Architectural Designer (Property Development - Based in JB)

Randstad Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, is seeking an Architectural Designer within our development division to drive the design direction, ensure regulatory compliance, and assess technical feasibility for large‑scale residential, commercial, and mixed‑use components within flagship developments.

You will formulate architectural concepts and massing, prepare presentations and 3D visuals, and manage coordination with external consultants, engineers, and project teams to ensure design intent aligns with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Architecture from a reputable university.
• 2–5 years of experience in architectural design or design management, preferably with high-rise or large-scale developments.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Familiar with local planning guidelines, UBBL, zoning, and submission processes in Malaysia.
• Strong coordination and communication, Mandarin fluency an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Formulate architectural concepts, preliminary layouts, and massing strategies for high-density, multi-phase developments.
• Evaluate land-use guidelines and submissions to optimize site yield.
• Produce conceptual presentations, 3D visualizations, and detailed design packages.
• Coordinate with external consultants, engineers, and technical teams to ensure design aligns with constructability and cost targets.
• Perform site visits and coordinate across departments to resolve design conflicts during execution.

Skills

Architectural design

Project management

Architecture

High-rise developments

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor Degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

3D visualization

Job description

About the Company

A premier property development group behind landmark, large-scale projects. Backed by long standing development expertise, the project portfolio elevates lifestyle standards.

About the Job

As an Architectural Designer within our development division, you will drive the design direction, authority compliance, and technical feasibility for large-scale residential, commercial, and mixed-use components within flagship developments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Formulate architectural concepts, preliminary layouts, and site massing strategies for high-density, multi-phase developments.

• Evaluate local land-use guidelines, plot ratios, and technical requirements (e.g., MBJB/local council submissions) to optimize site yield.

• Produce conceptual presentations, 3D visualizations, and detailed design packages for executive leadership and municipal submissions.

• Manage and coordinate with external architectural consultants, structural engineers, and technical teams to ensure design intent aligns with constructability and cost targets.

• Perform regular site visits and cross-department coordination with project management and commercial teams to resolve design conflicts during execution.

Skills & Qualifications Needed

• Education: Bachelor’s in Architecture in an equivalent recognized architectural degree from a reputable university.

• Experience: Minimum 2–5 years of working experience in architectural design or design management, preferably with experience handling high-rise residential or large-scale mixed-use developments.

• Technical Skills:

  • High proficiency in industry-standard design software, including AutoCAD

  • Sound knowledge of local planning guidelines, Uniform Building By-Laws (UBBL), zoning regulations, and submission processes in Malaysia.

• Soft Skills & Language:

  • Strong technical coordination skills with the ability to bridge internal commercial goals and external consultant deliverables.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills (fluency in Mandarin is an added advantage to facilitate project stakeholder coordination).

skills

architectural designer, project management, architecture, johor bahru, property development

qualifications

no additional qualifications required

education

Bachelor Degree