Senior Manager (Architecture & Space Planning), Campus Planning & Development)

Singapore University of Social Sciences; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Singapore University of Social Sciences seeks a Senior Manager for Architecture & Space Planning within Campus Development to lead architectural works and space planning for the flagship campus. You will shape space norms, interior design requirements, and material selections aligned with SUSS's corporate identity.

The role entails coordinating with stakeholders, supervising consultants and site teams, and ensuring projects meet quality, safety and budget targets for a high-profile campus

Qualifications

• Degree in Architecture or relevant field, with at least 15 years of relevant experience as Space Planner/Architect/PM.
• Registration as Architect (Qualified Person) by Board of Architect, Singapore is an added advantage.
• Experience on large scale development projects with sustainability and smart building solutions.
• Knowledge of Government policies and regulatory framework for development projects.
• Strong leadership, communication, and presentation skills.
• Detail-oriented with macro and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Architectural and Space Planning aspects of building, fit-out and infrastructure projects, incl. feasibility, budgeting, funding approval, design, programming, procurement, regulatory compliance, QA.
• Propose conceptual designs with stakeholder input.
• Gather requirements from stakeholders for incorporation into project briefs.
• Evaluate and advise on architecture/space planning designs to meet objectives and budget.
• Review consultant/contractor designs for quality, compliance and value for money.
• Attend consultant and site meetings; inspect site to ensure quality and timeliness.
• Manage external resources (consultants and site supervision staff) to execute projects.
• Lead Design for Safety and ensure risk assessments and safety measures are in place.
• Lead Security Operation Planning to integrate space planning with campus operations.
• Provide technical support to resolve stakeholder technical issues.
• Undertake other tasks as required by Management.

Skills

People management

Communication

Presentation skills

Written communication

Detail oriented

Education

Architecture degree

Master's degree in Architecture/related field

Job description

Company description:

As Singapore's first institute for lifelong learning, the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) champions inclusivity to bring education to all and ensure that they are given equal opportunities to develop to their fullest potential in our diverse learning environment.

We advocate for the same for our people. We believe everyone should have equal opportunities and develop to their fullest potential in their careers.

Embark on an exciting lifelong journey with us in making a positive difference in your career and serving our society.

For more information on Singapore University of Social Sciences, please visit www.suss.edu.sg

Job description:

About the Job

The Senior Manager (Architecture & Space Planning), Campus Development, reports to the Director, Campus Development, and is responsible for all architectural works and space planning related to the development of the new flagship campus. The scope of works includes formulation of Space Norms for all different space requirements, development of the interior design overall requirement (SUSS's Corporate Image) by taking into consideration of SUSS's Corporate Identity and selection of all architectural materials, colours and installation methods for the new flagship campus.

SUSS's focus on community and industry integration themed with unique urban and architectural design will set the new campus apart from other local tertiary institutions. The SUSS Flagship Campus development, located in the central of Singapore, will allow SUSS the opportunity to grow to a higher level.

Job Description

• Responsible for Architectural and Space Planning aspects of building, fit-out and infrastructure projects which will encompass conducting feasibility studies, budgeting, funding approval, design, project programming, procurement, regulatory compliance, design review and quality assurance.
• Propose conceptual design for development projects with input from stakeholders.
• Work with key stakeholders and obtain their requirements and needs for incorporation into project brief.
• Evaluate and advise on appropriate Architecture and Space Planning Design to meet the project objectives, requirements and budget.
• Review, challenge and value-add on the designs/specification/drawings submitted by consultants and contractors to achieve quality, compliance and value for money. Manage and Review Architecture Design and Material proposals from consultants and contractors, and to ensure compliance to specifications and code requirements.
• Attend consultant and site meetings with the Project Team and to carry out inspections on site to ensure that the architectural works carried out by the builder to meet the desired quality/workmanship and are completed on time and within budget.
• Manage external/outsourced resources (consultants and site supervisory staff) to execute the projects.
• Lead the Design for Safety process and ensure that contractors carry out works in a safe manner with the necessary risk assessments and workplace safety measures in place to manage project risks.
• Lead the Security Operation Planning process and ensure that the space planning for the overall campus operation takes security measures into the considerations.
• Provide technical support to stakeholders in the resolution of technical issues when needed.
• Undertake any other tasks or responsibilities as required by Management in the course of work.

Job Requirements

• A recognised Degree in Architecture or relevant Degree, and/or relevant Master's Degree from a recognised University with at least 15 years of relevant working experience as Space Planner, Architect or Project Manager preferably in public/developer organisations or consulting firms.
• Registered Architect (Qualified Person) by Board of Architect, Singapore is an added advantage.
• Relevant experience in the planning, design and implementation of large scale development projects with sustainability and smart building solutions, and Design for safety requirements.
• Working experience and knowledge of Government policies; functions and requirements of key Agencies and the regulatory framework for development projects.
• Strong in people management, good writing, communication and presentation skills.
• Detail-oriented and yet capable of macro analysis with good acumen in management and resolution of technical issues and challenges.