Assistant/Architecture Manager

PERMANENT PERSONNEL SERVICES PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

PERMANENT PERSONNEL SERVICES PTE LTD is seeking an experienced Architect to lead the architectural team on large-scale building and high-rise projects in Singapore. You will oversee design coordination, production of drawings, and interface management with structural and M&E trades.

The role requires a degree in Architecture and 8-10 years of relevant experience, with strong leadership, communication, and knowledge of local authority submission processes (BCA, URA).

Qualifications

• Degree in Architecture (preferably recognised by BOA or relevant professional body).
• Minimum 8-10 years of relevant experience, with at least several years in a managerial role within a main contractor environment.
• Proven experience in managing architectural works for large-scale building or high-rise projects is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of local authority submission processes and construction practices in Singapore.
• Good understanding of architectural detailing, materials, and coordination with structural and M&E systems.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Meticulous, proactive, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the architectural team, including Design Coordinators, to ensure smooth execution of architectural works in line with project specifications, timelines, and quality standards.
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise the production of construction drawings, shop drawings, and technical submissions, ensuring timely approvals.
• Liaise closely with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and project stakeholders to ensure accurate interpretation and implementation of architectural designs.
• Coordinate architectural works with structural, M&E, and interior design trades to resolve interface issues and ensure seamless integration.
• Monitor site progress and conduct regular inspections to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
• Identify, manage, and resolve design discrepancies, technical issues, and site challenges during construction.
• Ensure compliance with local authority regulations and submission requirements (e.g. BCA, URA) and company standards.
• Support project management in reporting, documentation, and coordination meetings.
• Drive timely submission of materials, samples, and method statements in accordance with project schedules.
• Promote workplace safety, quality, and environmental compliance across all architectural works.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Architecture

Job description

Job Descriptions

Lead and manage the architectural team, including Design Coordinators, to ensure smooth execution of architectural works in line with project specifications, timelines, and quality standards.

Plan, coordinate, and supervise the production of construction drawings, shop drawings, and technical submissions, ensuring timely approvals.

Liaise closely with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and project stakeholders to ensure accurate interpretation and implementation of architectural designs.

Coordinate architectural works with structural, M&E, and interior design trades to resolve interface issues and ensure seamless integration.

Monitor site progress and conduct regular inspections to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and quality standards.

Identify, manage, and resolve design discrepancies, technical issues, and site challenges during construction.

Ensure compliance with local authority regulations and submission requirements (e.g. BCA, URA) and company standards.

Support project management in reporting, documentation, and coordination meetings.

Drive timely submission of materials, samples, and method statements in accordance with project schedules.

Promote workplace safety, quality, and environmental compliance across all architectural works.

Job Requirements

Degree in Architecture (preferably recognised by BOA or relevant professional body).

Minimum 8-10 years of relevant experience, with at least several years in a managerial role within a main contractor environment.

Proven experience in managing architectural works for large-scale building or high-rise projects is preferred.

Strong knowledge of local authority submission processes and construction practices in Singapore.

Good understanding of architectural detailing, materials, and coordination with structural and M&E systems.

Demonstrated leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Meticulous, proactive, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.