Senior Architect

SWAN & MACLAREN ARCHITECTS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Swan & Maclaren Architects Pte. Ltd. in Singapore seeks a Senior Architect to lead projects from concept through handover, oversee construction documentation, and ensure compliance with local codes.

The role involves managing the Design Implementation (DI) team and coordinating with clients, consultants, and contractors to uphold design quality. The ideal candidate holds a recognized Architecture degree, BIM proficiency, and 8+ years of BIM-led project experience, with familiarity in Singapore’s

Qualifications

• Degree in Architecture; registration with the Board of Architects, Singapore preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of BIM-based architectural experience.
• Strong knowledge of architectural detailing, drawings and construction practices.
• Proficiency in 3D software: Microstation, Revit, Photoshop and SketchUp.
• Familiarity with local codes and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural projects from concept to handover.
• Oversee construction documentation and design implementation.
• Ensure compliance with local statutory requirements.
• Administer contracts and coordinate consultants.
• Lead the Design Implementation (DI) team and office management.
• Uphold design quality and resolve on-site issues.

Skills

Architectural design

BIM management

Project coordination

Team leadership

Detailing & drafting

Education

Architecture degree

Singapore registration preferred

Tools

Microstation

Revit

Photoshop

SketchUp

Job description

Company Overview

Headquartered in Singapore, Swan & Maclaren Group (SMG) is Asia's leading architectural design, illumination engineering & management group developing smart build, premium lifestyle, and immersive experiential domains. The Group’s architectural and design history began in 1892 (over 130 years) and built some of Singapore landmarks including the Raffles Hotel, Goodwood Park, and Victoria Memorial Hall. SMG has over 15 international offices, serving more than 24 markets.

Our services include Architecture & Design (A&D); Immersive Experience Design Tech & Build (IE D&B); and Green Tech Design (GT) & Green Build (GB) which leads industry partnerships and the Intellectual Property arm within the Group. Designing and enabling sustainable buildings has been our early advocacy and practice. At SMG, we believe in creating a symbiotic and positive relationship between our projects and the local communities and the environment, helping to drive towards a green sustainable and future with a carbon neutral agenda.

Summary

The Senior Architect will lead and manage architectural projects from concept to handover, oversee construction documentation, ensure compliance with local statutory requirements, administer contracts, lead the Design Implementation (DI) team, and involve in office management.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertakes supervisory responsibilities for all projects from inception, conceptualization, and design to project completion.
• Monitors and manages execution of all projects through regular review of status and progress with staff from design to completion stages
• Conceptualize concept and schematic designs; Carry out feasibility studies and present design proposals;
• Prepares tender documentation, schedules and material specifications;
• Competent in construction details, and able to do design development;
• Have an intimate knowledge of Authority code and requirements;
• Monitor the status of authorities clearances / approvals
• Co-ordinate and controls drafting processes.
• Able to liaise and discuss project-relevant issues with clients;
• Able to liaise, coordinate and lead consultants and contractors;
• Able lead and manage a team of architectural personnel;
• Oversees progress of on-site work and resolves any arising issues;
• Ensures design quality.

Requirements

• Recognized Degree in Architecture; preferably registered with the Board of Architects, Singapore;
• Minimum 8 years of relevant architectural experience running BIM projects;
• Good knowledge of architectural details, working drawings and construction practices;
• Knowledge of computer 3D and presentation programs such as Microstation, Revit, Photoshop and Sketchup;
• Flair in design, ability to sketch fast and produce good design concepts;
• Conversant with local codes and regulations.