Architect

Facade Today; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Facade Today in Singapore is seeking an experienced Architect to lead project briefs and design development from concept through construction. You will meet with clients and professionals early on to align the project vision and coordinate with a broad team to drive outcomes.

The role requires a minimum of five years in architecture in Singapore or Malaysia, a strong portfolio, and proficiency with CAD. You will work in a fast-paced environment, contributing to regulatory submissions and tender

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in the architectural industry in Singapore or Malaysia.
• Able to work within a team and in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients and professionals to agree on project briefs.
• Develop project briefs and progress them as the project evolves.
• Prepare design proposals using CAD and traditional drawing methods.
• Coordinate with authorities for regulatory applications.
• Oversee design information through the detailed design process.
• Liaise with consultants and stakeholders on the project team.
• Lead tender documentation preparation and construction drawings.
• Assist in contract administration and project certifications.
• Supervise junior staff and direct reports.

Skills

Teamwork

Proactive

Conscientiousness

Fast-paced environment

Tools

CAD

Hand drafting

Job description

Job Description

• Meeting with clients and other involved professionals at an early stage to agree on the project brief;
• Developing project briefs and working on these as the project progresses;
• Preparing design proposals using computer-aided design (CAD) and traditional drawing methods;
• Contributing to planning applications and other regulatory application procedures;
• Understanding how the design aspects of a construction project influence and relate to performance and functional issues, so that practical questions can be addressed at an early stage;
• Following up with the detailed design process and co-ordinating design information;
• Liaising with appropriate authorities (e.g. Planning enquiries and technical officers) to obtain statutory approval;
• Co-ordinating and liaising with the various consultants on the project team;
• Advising clients on procuring the best and most appropriate contracts for the work they are undertaking;
• Leading the preparation of tender documentation and construction drawings;
• Assisting in administering contracts and project certifications;
• Obtaining feedback on work in progress and finished results from clients;
• Making site visits to check on progress and ensuring that the project is running within the agreed timescale;
• Solving problems that might occur during building/construction stage;
• Carrying out defect inspections;
• Managing the work of junior staff/direct reports.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 5 years experience in the architectural industry in Singapore or Malaysia
• Able to work within a team and in a fast-paced environment Familiar with building regulations (Singapore or Malaysia)
• Strong Portfolio
• Good working attitude, proactive and conscientious.