Senior Associate Director

SOG DESIGN PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An international architectural firm in Singapore is seeking a Senior Associate Director to lead design quality and oversee complex high-value projects. This senior position requires at least 12–18 years of relevant experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams. Candidates should possess a Master's or Bachelor's degree in Architecture and demonstrate exceptional design and technical capabilities. This role offers a chance to shape cities through innovative architectural solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12–18 years of relevant experience with a strong international portfolio.
• Proven leadership experience in an international design practice or multidisciplinary consultancy.
• Exceptional design sensibility paired with strong technical and delivery capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the conceptualisation and development of innovative design solutions.
• Oversee full project lifecycle from feasibility through construction.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for key clients, consultants, and partners.
• Mentor and guide architects, designers, and project managers.
• Contribute to strategic planning, business development, and proposal submissions.

Skills

Strategic Planning

Leadership

Creative Direction

Microsoft Excel

Construction

Talent Development

Operational Excellence

Regulatory Compliance

Architectural

Artificial Intelligence

Accountability

Business Development

Stakeholder Management

Adaptable to Changes

Project Delivery

Hospitality

Education

Master's or Bachelor's degree in Architecture from a recognized institution

Job description

SOG Design is an international architectural practice known for delivering visionary, human‑centred environments across Asia and beyond. Our portfolio spans large‑scale mixed‑use developments, commercial towers, hospitality, residential, and masterplanning projects. We combine design excellence with technical rigour, cultural sensitivity, and a deep commitment to shaping cities for the future.

As we continue to expand our APAC footprint, we are seeking a Senior Associate Director to join our Singapore studio and play a pivotal leadership role in driving design quality, project delivery, and team development.

The Senior Associate Director is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing complex, high‑value architectural projects from concept to completion. This role blends creative direction, client leadership, technical oversight, and operational management. You will guide multidisciplinary teams, strengthen client relationships, and ensure SOG’s design standards are consistently upheld across all projects.

Key Responsibilities

Design Leadership

• Lead the conceptualisation and development of innovative design solutions for large‑scale mixed‑use, commercial, and urban projects.
• Uphold and elevate SOG’s design vision, ensuring creativity, feasibility, and alignment with client objectives.
• Review and critique design work across project teams, providing clear direction and mentorship.

Project & Technical Oversight

• Oversee full project lifecycle—from feasibility and concept through schematic, detailed design, and construction.
• Ensure technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and coordination across disciplines.
• Anticipate project risks and proactively drive solutions to maintain quality, timelines, and budgets.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as a primary point of contact for key clients, consultants, authorities, and partners.
• Build long‑term relationships that strengthen SOG’s reputation and pipeline.
• Lead presentations, negotiations, and design discussions with confidence and clarity.

Team Leadership & Development

• Mentor and guide architects, designers, and project managers across multiple teams.
• Foster a collaborative, high‑performance culture that encourages innovation and accountability.
• Support talent development, recruitment, and capability building within the Singapore studio.

Business & Practice Growth

• Contribute to strategic planning, business development, and proposal submissions.
• Identify opportunities for new work, partnerships, and market expansion.
• Support operational excellence, resource planning, and studio management.

Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from a recognised institution.
• Minimum 12–18 years of relevant experience, with a strong international portfolio of large‑scale, complex projects.
• Proven leadership experience in an international design practice or multidisciplinary consultancy.
• Exceptional design sensibility paired with strong technical and delivery capabilities.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client‑facing skills.
• Ability to lead multiple teams and projects concurrently in a fast‑paced environment.

Core Skills

• Strategic Planning
• Leadership
• Creative Direction
• Microsoft Excel
• Construction
• Talent Development
• Operational Excellence
• Regulatory Compliance
• Architectural
• Artificial Intelligence
• Architects
• Accountability
• Business Development
• Stakeholder Management
• Adaptable to Changes
• Project Delivery
• Hospitality