Architect, Architect ​/ Sr. Architect

About Us

10 Design, part of Egis Group, is an international architecture and master planning practice with offices in Hong Kong, Edinburgh, Dubai, Miami, London, Shenzhen, Singapore, and San Francisco. 10 Design works at diverse scales, from the design of individual buildings to the planning of cities. The practice focuses on bringing innovative design solutions for multicultural projects, with economic and social integrity.

Its works include large-scale mixed use development, retail, office, residential, hospitality, transport, education, cultural, and civic projects.

An Architect should aim to achieve design excellence by assisting in the creation of designs that are both appropriate and in line with the companies design philosophy. The role involves ensuring that a building’s design intent is fully conveyed by means of any and all appropriate documentation required. The design should fully consider the project brief, site, best architectural practices and local codes and authority to approve in accordance with the companies QA / QC procedures.

• Understand and properly implement the design principles of projects
• Ensure proper coordination between disciplines and sub-consultants
• Provide a complete set of documents in accordance with the project brief and in consideration of the local codes and approval authorities
• Initiate study and analyse design related issues with regards to spatial organization and efficient utilization of spaces and /or of the functional arrangement of interior units, utilities and appurtenances etc.
• Complete awareness of the project contracts, schedules, and deliverables
• Ensure and implement cost awareness during the design process
• Ensure that all drawings, documents and specifications are done in accordance with the companies QA/QC procedure
• Ensure proper compilation, filing and archiving of documents for each stage submissions as per the standard company procedure
• Ensure constant awareness of current construction and design trends through continue professional development (CPD)

• Engage in project research and assist the project leader in compiling a preliminary project report
• Research local codes relevant to project when required
• Study and prepare detailed sketches or layouts of intricate or fundamental portions that illustrate aspects of the architectural plans that are proposed or already adopted
• Assist in investigating the client brief in terms of options, alternatives and possibilities
• Play an active role in the preparation of presentation material
• Ensure all reports, drawings and specifications are done in line with company standards

• Provide a complete set of documents as required in the design stage
• Coordinate with engineers in relation to the proper execution of designs in accordance to MEP and structural requirements when required
• Coordinate and submit drawings and documents required for the approval of local authorities
• Study and analyse design related issues with regards to spatial organization and efficient utilization of spaces and/or of the functional arrangement of interior units, utilities and appurtenances etc.
• Thoroughly interrogate concept design for practicality, build-ability and workability
• Ensure that the design intent of the concept design is understood by all team members and so that it may both be followed and further enhanced during scheme design to create a harmonious and integrated design

• Prepare a complete a set of drawings and specifications in conformance to company standards
• Develop the design of exterior, facades, ornamental work and other areas with vital effect to the project
• Coordinate with MEP, structural engineers and other disciplines as required in the project
• Coordinate with sub-consultants (e.g. QS, Landscape Architects, BMU Consultants, Specialty Contractors) as required in the project
• Assure that all drawings and specifications conform to the local codes and authorities
• Follow the design progression of the building(s) to ensure that the design intent is followed and enhanced
• Coordinate with all disciplines and the project coordinator to assist in design changes that may arise during these stages

• Provide a complete set of documents as required in the tender documents package
• Address and provide response to tender queries
• Update the drawings as per the necessary revisions required

• Provide a complete set of documents as required for the contract stage assuring that all drawings and specifications are up to date and in conformance to company standards
• Check the documentation for design intent to ensure a full and clear design is passed on to the contractor

• Address and coordinate with post contract team for any un-resolved issues
• Conduct periodic site visits as required in the contract if applicable

• Degree educated – RIBA Parts 1, and/or 2 or equivalent
• Registered architect – ARB or…