Architectural Graduate

PARK + ASSOCIATES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

PARK + ASSOCIATES PTE. LTD. is seeking an architect or architectural assistant to join our team in Singapore.

You will participate in early-stage meetings, develop project briefs, prepare planning applications and design proposals using CAD and traditional drawing methods. You will assist in detailed design coordination, tender documentation, site visits, and liaise with authorities to obtain approvals while maintaining progress within timelines.

Qualifications

• Able to work within a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiar with Singapore/Malaysia building regulations.
• Strong portfolio showings in design.
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Meeting with clients and other professionals to agree on the project brief.
• Developing project briefs and progressing on these as the project evolves.
• Preparing planning applications and other regulatory procedures.
• Preparing design proposals using CAD and traditional drawing methods.
• Assisting in the detailed design process and coordinating design information.
• Preparing tender documentation and construction drawings.
• Liaising with authorities to obtain statutory approvals.
• Attending site visits and recording minutes/discussions.
• Assisting the project architect in coordinating site issues.
• Producing and analysing detailed specifications for materials or processes.
• Understanding how design influences performance and functionality at early stages.
• Co-ordinating with consultants on the project team.
• Advising clients on contracts and procurement for the work.

Skills

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Proactive attitude

Conscientious

Fresh graduates welcome

Tools

CAD

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 planning applications and other regulatory application procedures;
• Preparing design proposals using computer-aided design (CAD) and traditional drawing methods;
• Assisting in the detailed design process and co-ordinating design information;
• Preparing/updating tender documentation and construction drawings;
• Liaising with appropriate authorities (e.g. Planning enquiries and technical officers) to obtain statutory approval;
• Attending site visits and recording minutes/discussions
• Assisting project architect in coordinating site issues
• Producing and analysing detailed specifications for suitable materials or processes to be used in construction;
• 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;
• 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.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 1 year 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
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply