Architect​/Architectural Assistant Part

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An Architect / Architectural Assistant acts under supervision regarding architectural methods and complexities and is responsible for the development and design of complex architectural projects. In this position you may act a member of a team supporting the lead architect.

This position contributes to the finished packages, specifications, approval of materials/products and development of construction packages. The Architect / Architectural Designer must be able to apply sound and diverse knowledge of architecture principles and practices in a broad array of assignments.

• Liaise closely with the Project Lead in the design development of the scheme with regular interim meetings.
• Responsible for the preparation of new designs and adaptations to existing designs, drawings, specifications and schedules to suit design development and information release requirements.
• Independently evaluate, select and apply knowledge of design and construction techniques.
• Liaise with consultants and relevant statutory authorities to establish the conceptual framework.
• Assist the Project Lead in the coordination of the design team on a day-to-day basis and in maintaining good working relationships.
• Instruct, clarify and develop design studies with individual members of the team.
• Attend client meetings and presentations as necessary.
• Contribute to the layout of projects and integrate architectural and engineering elements into a unified design for client review and approval.
• Contribute to the preparation of scale drawings, and contract documents, for building contractors.
• Contribute to the administration of construction documents and provide periodic onsite observation of work during construction to monitor specification compliance.
• Contribute to finding technical solutions to problems and show understanding of good design principles.

• Manage time and effort ensuring the timely completion of assigned work.
• Understand office procedures and works within set SNHA design standards.

• BA/BSc/BArch (Essential).
• MArch (Essential).
• Registration with ARB and RIBA, and/or equivalent overseas professional body (Desirable).

• Relevant experience in the architectural/construction industry (Essential). Preferably, at least 4 years of experience (Desirable).
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently (Essential).
• Proven experience in RIBA Stages (Desirable).
• Previous experience with complex projects (like Data Centres, Healthcare, Aviation, Mixed-use or Multi-family residential) (Desirable).
• Technical skills/detailing experience (Desirable).
• Experience coordinating complex projects in a BIM environment (Desirable).

• Average verbal and written communication skills for both internal and external relationships (Essential).
• Strong organizational skills to successfully manage multiple, competing priorities (Essential).
• Able to read, analyse and interpret complex documents including technical journals (Desirable).

• Working knowledge:
  Office 365:
  Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, Outlook (Essential).
• Revit/BIM 360…