Architectural Executive

SJ Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SJ Group is seeking a capable Architect to support design and project management across a range of developments in Singapore. You'll assist senior leaders in coordinating inputs, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving timely project delivery.

Ideal candidates bring strong CAD/3D modelling skills, familiarity with BIM workflows, and excellent communication to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. Fresh graduates welcomed; experienced QPs may join as Architects.

Qualifications

• Degree in Architecture, BArch or MArch, Graduate Diploma from recognised and accredited institutions.
• Well‑versed in design, CAD, and 3D modelling software and technologies such as AutoCAD, Rhino, SketchUp, BIM software (Revit), Enscape, Lumion, Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrates comprehensive understanding and application of planning and building codes and regulations.
• Organised, meticulous, and analytical.
• Creative with good aesthetic judgment.
• Possesses sound industry knowledge.
• Organised and enjoys problem‑solving.
• Takes a holistic approach to design and works with relevant specialists as needed.
• Takes initiative, works methodically and autonomously, and has good time management skills to meet challenging deadlines and client briefs.
• Has good verbal and written communication skills.
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply; those with work experience and qualified QPs will be brought in as Architects.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Director / Associate / Architect to execute the overall design and management strategy within the project team.
• Assist the Project Director / Associate / Architect in coordination works, provide leadership, and coordinate input/output of all involved parties to meet objectives.
• Review designs and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Maintain project timelines by monitoring outputs and assessing progress toward objectives.
• Assist with business development for prospective clients.
• Participate in initiatives to improve the practice and incorporate sustainability best practices.
• For Architects, perform responsibilities of a Qualified Person under Singapore's Building Control Act.
• Conduct pre-design work and feasibility studies, site and zoning analyses.
• Define designs to client briefs, budgets, timelines, and authorities’ requirements.
• Develop designs considering technical aspects, codes, standards, and best practices; provide inputs for resolutions.
• Assist in conceptual and detailed design development.
• Develop the overall project schedule.
• Project documentation and tender preparation.
• Prepare drafts of material specifications and schedule of finishes.
• Manage the project during construction, including resolution of site/design matters and handovers.
• Project administration and records management.
• Assist in administering building contracts.
• Check shop drawings.
• Coordinate with technical officers and architectural coordinators on construction documents.
• Work with consultants from various disciplines on design and technical matters.
• Perform other project-related duties as required.

Skills

Design

CAD

3D modelling

BIM

Creativity

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Education

Degree in Architecture

BArch or MArch

Graduate Diploma in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Rhino

SketchUp

Revit BIM

Enscape

Lumion

Adobe Creative Cloud

Microsoft Office

Job description

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Director / Associate / Architect to execute the overall design and management strategy within the project team
• Assist the Project Director / Associate / Architect in all coordination works, provide leadership, and coordinate the input and output of all involved parties to meet established objectives
• Review designs and ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements
• Maintain overall project timelines by closely monitoring the team’s output and making regular assessments of progress in meeting declared objectives
• Assist with business development for prospective clients
• Participate in initiatives to improve the practice and incorporate environmental sustainability best practices
• For Architects, perform the responsibilities of a Qualified Person in accordance with Singapore’s Building Control Act
• Conduct pre-design work and feasibility studies, site and zoning analyses
• Define designs to client briefs, budgets, timelines, and in compliance with authorities’ requirements
• Develop designs, taking into consideration technical aspects, relevant codes and standards, and good practices, providing inputs for technical resolution
• Assist the Project Director / Associate / Architect on conceptual and detailed design development
• Develop the overall project schedule
• Project documentation and tender preparation
• Preparing drafts of material specifications and schedule of finishes
• Manage the project during construction stage, including resolution of site and design matters, and management of project handovers
• Project administration and organisation of records
• Assist in administering any form of building contract
• Checking of shopdrawings
• Manage and liaise with technical officers and architectural coordinators in the coordination, organisation, and preparation of construction documents and drawings
• Work with consultants from various disciplines on design and technical matters
• Perform other project‑related duties as required

Qualifications

• Degree in Architecture, BArch or MArch, Graduate Diploma from recognised and accredited institutions
• Well‑versed in design, CAD, and 3D modelling software and technologies such as AutoCAD, Rhino, SketchUp, BIM software (Revit), Enscape, Lumion, Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft Office
• Demonstrates comprehensive understanding and application of planning and building codes and regulations
• Organised, meticulous, and analytical
• Creative with good aesthetic judgment
• Possesses sound industry knowledge
• Organised and enjoys problem‑solving
• Takes a holistic approach to design and works with relevant specialists as needed
• Takes initiative, works methodically and autonomously, and has good time management skills to meet challenging deadlines and client briefs
• Has good verbal and written communication skills
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply for this role. Those with work experience and are qualified QPs will be brought in as Architects.