Resident Architect – Data Centre Site Lead

Horizontal Talent; Serendah; On-site; MYR 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizontal Talent is recruiting an experienced Resident Architect for a major Data Centre project in Serendah, Selangor. The role covers on-site supervision, coordination with MEP and specialist teams, and ensuring construction aligns with drawings, specs, and standards.

The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years of architectural site experience, a degree in Architecture, and Malaysian registration (LAM/PAM). Data Centre experience is preferred in a fast-paced, mission-critical setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or equivalent.
• Registered Architect / Graduate Architect with LAM / PAM or relevant Malaysian registration.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site architectural supervision ensuring compliance with drawings, specs and contracts.
• Coordinate architectural interfaces with MEP, C&S, ELV and specialist systems.
• Attend site and technical coordination meetings and progress reviews.
• Review shop drawings, material submissions, method statements and mock-ups.
• Manage RFIs, clarifications, and architectural change requests.
• Ensure details support requirements and constructability.
• Monitor workmanship and ensure quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct site inspections and raise NCRs when needed.
• Close out corrective actions in a timely manner.
• Maintain defect/punch lists and coordinate rectifications.
• Support local authority inspections and approvals.
• Prepare for Testing & Commissioning readiness.
• Ensure elements meet safety and operation requirements before handover.
• Assist with as-built drawings and O&M documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Site supervision

MEP coordination

D&B familiarity

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture

LAM / PAM registration

Job description

Horizontal Talent is recruiting an experienced Resident Architect for a major Data Centre project in Serendah, Selangor. The role covers on-site supervision, coordination with MEP and specialist teams, and ensuring construction aligns with drawings, specs, and standards.

The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years of architectural site experience, a degree in Architecture, and Malaysian registration (LAM/PAM). Data Centre experience is preferred in a fast-paced, mission-critical setting.