Lead Architect

AtkinsRéalis; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Annual leave

Hybrid work

Remote work outside country

Discretionary bonus

Relocation assistance

Transportation allowance

Housing allowance

Wellbeing program

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Lead Architect to drive architectural planning and design coordination for semiconductor, cleanroom, and high-tech facilities across multiple projects.

You will collaborate with process, HVAC, civil & structural, electrical, and construction teams, mentor designers, and ensure compliance with building codes, life safety, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Architecture with professional registration preferred.
• Minimum 15 years of relevant architectural design and project delivery experience.
• Proven lead experience on semiconductor, cleanroom, pharma or high-tech facilities.
• Strong cleanroom planning principles, operational workflows, and facility integration knowledge.
• Experience in multidisciplinary EPCM/EPC project environments.
• Excellent communication, coordination, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver architectural design packages for semiconductor, cleanroom, and advanced manufacturing facilities.
• Develop architectural concepts, space plans, and design standards.
• Coordinate with Process, HVAC, Mechanical, Civil & Structural, and Electrical disciplines.
• Lead design reviews and multidisciplinary coordination workshops.
• Prepare drawings, specifications, schedules, and technical reports.
• Review cleanroom layouts and zoning for compliance.
• Support planning submissions, approvals, permitting, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage interfaces with equipment vendors, contractors, and consultants.
• Participate in constructability reviews and provide technical support during construction and commissioning.
• Ensure designs comply with local building regulations, fire life safety, accessibility, and client standards.
• Mentor and provide guidance to architects and designers.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

EPCM environments

Education

Bachelor's or Master of Architecture

Professional registration or chartered status preferred

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

BIM platforms

Job description

Overview

The Lead Architect will be responsible for the architectural planning, design coordination, and delivery of advanced technology and industrial facilities, with a particular focus on semiconductor manufacturing plants, cleanrooms, and high-tech facilities. Working closely with Project Managers, Process, Mechanical, HVAC, Civil & Structural, Electrical, and Construction teams, the Lead Architect will ensure that architectural solutions support operational requirements, regulatory compliance, constructability, and project objectives.

The role will support projects across all phases, including feasibility studies, concept design, basic design, detailed design, construction support, commissioning, and project closeout. The successful candidate will provide architectural leadership while ensuring seamless integration of cleanroom, production, utility, and support facility requirements.

Your role

• Lead and deliver architectural design packages for semiconductor, cleanroom, and advanced manufacturing facilities.
• Develop architectural concepts, space planning strategies, building layouts, and design standards that support operational and process requirements.
• Coordinate closely with Process, HVAC, Mechanical, Civil & Structural, and Electrical disciplines to ensure integrated project delivery.
• Lead design reviews and multidisciplinary coordination workshops.
• Prepare and review architectural drawings, specifications, schedules, and technical design reports.
• Review cleanroom layouts, zoning strategies to ensure compliance with client and industry requirements.
• Support planning submissions, authority approvals, permitting activities, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Manage architectural interfaces with equipment vendors, contractors, and specialist consultants.
• Participate in constructability reviews and provide technical support during construction and commissioning phases.
• Ensure designs comply with local building regulations, fire and life safety codes, accessibility requirements, and client standards.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to architects and designers within the project team.

About you

Required Skills

• Bachelor'S or Master's degree in Architecture.
• Professional registration or chartered status preferred.
• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in architectural design and project delivery.
• Proven experience leading semiconductor, cleanroom, pharmaceutical, advanced manufacturing, data center, or other high-tech facility projects.
• Strong understanding of cleanroom planning principles, operational workflows, and facility integration requirements.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary EPCM/EPC project environments.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, BIM platforms, and architectural design software.
• Strong understanding of building codes, fire life safety requirements, and regulatory approval processes.
• Excellent communication, coordination, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.

Employment Type

• 1-Year Fixed-Term Contract (Subject to Extension).
• Preferred Start Date: Immediate.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career.

This includes:

• Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
• Premium medical insurance.
• Generous annual leave balance.
• Flexible and hybrid work solutions.
• Remote work opportunities outside of country.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Relocation assistance.
• Transportation & housing allowances (available for remote work locations).
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.