Senior Architectural Executive

A career at SAA gives you the opportunity to be part of a team that makes a real difference to people’s lives; creating places and spaces that form meaningful experiences in the way people connect with their communities.

From the moment of ideation to the exhilaration of creation, you will be amongst passionate and talented colleagues from around the globe, working together to make a mark in the evolution of our urban societies.

At SAA, we continually strive to enrich the greatest endeavour of all – human life – the quality of which all good designs are benchmarked against. And in this endeavour, we share with you the opportunity to give true meaning to the work that sustains it.

SAA. Building Dreams, Enriching Lives.

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

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