Senior / Architectural Executive

DP Architects; Kampung Malaysia Tambahan; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DP Architects in Kuala Lumpur seeks an experienced architect to lead conceptual and schematic design, ensure quality and compliance, and liaise with clients and consultants. The role covers feasibility, tender docs, site oversight and sustainability considerations.

The candidate should hold a Masters or Degree in Architecture with 5–8 years of experience, and LAM registration is preferred. Interior design experience is a plus for multidisciplinary projects.

Qualifications

• Masters or Degree in Architecture required.
• 5-8 years architectural experience required.
• LAM registration preferred/re-prioritised.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize concept and schematic design.
• Ensure design quality and authority compliance.
• Carry out feasibility studies and present design proposal.
• Prepare tender documentation, schedule and material specification.
• Liaise with client and coordinate with consultant and contractor.
• Oversee progress of site work and resolve arising issues.
• Develop ideas keeping client needs and environmental impact in mind.
• Identify client needs and prepare feasibility reports and design proposals.
• Visit sites to check project status and report on progress.

Skills

Architectural design

Client liaison

Project coordination

Site construction oversight

Education

Masters or Degree in Architecture

Job description

• Conceptualize concept and schematic design;
• Ensure design quality and authority compliance;
• Carry out feasibility studies and present design proposal;
• Prepare tender documentation, schedule and material specification;
• Liaise and discuss project-relevant issue with client and coordinate with consultant and contractor;
• Oversee progress of site work and resolve any arising issue;
• Develop idea, keeping in mind of client need, building usage and environmental impact;
• Identify client need and put together feasibility report and design proposal;
• Make on site visit to check on project status, report on project.

Critical Work Functions & Key Tasks

1. Feasibility and Design Support

• Support the design process to meet project objectives;
• Support the preparation of reports on the outcomes of site and zoning analysis;
• Assist to design to the client's brief, budget, timeline and in compliance with authorities' requirements;
• Assist in the development of designs taking into consideration technical aspects, relevant codes and standards, and good practice;
• Support design developments and resolution of technical issues;
• Take notes during meetings and produce meeting minutes.

2. Documentation and Tendering

• Administer a standard form of contract;
• Gather necessary information for work approvals based on regulatory and legislative prerequisites;

3. Construction and Completion

• Take notes during site meetings and produce site minutes;
• Check designs for compliance with authorities' requirements;
• Check that construction work satisfies the design intent;
• Check the construction work and quality.

4. People and Organisational Functions

• Gather information on continuous improvement opportunities to architectural services;
• Support the use of the latest built environment trends and technologies;
• Adopt environmental sustainability and green building methods;
• Direct and supervise architectural assistants to adhere to drawing standards and design specifications.

Requirements

• Graduated with a Masters or Degree in Architecture;
• Possess 5 - 8 years or more of working experience;
• Candidates with Interior Design (ID) experience are preferred;
• Candidates who are registered with LAM will be prioritised.