Architectural Project Leader

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

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.