Building Project Architect

Permanent Personnel Services Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Permanent Personnel Services Pte Ltd is seeking a Building Project Architect in Singapore to lead high-stakes architectural projects from concept to completion. You will manage designs, coordinate with C&S and M&E teams, and ensure regulatory submissions are accurate and timely.

You will oversee site inspections, liaise with consultants and stakeholders, and prepare technical documentation, progress reports, and compliance records to meet quality, safety and schedule targets.

Qualifications

• Must hold relevant industry qualifications as Building Project Architect.
• Hands-on experience as Building Project Architect.
• Commitment to delivering safe, high-quality work.
• Ability to lead multi-discipline coordination with engineers and stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of local authority submission requirements and building regulations.
• Proficient in project management and site administration processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop concept, schematic and detailed designs from the client brief.
• Prepare drawings and coordinate with C&S and M&E engineers.
• Submit plans to URA, BCA, SCDF, and NEA for approvals.
• Lead design meetings and prepare tender documents.
• Review and respond to tender queries; evaluate tenders.
• Issue instructions and RFIs on behalf of the client.
• Carry out site inspections to ensure drawings and quality.
• Coordinate with consultants and stakeholders for timely completion.
• Prepare technical documentation, progress reports, and compliance records.

Skills

Building project coordination

Coordination leadership

Project management

Site administration

Regulatory compliance

Quality & safety focus

Education

Bachelor or equivalent in Architecture

Job description

Building Project Architect

Job Description

Ready to lead high-stakes architectural projects in Singapore from vision to reality?

Key Responsibilities

• Develop concept, schematic and detailed design based on the client's brief.
• Prepare drawings and lead coordination with C&S and M&E engineers.
• Prepare and submit plans to authorities including URA, BCA, SCDF, and NEA for approval.
• Lead design meetings.
• Prepare tender drawings, specifications, and architectural details.
• Assist the quantity surveyor to prepare tender documents.
• Answer tender queries from contractors.
• Evaluate tenders and advise the client.
• Act as the Contract Administrator's Representative to issue instructions, drawing updates, and reply to RFIs on behalf of the client.
• Carry out site inspections to check if work is performed according to drawings and quality standards.
• Chair site meetings and coordinate with other consultants.
• Approve architectural samples, shop drawings, and material submissions from contractors.
• Evaluate and recommend Variation Orders.
• Certify progress claims and payment responses.
• Conduct joint inspections for TOP and CSC.
• List defects and issue Architect's Instructions for rectification.
• Certify practical completion and final completion, and release retention.
• Oversee day-to-day architectural design and deliverables in line with quality, schedule, and safety standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams, consultants, and external stakeholders to ensure smooth execution and timely completion.
• Prepare, review, and maintain accurate technical documentation, progress reports, and compliance records.

Job Requirements

• You must possess relevant industry qualifications as a Building Project Architect.
• You should have hands-on professional experience working as a Building Project Architect.
• You must demonstrate a commitment to delivering safe and high-quality work.
• You possess the ability to lead coordination efforts with various engineering disciplines and external stakeholders.
• You have a strong working knowledge of local authority submission requirements and building regulations.
• You are proficient in project management and site administration processes.

Job Details

• Location: Singapore
• Job type: Permanent