Site Architect, Santa Teresa

We are seeking a highly skilled Architect with strong technical expertise and on-site construction experience to join our in-house design team, working on boutique hospitality and low-rise residential developments, including villas and resorts.

This role focuses on technical design, construction documentation, and on-site support with architectural supervision on site, quality control, and day-to-day technical problem solving during construction.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate technical architectural design from RIBA Stage 3 to construction
• Translate design intent into buildable Revit models and documentation
• Coordinate architecture with structural, MEP, and interiors (BIM / Navisworks)
• Provide architectural author’s supervision on site during installation and construction works
• Perform quality control of executed works against project documentation
• Support the site team with day-to-day technical problem solving
• Review and approve minor deviations from design documentation
• Participate in inspection and acceptance of completed works together with Project managers / Site Engineers
• Support tender and construction documentation when required

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Architecture
• +8 years of experience in architectural design
• Experience with hospitality and low-rise residential projects
• Strong technical and construction understanding
• High proficiency in Revit and Navisworks (AutoCAD required; Rhino is a plus)
• Ability to work independently and on site-related issues
• Professional level of English
• Portfolio is highly required

• Full-time, on-site role in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica
• We provide relocation bonus if you are living outside Costa Rica
• Opportunity to work on a landmark luxury hospitality project from construction through delivery
• Collaboration within a professional, international, multidisciplinary team