Senior Architect /Architect

WSP CONSULTANCY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Asia is seeking a Senior Architect to lead architectural design from concept to delivery. You will collaborate with clients, consultants and contractors to ensure high-quality, compliant, and sustainable designs, while providing technical leadership for successful project delivery.

The role requires a degree in Architecture and at least 5 years of relevant experience; strong knowledge of codes, and the ability to lead a team is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Architecture as a minimum requirement; recognition by Board of Architects Singapore preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant architectural experience; industrial, mission critical, transport and infrastructure projects favored.
• Strong knowledge of architectural details, working drawings, construction practices and sustainability design.
• Familiarity with local codes & regulations and authority submission procedures.
• Ability to lead a team and communicate effectively; proficiency with AI tools for design is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualizes concept and schematic designs.
• Executes feasibility studies and presents design proposals.
• Prepares tender documentation, schedules and specifications.
• Liaises with clients on project issues.
• Coordinates with consultants and contractors.
• Ensures design quality and authority compliance.
• Assists with project bidding and presentations as required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team coordination

Client liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

Generative AI

3D rendering

Video creation

Job description

Summary/Purpose:

The Senior Architect is responsible for leading and delivering architectural design solutions from concept and feasibility through to tender and project delivery. The role works closely with clients, consultants and contractors to ensure high-quality, compliant and sustainable designs, while providing technical and design leadership to support the successful delivery of projects.

Key Responsibility Areas

Responsibilities:

• Conceptualizes concept and schematic designs
• Execute feasibility studies and presents design proposals
• Preparation of tender documentation, schedules and specifications
• Liaises and discuss project-relevant issues with clients
• Liaises and coordinates with consultants and contractors
• Ensures design quality and authority compliance
• Assist projects bidding and presentation whenever required

Requirements:

Degree in Architecture, preferably recognised by the Board of Architects, Singapore

Minimum 5 years of relevant architectural experience, preferred in industrial, mission critical, transport and infrastructure projects

Good knowledge of architectural details, working drawings, construction practices and sustainability design.

Conversant with local codes & regulations

Competency in authority requirements and submission procedures

Ability to lead a team

Good leadership and communication skills

Able to use generative AI for architectural design, 3D rendering or video creation is a plus point.

Health, Safety and Wellbeing

• Embody behaviours that support a strong health and safety culture.
• Take reasonable steps to ensure personal health and safety, as well as that of others affected by activities.
• Comply with safety rules, procedures, and instructions issued by the company or authorized persons.
• Make proper use of facilities, equipment, and clothing provided for protection.
• Identify significant hazards associated with activities and eliminate them where possible.
• Reduce and control remaining risks to prevent harm.
• Participate in necessary health and safety training.
• Take note of health and safety information and instructions provided.
• Rectify health and safety problems or defects where safely and reasonably possible.
• Report issues if unable to rectify them.
• Foster good working relationships and embrace diversity and inclusion.
• Support employees' overall wellbeing to create a healthy and productive workplace.

Self-Development

• Take the lead to establish personal career experiences, development and performance goals through regular and relevant Thrive conversations.
• Keep up-to-date with developments in your professional area.
• Make use of expert collaboration opportunities such as PANS to develop and maintain a network of technical/professional support and excellence.
• Achieve and/or maintain professional registrations/licences relevant to your role.
• Update the Capabilities Database for sharing capabilities and qualifications within the business.
• Regularly reflect on the contribution you make to your team culture to embrace diversity, strive for excellence and demonstrate our Guiding Principles.

About WSP Asia

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms, uniting its engineering, advisory and science-based expertise to shape communities to advance humanity. From local beginnings to a globe-spanning presence today, WSP operates in over 50 countries and employs approximately 73,000 professionals, known as Visioneers. WSP in Asia's team of 3,500 professionals pioneer solutions and deliver innovative projects across the transportation, infrastructure, environment, building, energy, water, advisory, digital services, project management and mission critical sectors.