Architectural Manager (Residential Project)

Job Responsibilities:

• Architectural Design and Technical Management: Lead and oversee architectural design coordination, technical reviews and deliverables to ensure compliance with project specifications, design intent, contractual requirements and construction schedules.
• Multidisciplinary Coordination: Manage coordination between architectural, structural, MEP, façade and other specialist disciplines to resolve design discrepancies, technical issues and construction interface conflicts.
• Drawing and Technical Submission Management: Review and manage architectural drawings, shop drawings, material submissions, method statements and technical proposals to ensure accuracy, compliance and timely approval.
• Shop Drawing Planning and Control: Plan, monitor and control architectural shop drawing preparation, submission and approval schedules in line with project milestones and construction programmes.
• Regulatory Compliance and Authority Liaison: Coordinate with consultants and relevant authorities on statutory requirements, regulatory submissions and architectural compliance matters, including requirements for Temporary Occupation Permit (TOP) and Certificate of Statutory Completion (CSC).
• Technical Problem-Solving and Buildability: Provide technical expertise and guidance to project and construction teams on architectural detailing, construction methodologies, design coordination, buildability and site-related technical challenges.
• Technical Issue and Design Change Management: Monitor outstanding technical issues, design changes, drawing approvals and site queries, ensuring timely resolution to minimise construction delays and rework.
• Team Leadership and Development: Lead, supervise and mentor architectural coordinators and BIM personnel, including work allocation, performance monitoring, technical guidance and professional development.
• Project and Stakeholder Coordination: Work closely with project management, construction teams, consultants, subcontractors and the HQ Technical Centre to align technical deliverables with project priorities, site requirements and overall project objectives.
• BIM and Digital Coordination: Oversee architectural BIM coordination and digital construction workflows to identify design clashes, improve coordination efficiency and support effective project delivery.
• Technical Standards and Quality Assurance: Establish and implement architectural technical standards, drawing control procedures, quality requirements and review processes to ensure consistency and compliance across projects.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve architectural design coordination, technical submission processes, construction efficiency and departmental work practices.

Job Requirements:

Education

• Degree in Architecture or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• Relevant professional qualifications or certifications in architectural design, construction management or project management will be an advantage.

Professional Background

• Strong background in architectural design, design management, technical coordination and construction delivery.
• Proven experience in managing multidisciplinary design coordination and architectural technical deliverables for medium- to large-scale building projects.

Work Experience

• Minimum 8–10 years of relevant experience in architectural design coordination, technical management or building construction.
• Demonstrated experience in leading architectural teams and coordinating with consultants, subcontractors and multiple project disciplines.
• Proven ability to manage architectural shop drawing submissions, technical reviews, material approvals and construction-related design issues.
• Experience with Singapore building regulations, authority submissions and statutory completion requirements is preferred.

Professional Competencies

• Good knowledge of Singapore building codes, statutory requirements, authority submission procedures and construction practices.
• Strong understanding of architectural detailing, construction methods, materials, buildability and technical interface coordination.
• Ability to manage drawing production, submission and approval schedules in accordance with project programmes.
• Proficiency in BIM coordination and familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit and other digital construction platforms.
• Strong leadership, communication, analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities while maintaining technical quality and delivery timelines.
• Effective stakeholder management and coordination skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with consultants, subcontractors, project teams and senior management.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to resolving technical issues and improving work processes.

Certifications

• Relevant professional registration, architectural certifications or project management qualifications will be an advantage, where applicable.
• Additional training or certification in BIM, digital construction or quality management will be an added advantage.