Architect

Talavera Meganorth Holdings Corporation; Isabela; On-site; PHP 480,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in the Philippines is seeking a skilled Architect to design new buildings and manage construction projects. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge in construction management, excellent communication skills, and the ability to lead a team effectively. Responsibilities include preparing design proposals, managing project budgets, and ensuring compliance with local regulations. Proficiency in project management software is preferred.

Qualifications

• Licensed Architect with experience in construction management.
• Expertise in local and national building code regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple timelines and budgets.
• Expert knowledge of building products, construction details and relevant rules, regulations and quality standards.
• Ability to plan and see the “big picture”.
• Goal-oriented.
• Organized and able to create multiple timelines, budgets, and schedules - compiling and following strict budgets.
• Competent in conflict and crisis management - able to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Leadership and human resources management skills - able to manage team of employees and multiple projects.
• Able to build solid relationships with team members, vendors, and customers.
• Accurate and precise attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Design new buildings and manage projects from start to finish.
• Prepare feasibility reports and design proposals.
• Ensure compliance with environmental impact regulations.
• Assess building needs and advise on practicality of projects.
• Prepare feasibility reports and design proposals for management.
• Prepare applications for planning and building control departments.
• Produce detailed drawings and specifications.
• Use IT in design and project management (CAD).
• Specify materials and draw up tender documents.

Skills

Licensed Architect

Conflict and crisis management

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Leadership and human resources management

Team management

Conflict resolution

Attention to detail

Microsoft Project

Project management software

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Project management software

Job description

A. SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS:

Design new buildings, extensions or alterations to existing buildings and advise on the restoration and conservation of old properties.

Work on a large redevelopment schemes, and responsible for the design of the surrounding landscape and spaces.

B. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Planning, Assessment, and Presentation

• Construct and discuss ideas, objectives, requirements and budget of a project (in some cases help to select a site);
• Assess the needs of the building and its users and advise the management on the practicality of the project/s;
• Prepare and present feasibility reports and design proposals to the management;
• Assess the impact of the project/design on the local environment;
• Prepare applications for planning and building control departments;
• Produce detailed workings, drawings and specification;
• Use IT in design and project management, specifically using computer aided design software;
• Specify the nature and quality of materials required;
• Draw up tender documents for contracts;
• Prepare tender applications and presentations;

Project Management and Control

• Manage project/s and help coordinate the work of contractors;
• Manage and control a project from start to finish;
• Carry out regular site visits to check on progress and ensure that the project/s is running on time and to budget;
• Resolve problems and issues that arise during construction;
• Ensure that the environmental impact of the project is managed;
• Keep projects within financial budgets and deadlines.

Negotiating

• Help negotiate with contractors and other professionals;
• Help select sub- contractors as needed and negotiates the terms of the contracts.

Communication

• Ensure report, coordinate, and update all activities and documentations pertaining to project designs and project construction;
• Consult and coordinate with other professions about design/s;

• Licensed Architect;
• Experienced as an Architect or in a similar position in construction management;
• Advanced knowledge of construction management processes, means and methods;
• Expert knowledge of building products, construction details and relevant rules, regulations and quality standards - knowledgeable in local and national building code regulations;
• Ability to plan and see the “big picture”;
• Goal-oriented;
• Organized and able to create multiple timelines, budgets, and schedules -compiling and following strict budgets;
• Competent in conflict and crisis management - able to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Leadership and human resources management skills - able to manage team of employees and multiple projects;
• Able to build solid relationships with team members, vendors, and customers;
• Accurate and precise attention to detail;
• Computer Skills: Proficient with Microsoft Office; Microsoft Project and experience with Project Management software preferred