Architect

10 Design

Hong Kong

On-site

HKD 360,000 - 720,000

Full time

17 hours ago

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Job summary

10 Design, part of Egis Group, is an international architecture and master planning practice with offices in Hong Kong, Shanghai, Edinburgh, Dubai, Miami, London, Shenzhen, Singapore, and San Francisco.

An Architect should aim to achieve design excellence by assisting in the creation of designs that are appropriate and aligned with the company’s philosophy. The role involves ensuring that a building’s design intent is fully conveyed through documentation and QA/QC procedures.

Qualifications

Degree educated with ARB or equivalent.
Excellent command of written and spoken English.
Mandarin Chinese and Cantonese are highly desirable.
Experience in high-rise building design and construction is advantageous.

Responsibilities

Prepare complete drawings and specifications in conformance to company standards.
Coordinate with MEP, structural engineers and other disciplines.
Coordinate with sub-consultants to ensure design intent is followed.
Ensure design documents comply with local codes and authorities.
Support scheme, detail, and tender stages and address queries.

Skills

Excellent design skills

Education

Degree educated – RIBA Parts 1, and/or 2 or equivalent

Registered architect – ARB or equivalent

RIBA membership preferred

English proficiency

Mandarin Chinese and Cantonese desirable

Tools

AutoCAD

Photoshop

3D Max

Job description

Founded in 2010, the practice has won over 80 international awards and major design competitions. Our diverse and creative team with 380 architects and designers from 35 nationalities has designed and delivered work in 60 cities across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and Americas.

10 Design works at diverse scales, from the design of individual buildings to the planning of cities. The practice focuses on bringing innovative design solutions for multicultural projects, with economic and social integrity. Its works include transport-oriented developments as well as mixed-use, retail, hospitality, residential, research and science, and civic and cultural projects.

10 Design's parent company, Egis is a global leader in the consulting, construction engineering, and mobility service sectors. With a worldwide reputation for excellence and sustainability, Egis and 10 Design together provide a compelling offer that encompasses building engineering services and architectural design.

Job Description

Overall Purpose

An Architect should aim to achieve design excellence by assisting in the creation of designs that are both appropriate and in line with the companies design philosophy. The role involves ensuring that a building’s design intent is fully conveyed by means of any and all appropriate documentation required. The design should fully consider the project brief, site, best architectural practices and local codes and authority to approve in accordance with the companies QA / QC procedures.

Key Objectives

Understand and properly implement the design principles of projects
Ensure proper coordination between disciplines and sub-consultants
Provide a complete set of documents in accordance with the project brief and in consideration of the local codes and approval authorities
Initiate study and analyse design related issues with regards to spatial organization and efficient utilization of spaces and /or of the functional arrangement of interior units, utilities and appurtenances etc.
Complete awareness of the project contracts, schedules, and deliverables
Ensure and implement cost awareness during the design process
Ensure that all drawings, documents and specifications are done in accordance with the companies QA/QC procedure
Ensure proper compilation, filing and archiving of documents for each stage submissions as per the standard company procedure
Ensure constant awareness of current construction and design trends through continue professional development (CPD)

Key Responsibilities

Concept Stage

Engage in project research and assist the project leader in compiling a preliminary project report
Research local codes relevant to project when required
Study and prepare detailed sketches or layouts of intricate or fundamental portions that illustrate aspects of the architectural plans that are proposed or already adopted
Assist in investigating the client brief in terms of options, alternatives and possibilities
Play an active role in the preparation of presentation material
Ensure all reports, drawings and specifications are done in line with company standards

Scheme Design Stage

Provide a complete set of documents as required in the design stage
Coordinate with engineers in relation to the proper execution of designs in accordance to MEP and structural requirements when required
Coordinate and submit drawings and documents required for the approval of local authorities
Study and analyse design related issues with regards to spatial organization and efficient utilization of spaces and/or of the functional arrangement of interior units, utilities and appurtenances etc.
Thoroughly interrogate concept design for practicality, build-ability and workability
Ensure that the design intent of the concept design is understood by all team members and so that it may both be followed and further enhanced during scheme design to create a harmonious and integrated design

Detail Design Stage

Prepare a complete a set of drawings and specifications in conformance to company standards
Develop the design of exterior, facades, ornamental work and other areas with vital effect to the project
Coordinate with MEP, structural engineers and other disciplines as required in the project
Coordinate with sub-consultants (e.g. QS, Landscape Architects, BMU Consultants, Specialty Contractors) as required in the project
Assure that all drawings and specifications conform to the local codes and authorities
Follow the design progression of the building(s) to ensure that the design intent is followed and enhanced
Coordinate with all disciplines and the project coordinator to assist in design changes that may arise during these stages

Tender Stage

Provide a complete set of documents as required in the tender documents package
Address and provide response to tender queries
Update the drawings as per the necessary revisions required

Contract Stage

Provide a complete set of documents as required for the contract stage assuring that all drawings and specifications are up to date and in conformance to company standards
Check the documentation for design intent to ensure a full and clear design is passed on to the contractor

Post Contract Stage

Address and coordinate with post contract team for any un-resolved issues
Conduct periodic site visits as required in the contract if applicable

Qualifications

Education and Training

Degree educated – RIBA Parts 1, and/or 2 or equivalent
Registered architect – ARB or equivalent in country of origin
RIBA or equivalent membership preferred
Excellent design skills
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Photoshop and 3D Max
Excellent command of written and spoken English
Mandarin Chinese and Cantonese are highly desirable

Experience

At least 4 years’ experience
Previous experience in high-rise building design and construction is advantageous
Previous experience in an office environment working as part of a team is preferred

Personal Qualities

An enthusiasm for design and the built environment
An ambitious personality, capable of achieving
Pro-active in turning up solutions to design related issues and can provide quick manual sketches for better understanding of proportions, spatial arrangements, etc
Able to multi-task and work independently and without supervision
Ability to delegate work laterally to other members of the team as required
Detail oriented with a strong attention to detail
Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
Able to work as part of a team and to motivate others