To work for
AGA KHAN CULTURAL SERVICES SYRIA
Field of Work
Architecture/Interior design - Engineering
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor/ License Degree
Responsibilities
• Assist Project Management with project coordination, implementation, and site supervision.
• Support the preparation of tender documents, contractor pre-qualification and evaluation processes, and conduct site visits as required.
• Participate in the supervision of construction and rehabilitation works and support the final inspection and project handover.
• Support financial and administrative controls in coordination with the AKCS-S Finance Department, including budget preparation, expenditure planning and control, monthly monitoring of costs and quantities, invoicing, payment processing, and implementation of internal control procedures in accordance with AKCS-S standards.
• Monitor project schedules, costs, quantities, quality, and compliance with contracts, specifications, applicable standards, and AKCS-S procedures. Follow up with contractors on delays, risks, and required corrective measures.
• Review, organize, manage, and maintain project and construction documentation, including contracts, drawings, as-built drawings, change orders, invoices, insurance documents, and other relevant records.
• Participate in site and coordination meetings, prepare meeting minutes, and contribute to the preparation of periodic technical and financial progress reports.
• Support quality control and assurance activities, including the identification, documentation, and follow-up of defects during construction and rehabilitation works.
• Support post-construction activities, including the preparation and review of as-built documentation, warranties, project archiving, and project close-out reports.
• Coordinate, as required, with local authorities, public service providers, contractors, consultants, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain an information system for monitoring project progress and managing reporting requirements. Prepare monthly progress-monitoring schedules, including recovery plans where necessary.
• Conduct urban and social surveys and prepare reports addressing the traditional urban fabric, architectural characteristics, and neighborhood conditions of the Old City of Damascus.
• Report any technical, administrative, financial, contractual, or site-related issues to Project Management and provide timely follow-up on required actions.
• Perform other related duties and tasks assigned by Project Management.
Qualifications
• Architect University Degree in Architecture, with a demonstrated previous experience in same field as this project.
• Knowledge of historical buildings and heritage preservation.
• Experience in site supervision, project coordination, and budgeting.
• Experience/knowledge of the traditional social and urban fabric field is required.
• Deeply oriented Architectural and Conservation expertise. Moreover, Construction Management, Project Management or Engineering knowledges Experience in the performance of the key responsibilities listed would be considered.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of project control principles relating to quality control, budgeting, scheduling, tracking of actual/committed costs, change control and forecasting.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt to evolving project requirements.
• Proficiency in Arabic and English, both written and verbal.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, Primavera, Microsoft Project, and MS Office.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Unwavering skills in meeting deadlines and working under pressure.
• Unwavering skills in working in a multitask environment.
• Unwavering skills in being efficient team player.
• Unwavering ability to work beyond the call of duty.
• Must be a value-driven person with professionalism, loyalty, strong interpersonal skills and command respect with team members.
• Basic knowledge of site safety and security.
• Willingness to work flexible hours as required
• Ability to learn new tasks and adapt effectively to evolving project requirements.
Specific Vacancy Requirements
Deadline for application is 24 September 2026.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Salary and Benefits
Salary would be negotiated with the successful candidate.
The successful candidate will be entitled Medical and Life Insurance, in addition to Social Security registration.
About us
The Aga Khan Cultural Services - Syria (AKCS-S) is one of the agencies of the Aga Khan Development Network in Syria. The AKCS-S is an independent not-for-profit, non-denominational INGO. AKCS-S is established to participate in the development of the physical environment such as building and area restoration, particularly in the fields of architecture, art, education, and related areas that are aimed to restore the fabric of historical structures and areas and to ensure their economic and social viability. It also aims to research, revive, revitalize, restore, teach, and show the cultural heritage and values, forms, traditions and achievements relating to Islamic and other cultures in in any field whatsoever in the Syrian Arab Republic.
Required employees number
3