Job Description

Your Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Director / Associate / Architect to execute the overall design and management strategy within the project team

• Assist the Project Director / Associate / Architect in all coordination works, provide leadership, and co-ordinate the input and output of all involved parties to meet established objectives

• Review designs and ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements

• Maintain overall project timelines by closely monitoring the team’s output and making regular assessments of progress in meeting declared objectives

• Assist with business development for prospective clients

• Participate in initiatives to improve the practice and incorporate environmental sustainability best practices

• For Architects, perform the responsibilities of a Qualified Person in accordance with Singapore's Building Control Act

• Conduct pre-design work and feasibility studies, site and zoning analyses

• Define designs to clients' briefs, budgets, timelines, and in compliance with the authorities’ requirements

• Develop designs, taking into consideration technical aspects, relevant codes and standards, and good practices, providing inputs for technical resolution

• Assist the Project Director / Associate / Architect on conceptual and detailed design development

• Develop the overall project schedule

• Project documentation and tender preparation

• Preparing drafts of material specifications and schedule of finishes

• Manage the project during construction stage, including resolution of site and design matters, and management of project handovers

• Project administration and organisation of records

• Assist in administering any form of building contract

• Checking of shopdrawings

• Manage and liaise with technical officers and architectural coordinators in the coordination, organisation, and preparation of construction documents and drawings

• Work with consultants from various disciplines on design and technical matters

• Perform other project-related duties as required

Pre-requisites and Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Architecture, BArch or MArch, Graduate Diploma from recognised and accredited institutions

• Well-versed in design, CAD, and 3D modelling software and technologies such as AutoCAD, Rhino, SketchUp, BIM software (Revit), Enscape, Lumion, Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft Office

• Demonstrates comprehensive understanding and application of planning and building codes and regulations

• Organised, meticulous, and analytical

• Creative with good aesthetic judgement

• Possesses sound industry knowledge

• Organised and enjoys problem-solving

• Takes a holistic approach to design and works with relevant specialists as needed

• Takes initiative, works methodically and autonomously, and has good time management skills to meet challenging deadlines and client briefs

• Has good verbal and written communication skills

• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply for this role. Those with work experience and are qualified QPs will be brought in as Architects.

Real Impact, Made Together

SAA is a member of the Surbana Jurong (SJ) Group, a diverse and collaborative collective of problem solvers for the built environment, continually reimagining ways to create a smart and sustainable future.

As one of SJ’s 10 member companies, SAA is part of a global network of professionals in more than 120 offices in over 40 countries.

How to apply

Please click on the “Apply” button and attach your latest CV/resume and portfolio (for Architects only) before submitting your application.

To find out more about SAA, please visit our website at https://saaarchitects.com.sg

At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!