Architect (Nairobi, Kenya)

Planate Management Group (PMG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, and Orlando, Florida USA with a technical support center in South East Asia and East Africa, that provides program management and facilities engineering services worldwide. Planate is a small business provider of planning, design, infrastructure management, technical consulting, engineering, and construction management services in support of the US Department of Defense (DOD) and its Service (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps) missions, along with other US federal agencies, all over the world.We are seeking a skilled Architect. You will support the Nairobi CAA Project – construction of a new CAA building in addition to the existing chancery, providing architectural oversight, construction administration, and quality assurance across all phases of the project. You will ensure that architectural elements are executed in accordance with approved design documents, U.S. codes, and contract requirements while maintaining design integrity and functionality.This position is contingent upon the award of the contract, and the contract duration is three years.Key ResponsibilitiesReview architectural drawings, specifications, shop drawings, and submittals for complianceConduct site inspections to verify construction quality and adherence to design intentMonitor contractor quality control processes and enforce corrective actionsEvaluate RFIs, substitutions, and design changes for technical accuracyCoordinate with engineering disciplines to resolve design and field conflictsTrack construction progress and identify risks impacting schedule or qualityMaintain logs and prepare reports for RFIs, submittals, and inspectionsIdentify deficiencies and ensure timely resolutionSupport verification of completed work for payment applicationsQualifications to be successful in the roleBachelor's degree in ArchitectureMinimum 7 years of relevant construction experienceLicensed Architect preferredMust have overseas work experienceKnowledge of U.S. codes and international standardsQA/QC and construction administration experienceKnowledge of Construction Safety regulations, i.e. EM 385-1-1, OSHA, etc.Knowledge of Microsoft Suite, i.e., PowerPoint, Excel, and Word requiredAbility to obtain Top Secret clearanceWhy Planate?Planate Management Group is an Affirmitive Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.Joining the Planate team opens you to an experience working for a Global company where you are among a team that is considered a premier trusted partner for planning, design, engineering, asset management, and professional service solutions anytime, anywhere. We Take Care of Our Own; Personally, and Profession.Full-time employees enjoy the following benefitsMedical insurance/Dental/Vision Insurance401K plan eligibility upon hireHealth and Savings Account planLife/AD&D Insurance CoverageShort-Term Disability Insurance CoveragePaid HolidaysPaid Time OffWellness OfferingTraining and DevelopmentLicense/Certification supportRecognition and Rewards programTravel InsuranceWe'd love for you to be a part of our Global workforce, helping us serve as an effective and integrated partner to advance every client's mission!J-18808-Ljbffr