Site Architect / Field Architect Jobs in Chennai Architecture Firm

📋 Job Description

Jobzi is sourcing qualified candidates for Site Architect / Field Architect positions in Chennai's private Architecture Firm sector. This is a full-time opportunity with a reputed Architecture and Urban Design employer in Chennai offering competitive salary, structured growth, and a professional work environment. Tamil communication skills are preferred alongside English for professional and business interaction in Chennai.

📌 Key Responsibilities

• Represent the architect on the construction site, monitoring that building work conforms to approved drawings and specifications.
• Review construction work in progress against architectural drawings and issue site instructions for deviations.
• Prepare and manage RFIs (requests for information) from contractors, coordinating responses with the design team.
• Conduct regular site inspections of architectural finishes, joinery installation, facade cladding, and external works.
• Attend site progress meetings and prepare meeting minutes capturing decisions, outstanding issues, and action items.
• Coordinate with structural, MEP, and landscape site representatives to resolve cross-discipline construction queries.
• Prepare site snag lists during pre-possession inspections and track contractor resolution of defect items.

🎓 Qualifications and Requirements

• B.Arch from a COA-recognized institution with valid COA registration for practising architects.
• 1 to 5 years of experience in site supervision or construction administration for architectural projects.
• Ability to read and interpret complete working drawing sets and identify deviations during site inspections.
• Experience preparing and managing RFIs, site instructions, and drawing variation documentation.
• Good knowledge of construction materials, finishing systems, and quality standards for architectural works.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for engaging contractors, site managers, and client representatives.
• Willingness to be based on-site or travel frequently between active construction sites in Chennai.
• Good Tamil and English communication skills for team coordination and client interaction in Chennai.

✅ Required Skills