Junior Architect

PAID STUDIO LLP; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent architectural firm based in Singapore is seeking a project manager with at least 3 years of experience in the architectural industry. The role involves preparing design proposals, meeting with clients, and overseeing the detailed design process. Applicants should have a strong portfolio, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, along with knowledge of building regulations. Interested candidates can send their CV and portfolio to the provided email.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in the architectural industry in Singapore or Malaysia.
• Able to work within a team and in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong Portfolio required.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients to agree on project brief.
• Develop project briefs throughout the project.
• Prepare design proposals using CAD and traditional methods.
• Contribute to planning applications and regulatory procedures.
• Ensure design aspects relate to performance and functional issues.
• Co-ordinate design information and liaise with consultants.
• Advise clients on contracts for the work.
• Lead preparation of tender documentation and drawings.
• Administer contracts and project certifications.
• Check on progress during site visits.
• Solve problems during construction stage.
• Carry out defect inspections.
• Manage junior staff and direct reports.

Skills

Teamwork

Knowledge of building regulations

Proactive attitude

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Description

• Meeting with clients and other involved professionals at an early stage to agree on the project brief;
• Developing project briefs and working on these as the project progresses;
• Preparing design proposals using computer-aided design (CAD) and traditional drawing methods;
• Contributing to planning applications and other regulatory application procedures;
• Understanding how the design aspects of a construction project influence and relate to performance and functional issues, so that practical questions can be addressed at an early stage;
• Following up with the detailed design process and co‑ordinating design information;
• Liaising with appropriate authorities (e.g. Planning enquiries and technical officers) to obtain statutory approval;
• Co‑ordinating and liaising with the various consultants on the project team;
• Advising clients on procuring the best and most appropriate contracts for the work they are undertaking;
• Leading the preparation of tender documentation and construction drawings;
• Assisting in administering contracts and project certifications;
• Obtaining feedback on work in progress and finished results from clients;
• Making site visits to check on progress and ensuring that the project is running within the agreed timescale;
• Solving problems that might occur during building/construction stage;
• Carrying out defect inspections;
• Managing the work of junior staff/direct reports.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 3 years experience in the architectural industry in Singapore or Malaysia
• Able to work within a team and in a fast‑paced environment; Familiar with building regulations (Singapore or Malaysia)
• Strong Portfolio
• Good working attitude, proactive and conscientious.

Please send your CV & portfolio to [e-mail] if you are interested in the position. Thank you!