ASSISTANT/ MANAGER, ARCHITECTURE

Lum Chang Building Contractors Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Singapore seeks an experienced Architectural Manager to oversee project specifications and architectural coordination. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of managerial experience in construction, a degree in Architecture, and must communicate effectively in Mandarin with local stakeholders. This role involves leading a team, ensuring compliance with authority requirements, and conducting site inspections.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience at managerial level in construction.
• Knowledge of local authority processes (URA, BCA, etc.).
• Meticulous, highly motivated, and independent.

Responsibilities

• Support the Manager in preparing reports and managing documentation.
• Lead a team in coordinating architectural works according to specifications.
• Ensure compliance with local authority and company standards.
• Conduct site inspections for architectural requirements.

Skills

Project management

Coordination with architects

Communication in Mandarin

Technical support

Education

Degree in Architecture

Job description

Your Role

• Support the Manager in preparing reports, managing documentation, and attending coordination meetings.
• Lead a team of Design Coordinator, Architecture in managing and coordinating architectural works in accordance with project specifications, timelines, and quality standards.
• Liaise with consultants, clients, and subcontractors to ensure proper interpretation and implementation of architectural drawings and details.
• Ensure compliance with local authority requirements, codes of practice, and company standards.
• Plan, organise and supervise production of construction drawings including shop drawings submissions and approvals
• Provide technical support to the site team and address discrepancies or design issues during construction.
• Monitor architectural progress on-site and resolve coordination issues involving structural, M&E, and ID trades.
• Conduct site inspections to ensure workmanship and materials meet architectural requirements.
• Communicate clearly and effectively in Chinese (Mandarin) with Chinese-speaking subcontractors, consultants, and vendors to ensure alignment on project requirements and expectations.

The Requirements

• Degree in Architecture with minimum 8 years’ relevant experience at managerial level with a main construction firm
• Knowledge of local submission and authority processes (e.g., URA, BCA, or local equivalents).
• Be meticulous, highly motivated and independent with excellent team spirit and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate in Mandarin to liaise with Mandarin-speaking associates will be added advantage