Architectural Coordinator

SARADISE SDN. BHD.; Kuching; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Saradise Sdn. Bhd. is seeking an experienced Architect for design coordination and technical leadership in Kuching.

You will review submissions, coordinate disciplines, and support construction with detailed attention to compliance and quality. The role requires hands-on BIM experience and site supervision across high-rise and mixed-use developments. With a Bachelor’s in Architecture and 5+ years in design coordination or construction, you will interact with developers, consultants and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in architectural design, technical coordination, or construction.
• Experience with property developers, architectural consultancies, or main contractors is advantageous.
• Experience in high-rise residential, landed residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments is preferred.
• Strong understanding of architectural detailing, building systems, and construction methodology.
• Familiarity with local building regulations, planning requirements, fire safety, accessibility and relevant construction standards.
• Ability to review consultants’ drawings critically and identify design coordination issues.
• Knowledge of BIM coordination and clash detection is advantageous.
• Hands‑on experience in AutoCAD, Revit and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong technical, analytical skills, attention to details, good problem-solving and multi-project management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Review architectural design submissions at all project stages for compliance and quality.
• Identify discrepancies, omissions, clashes and coordinate timely resolutions with consultants.
• Coordinate interfaces with structural, civil, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, landscape and interior disciplines.
• Lead and participate in technical coordination meetings with consultants, contractors and internal stakeholders.
• Review BIM models and drawings for coordination and consistency; track design changes across disciplines.
• Support value engineering without compromising functionality, quality or regulatory compliance.
• Review architectural shop drawings, material submissions, mock-ups, and method statements as required.
• Assist project team in resolving issues arising during construction and conduct periodic site inspections.
• Coordinate RFIs, design clarifications and technical queries; monitor defects through handover and defects liability period.
• Coordinate with consultants to ensure timely submissions to authorities and verify compliance with codes and regulations.
• Maintain records of design reviews, comments, approvals, meeting minutes and correspondences; prepare technical reports for management.

Skills

Project coordination

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Multi-project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office Suite

BIM coordination

Job description

Review architectural design submissions prepared by appointed consultants at all project stages, including concept, schematic, design development, tender and construction documentation.

Ensure design compliance with the Employer’s Requirements, approved project brief, development objectives, and applicable statutory requirements.

Identify design inconsistencies, omissions, clashes and constructability issues, and coordinate timely resolutions with consultants.

Review architectural details, specifications, schedules, and material selections for completeness, practicality, quality and maintainability.

Coordinate architectural interfaces with structural, civil, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, infrastructure, landscape and interior design disciplines.

B. Technical Coordination

Lead and participate in technical coordination meetings with consultants, contractors and internal stakeholders.

Review BIM models, drawings and technical submissions for coordination and consistency where applicable.

Track design changes and ensure revisions are properly incorporated across all disciplines.

Support value engineering initiatives without compromising functionality, quality or regulatory compliance.

C. Construction Support

Review architectural shop drawings, material submissions, mock-ups, and method statements where required.

Assist the project team in resolving architectural and technical issues arising during construction.

Conduct periodic site inspections to verify construction quality and compliance with approved drawings.

Coordinate with contractors and consultants on Requests for Information (RFIs), design clarifications and technical queries.

Monitor architectural defects and support defect resolution during handover and the Defects Liability Period.

D. Regulatory & Compliance

Coordinate with consultants to ensure timely submission to relevant authorities.

Verify compliance with building codes, planning requirements, fire safety regulations, accessibility standards, and other statutory requirements.

Support the project team in obtaining necessary approvals and certifications.

E. Documentation & Reporting

Maintain proper records of design reviews, comments, approvals, meeting minutes and technical correspondences.

Prepare technical reports and status updates for management.

Monitor closure of design review comments and coordination issues.

F. Carry out any duties or responsibilities as assigned.

Job Requirement:

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or equivalent.

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in architectural design, technical coordination, or construction.

Experience with property developers, architectural consultancies, or main contractors will be an advantage.

Experience in high-rise residential, landed residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments is preferred.

Strong understanding of architectural detailing, building systems, and construction methodology.

Familiarity with local building regulations, planning requirements, fire safety, accessibility and relevant construction standards.

Ability to review consultants’ drawings critically and identify design coordination issues.

Knowledge of BIM coordination and clash detection will be an advantage.

Hands‑on experience in AutoCAD, Revit and Microsoft Office Suite.

Strong technical, analytical skills, attention to details, good problem-solving skills, decision making skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Saradise Sdn. Bhd. is a leading sustainable property developer that develops and manages townships, integrated developments, shopping malls, serviced residences, offices, community spaces and homes.

From a small development at Brighton Square in 2008, which has one of the highest return models in terms of yields and generating income in Sarawak, Saradise has grown to be one of the pioneer developers of unique eco-friendly mixed‑use development in the state. With the innovative approach of unifying identity, ecology and arts, Saradise is committed to transforming the quality of life of Kuchingites and future of Sarawak.

About Saradise

Saradise Sdn. Bhd. is a leading sustainable property developer that develops and manages townships, integrated developments, shopping malls, serviced residences, offices, community spaces and homes.

From a small development at Brighton Square in 2008, which has one of the highest return models in terms of yields and generating income in Sarawak, Saradise has grown to be one of the pioneer developers of unique eco-friendly mixed‑use development in the state. With the innovative approach of unifying identity, ecology and arts, Saradise is committed to transforming the quality of life of Kuchingites and future of Sarawak.