Project Architect

The Aga Khan Trust for Culture (AKTC) is dedicated to the revitalization of historic urban environments through physical, social, cultural, and economic initiatives. Its diverse programs include the Aga Khan Award for Architecture, the Aga Khan Historic Cities Programme, the Aga Khan Music Initiative, the Aga Khan Music Awards, the online resource Archnet.org, the Aga Khan Program for Islamic Architecture at Harvard University and MIT, and the Aga Khan Museum in Toronto, Canada.

The Project Architect will play a key role in supporting the documentation, surveying, design proposal preparation, and monitoring of site activities at Lahore Fort. This position requires close collaboration with the project team and senior professionals to ensure all work aligns with organizational standards, project goals, and local regulations.

Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct heritage surveying with a focus on historic buildings, assessing current conditions and architectural features.
- Prepare accurate documentation drawings and develop conservation and intervention design proposals. Produce detailed working drawings in coordination with the in-house team and external consultants.
- Oversee conservation and site-preservation activities to ensure proper implementation of project plans.
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and local regulatory requirements throughout all project phases.
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, following guidance from senior architects and professionals. Demonstrate willingness to learn, accept feedback, and adapt to evolving project needs.
- Perform additional architectural tasks as assigned by supervisors to support overall team objectives and project success.

Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from an accredited institution.
- 1-2 years of professional experience in architecture or a related field.

Skills and Abilities:
- Proficiency in AutoCAD for preparing technical drawings.
- Competency in Adobe Suite and Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong teamwork skills and openness to guidance and constructive feedback.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with photogrammetry tools such as Reality Scan or Metashape.
- Knowledge of 3D modeling software including Blender 3D and Rhino 3D.

This position is based in Lahore and offers an opportunity to contribute to the preservation and revitalization of a significant cultural heritage site while working within a respected international organization.