Architecture Manager

Shimizu Corporation; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Shimizu Corporation in Singapore is seeking an experienced Architect with strong coordination skills to lead architectural works across design, coordination, construction and handover stages. You will review drawings, specifications and submissions, aligning with consultants and subcontractors to resolve design interfaces efficiently.

The role requires deep knowledge of architectural detailing, BIM coordination, and regulatory requirements, with the ability to manage multiple interfaces and

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Building, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• Relevant experience in architectural coordination and management within the building construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of architectural works, construction sequencing, detailing, finishes and multidisciplinary coordination.
• Good understanding of Singapore building regulations, authority requirements and construction practices.
• Able to read and interpret architectural, structural and M&E drawings.
• Experience in managing architectural subcontractors and coordinating with consultants and project teams.
• Familiarity with BIM-based coordination and construction drawings would be advantageous.
• Strong problem-solving, coordination and communication skills.
• Able to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced project environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage architectural works from design coordination through construction, completion and handover.
• Review architectural drawings, specifications, shop drawings, material submissions and method statements to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Coordinate closely with architectural consultants, structural, M&E and other disciplines to identify and resolve design discrepancies and interface issues.
• Coordinate with architectural subcontractors and suppliers on technical requirements, material submissions, samples and site installation.
• Ensure architectural works are carried out in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, quality requirements and construction programme.
• Manage architectural interfaces with structural and M&E works to minimise clashes, abortive works and delays.
• Attend design, technical, coordination and site meetings with consultants, subcontractors and relevant project stakeholders.
• Monitor the progress of architectural works and work closely with the construction team to address technical and site issues.
• Review and coordinate RFIs, technical queries and design changes affecting architectural works.
• Coordinate mock-ups, material approvals and architectural finishing requirements.
• Conduct site inspections and ensure workmanship meets project specifications and required quality standards.
• Coordinate architectural inspections, rectification works, testing, completion and handover requirements.
• Support TOP/CSC preparation, authority inspections and project close-out activities where applicable.
• Maintain proper architectural documentation, records and as-built information throughout the project.
• Perform other project-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership and coordination

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Independent working

Reading architectural drawings

Education

Degree or Diploma in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Building, Construction Management or a related discipline

Tools

BIM coordination

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage architectural works from design coordination through construction, completion and handover.
• Review architectural drawings, specifications, shop drawings, material submissions and method statements to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Coordinate closely with architectural consultants, structural, M&E and other disciplines to identify and resolve design discrepancies and interface issues.
• Coordinate with architectural subcontractors and suppliers on technical requirements, material submissions, samples and site installation.
• Ensure architectural works are carried out in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, quality requirements and construction programme.
• Manage architectural interfaces with structural and M&E works to minimise clashes, abortive works and delays.
• Attend design, technical, coordination and site meetings with consultants, subcontractors and relevant project stakeholders.
• Monitor the progress of architectural works and work closely with the construction team to address technical and site issues.
• Review and coordinate Requests for Information (RFIs), technical queries and design changes affecting architectural works.
• Coordinate mock-ups, material approvals and architectural finishing requirements.
• Conduct site inspections and ensure workmanship meets project specifications and required quality standards.
• Coordinate architectural inspections, rectification works, testing, completion and handover requirements.
• Support TOP/CSC preparation, authority inspections and project close-out activities where applicable.
• Maintain proper architectural documentation, records and as-built information throughout the project.
• Perform other project-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Building, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• Relevant experience in architectural coordination and management within the building construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of architectural works, construction sequencing, detailing, finishes and multidisciplinary coordination.
• Good understanding of Singapore building regulations, authority requirements and construction practices.
• Able to read and interpret architectural, structural and M&E drawings.
• Experience in managing architectural subcontractors and coordinating with consultants and project teams.
• Familiarity with BIM-based coordination and construction drawings would be advantageous.
• Strong problem-solving, coordination and communication skills.
• Able to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced project environment.