Senior Architect

Trends Group, Inc.; Makati; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Trends Group, Inc. in Makati seeks an experienced Architect/Interior Design Lead to oversee corporate office fit-out projects and coordinate with directors, clients, consultants, and vendors. You will manage budgets and timelines while ensuring designs meet client requirements.

The role requires a Bachelor of Science in Architecture, a valid professional license, and at least five years of relevant experience. Mentoring junior designers and ensuring code compliance are key aspects.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience in Interior and Architecture Design (Corporate office fit-out projects)
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Problem solving, attention to detail, and a self-starter
• Programming abilities to extract information and produce reports
• Knowledge of building and accessible codes

Responsibilities

• Liaise with directors, clients, consultants, contractors, vendors, and internal teams to coordinate across project stages.
• Oversee interior design projects, managing budgets and timelines to meet client expectations.
• Maintain design direction and aesthetics, manage deliverables, and mentor junior staff.
• Prepare and present design proposals, contracts, specifications, renderings, material boards, and furnishings.
• Drive ongoing professional development by researching industry standards and best practices.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Self-starter

Reporting / data extraction

Education

Bachelor of Science in Architecture

Licensed Architect

Job description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Liaise with directors, clients, consultants, contractors, vendors, and internal teams to ensure smooth coordination across all project stages.


• Oversee assigned interior design projects, managing budgets, timelines, and ensuring designs meet client expectations and requirements.


• Maintain overall design direction and aesthetics, manage deliverables, and mentor junior design staff for professional growth.


• Prepare and present design proposals, contracts, specifications, and project documents, including renderings, material boards, and furnishings.


• Drive continuous professional development by researching industry standards, innovations, and best practices to enhance project quality.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Graduate of Bachelor of Science in Architecture


• Must be a Licensed Architect

Experience:

• Must have 5 years of relevant experience in Interior and Architecture Design (Mainly in Corporate Office fit-out Projects)


• Effective verbal and written communication skills


• Problem solving skills, attention to detail, and self- starter


• Programming abilities to extract information and produce reports


• Knowledge of building and accessible codes