TECHNICAL DESIGN HEAD

Newcore Industries International Inc; Philippines; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Newcore Industries International Inc. seeks a Senior Architect to lead the design department, directing building science, materials choices, and constructability to deliver compliant, high-quality designs.

You will translate concepts into detailed drawings and specifications, enforce QA for all project documents, ensure code and life-safety compliance, and mentor junior staff while coordinating with MEPF engineers and the implementation team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field.
• Licensure advantage but not required.
• CAD expertise (AutoCAD, Revit) and BIM.
• Strong understanding of architectural design and construction.
• Excellent communication, planning, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Experience creating construction documents and guiding project phases.

Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership: Manage the design department and guide building science, materials, and constructability.
• Design Execution: Translate concepts into detailed construction drawings and specifications.
• Quality Control: Establish QA protocols for all project documentation.
• Code Compliance: Lead feasibility reviews to ensure compliance with local codes and life safety.
• Team Management: Mentor and oversee junior staff, fostering technical excellence.
• Cross-Disciplinary Coordination: Collaborate with MEPF engineers and implementation team.

Skills

Soft Skills

Communication

Time management

Problem-solving

Planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Licensure (advantage)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Leadership: Manage the technical design department, providing strategic direction on building science, materials, and constructability.

• Design Execution: Translate architectural concepts into highly detailed construction drawings and specifications.

• Quality Control: Establish and enforce quality assurance protocols for all project documentation to minimize risks and errors during construction.

• Code Compliance: Lead feasibility research, zoning reviews, and ensure all designs comply with local building codes, life safety regulations, and accessibility standards.

• Team Management: Mentor, train, and oversee junior architects, architects, and other design staff, fostering a culture of technical excellence.

• Cross-Disciplinary Coordination: Collaborate with other department such as MEPF (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing & Fire Protection) engineers, and implementation team.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field often preferred.

• Licensure: advantage but not required

• Software Proficiency: Expertise in CAD (AutoCAD, Revit) and BIM.

• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of architectural design, construction principles, and local building codes.

• Soft Skills: Excellent communication, planning, problem-solving, and time management skills.

• Experience: Experience in creating construction documents and working through project phases.