyte and physical backup storage.
• Collation, delivery and collection of development blueprints to and from the various statutory agencies.
• Providing required information to clients and contractors on policies, parcel plans, building development, etc. Ensuring contractors onsite understand DCC policies, parcel plans, building development, design specifications and the contractors’ code.
• Performing any other duties as assigned by the line manager.

REQUIREMENTS

Hard skills and experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Must be a registered architect with the Ghana Institute of Architects (GIA).
• 8-10 years of hands-on experience handling complex mixed-use developments or controlled developments with a touch of international/global experience.
• Proficiency in ArchiCAD, Autocar, Lumion, MS Projects and other softwares.

How to apply

Please submit your updated resume to and clearly indicate ‘Architect’ in the subject line by 1 November 2023