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.
Responsibilities
Team Management:
Assist the Technical Managers to lead teams of Architectural and Technical Coordinators.
Manage architectural production teams, resources, and manpower planning effectively.
Technical Oversight and Coordination :
Work with project and technical teams to develop designs from concept / schematic to detailed designs and construction details for tender, ensuring all works comply with regulatory standards.
Ensure consistency of architectural and building details across the practice, applying building codes to designs and advising the Project Director / Associate / Architect on compliance implications.
Technical Coordination and Regulatory Compliance:
Assist the Technical Managers and work with project and technical teams for technical compliance and building code matters.
Review drawings for adherence to planning and building regulations.
Manage and coordinate the preparation and submission of documentation required by authorities, including for approvals, waivers, and consultations across all project stages.
Liaise with authorities to resolve technical requirements and facilitate authority submission processes.
Project Coordination:
Throughout the project cycle, ensure the coordination and organisation of construction documents and drawings.
Collaborate with suppliers to review and develop architectural details and drawings.
Coordinate with other consultants on design, building codes, and compliance matters.
Work closely with contractors on construction-related matters.
Documentation and management of records
Maintain organised records of design and working drawings, design information and data, as well as materials, product information, specifications.
Standardise documentation processes in collaboration with document control personnel.
Additional Responsibilities:
Undertake other project-related duties and ad-hoc tasks as required.
Requirements
At least 10 years of relevant experience.
Diploma in Architecture or equivalent from an accredited institution, with relevant experience in a similar role
Well-versed with 2D and 3D design software and technologies, such as AutoCAD, Revit and Microsoft suite.
Acute knowledge and application of planning and building codes and regulations, regulatory submissions and processes.
Organised and methodical with attention to detail.
Ability to take initiative, work methodically, and autonomously.
An open and highly collaborative mindset and approach.
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