Architecture Technical Manager

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Milou, an international architecture and design practice based in Singapore and Hanoi seeks an Architectural technical manager to work in close collaboration with the Directors of studio

Milou Vietnam and Singapore.

This role will include supporting both studio teams in the day-to-day technical management of projects, working closely with them on these and other tasks as follows, under the supervision of the studio Directors:

• Maintaining oversight of the studio’s projects, their development, deliverables and the allocation of human resources to ensure efficient use of time;
• Promptly addressing issues arising during the project lifecycle, providing solutions to keep the project on track;
• Guiding team members technical aspects, ensuring that design intent is properly executed at all stages of the design development and construction stages;
• Overseeing coordination between architects, engineers, contractors, and clients to facilitate effective communication and collaboration;
• Acting as a point of contact for clients when required, providing updates and gathering feedback throughout the project;
• Reviewing architectural plans and documents to ensure compliance with codes, standards, and client requirements;
• Conducting site visits to assess progress and ensure that work aligns with design intent.

• Ensuring contract administration in a timely and well-organized manner, accessible management;

• Liaising with legal services engaged as required, to ensure that client contracts are reasonable in their terms and conditions vis-à-vis studio
  
  Milou, in terms of payments and time lines;

• Overseeing project timelines, budgets, and resource allocations to ensure delivery on time and within budget;
• Liaising with client representatives as need be with regard to invoicing, and tracking the timely issuance of invoices and follow-up by the Office Administrator.

• Contribute to defining staff roles, training and equipment needs;
• Contribute to the preparation of company guidelines for staff, SOPs and Workflow.

• Contribute to the organization of project documentation, including drawings, specifications, and reports;
• Improve the existing documentation system in the studio.
• Maintain an updated inventory of equipment and foresee upcoming costs related to software and IT in general.

• Develop a template and ensure the submission of fortnightly reports to the Directors of studio
  
  Milou Vietnam and Singapore.

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or a related field.
• 15 years + experience in architectural technical management and coordination or a similar role.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Proficient English a must, international experience an advantage.