Architectural Technical Lead, Data Center

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated is seeking a highly experienced Architectural Technical Lead to provide technical leadership, design oversight, and engineering support for infrastructure fit-out and newbuild data center projects across the APAC region.

This regional role, based in Singapore, requires coordinating with Clients, Consultants, Contractors and multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliant, constructible architectural solutions and successful project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Building Design, or a related field.
• Professional Architect registration, Chartered status, or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years in architectural design, design management and project delivery for newbuild or infrastructure fit-out.
• Strong knowledge of building codes, regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, BIM360, ACC and related digital collaboration platforms.

Responsibilities

• Review and provide technical advice on architectural designs, drawings, specifications and development plans.
• Act as the primary client representative for architectural matters throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support design and construction progress, ensuring adherence to approved designs and codes.
• Identify design and construction risks early and provide practical mitigation recommendations.
• Coordinate with CSA, Mechanical, Electrical, Controls, EHS, Security and external stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field

Professional Architect registration

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM 360

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Job description

Technical Projects Director - Architectural Technical Lead

Job Description Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Architectural Technical Lead with a minimum of 15 years of experience in architectural design, design management, and project delivery for infrastructure fit-out and newbuild projects. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing technical leadership, design oversight, and engineering support to ensure the successful delivery of architectural solutions across complex and mission-critical projects, preferably within data center environments. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented individual looking to excel in a regional role based in Singapore. You will act as the primary architectural representative, working collaboratively with Clients, Consultants, Contractors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams to support the development and delivery of newbuild Data Centers and critical infrastructure projects across the APAC region.

Job Description Description

Review and provide technical advice on architectural engineering designs, drawings, specifications, and development plans to ensure compliance with project requirements, standards, and industry best practices. Act as the primary point of contact and Client Representative for architectural engineering matters, working closely with internal teams, client representatives, stakeholders, consultants, and contractors throughout the project lifecycle. Support and monitor design and construction progress, ensuring adherence to approved architectural designs, project specifications, applicable codes, and regulatory requirements. Identify potential design, coordination, and construction issues at an early stage and provide practical recommendations to mitigate risks, delays, and cost impacts. Review and oversee compliance with local building regulations, planning requirements, environmental standards, and project-specific design criteria. Review, comment on, and approve architectural documentation including drawings, reports, technical submissions, specifications, and design packages. Provide technical leadership and engineering recommendations to support project decision-making and resolution of complex design challenges. Facilitate effective communication and coordination between multidisciplinary teams including CSA, Mechanical, Electrical, Controls, EHS, Security, and external project stakeholders. Support design review meetings and provide continual input to optimize design solutions, improve constructability, and enhance project outcomes. Collaborate with consultants, contractors, and vendors to ensure alignment with project objectives, quality standards, and client requirements. Contribute to the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) processes and procedures. Escalate critical design and construction issues affecting project scope, cost, quality, or schedule and support timely resolution through coordination with all relevant parties. Support technical reviews and assessments to identify opportunities for design optimization, value engineering, and improved project delivery. Maintain records of design changes, issues, and decisions, and assist in evaluating their impact on project cost, schedule, and quality. Ensure timely review, closure, and documentation of project deliverables and outstanding technical issues. Support the preparation and maintenance of project documentation, including revision control, document tracking, and final project records management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Building Design, or a related field.
• Professional Architect registration, Chartered status, or equivalent professional accreditation preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in architectural design, design management, and project delivery for newbuild or infrastructure fit-out projects.
• Strong knowledge of architectural design principles, building codes, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
• Proficiency in architectural design and coordination software, including AutoCAD, Revit, BIM360, Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), and related digital collaboration platforms.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams and managing complex stakeholder relationships.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, design coordination, building systems integration, and constructability reviews.
• Familiarity with mission-critical facilities, data centers, or large-scale infrastructure projects is highly desirable.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to prioritize activities, manage multiple deliverables, and support projects within schedule constraints.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical review capabilities with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with clients, consultants, contractors, and cross-functional project teams.

Location

On-site - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

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At JLL, we give you the opportunity, knowledge and tools to own your success, because we value what makes each of us unique. We help our people thrive, grow meaningful careers and find a place where they belong. Together, we strive to be exceptional and shape a better world. For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE: JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500 company with operations in over 80 countries around the world, our employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise. Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAYSM. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit jll.com.