Architectural Design Lead – Singapore

Project68; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Design & Construction firm in Singapore seeks an experienced Architectural Design Lead to manage high-profile projects. Essential qualifications include 15+ years in the high-tech sector, strong technical skills, and team leadership experience. The role offers opportunities for growth and influence in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 15 years or more of international experience in a high-tech industry.
• Experience managing teams and mentoring staff.
• Extensive knowledge of local codes and permitting processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage all architectural design systems.
• Ensure compliance with local authorities’ code.
• Mentor Senior Architects and grow design team.
• Mentor Senior Architects and grow the design team.

Skills

Architectural Design

Technical Problem Solving

Architectural Detailing

Team Collaboration

Communication Skills

Education

BCA Green Mark Manager (GMM) or equivalent

Job description

Architectural Design Lead – Singapore Complex, High Tech Facilities

Design Specialist required to lead design projects for an industry leading Design & Construction firm.

Are you an Architect with a background in designing and delivering complex construction projects?

Do your career accomplishments include the design of; Semiconductor, Photovoltaic, Flat Panel Display, Data Centre, Pharmaceutical, Healthcare or Biotech Facilities Projects? Then we would love to hear from you to discuss how you can build your career with our client in Singapore.

This is a challenging and high profile role – which will suit those with an advanced technical background, the portfolio to match and the confidence and experience delivering a range of high value, highly technical construction projects for one of the world’s most advanced design and construction firms.

In order to be set up for success in this role, it will be expected that you will have 15 years’ or more of international experience in a high-tech industry or other multiple discipline construction business.

Responsibilities

• Set up all architectural design systems
• Manage conceptual and detailed design phases for construction projects
• Ensure that all design is in compliance with local authorities’ code
• Determine and define sustainability targets
• Review design systems for technical compliance against client requirements
• Review all Architectural tender documentation
• Implement a design checklist tracking program
• Oversee design reviews
• Represent the Architecture department in monthly client meetings
• Formulate any necessary recovery plans relating to : Design, Cost, Schedule
• Mentor the Senior Architects and be responsible for the future growth of the design team in the region

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience as a leading architect, delivering fast track projects / managing staff, coaching / mentoring and developing people
• Experience in strategic and operational planning and implementation
• BCA Green Mark Manager (GMM) or equivalent
• Technical knowledge and understanding of Architectural Design and Construction Systems from Preliminary Design to Handover
• Extensive knowledge of local code of practice and authorities’ permitting process for design implementation and project approvals
• Technical Problem Solving, Technical Communication / Architectural Detailing / Architectural Specification Writing / Editing
• Experience working in a high pressured environment and enjoy the satisfaction of solving complex problems quickly and effectively

Are you?

• A highly proficient communicator
• Cross culturally aware and adaptable
• Assertive and confident
• Able to impact and influence with good negotiation skills
• Good team player, with the ability to collaborate across multiple disciplines
• Commercially aware