Project Architect

Job Summary

The Project Architect leads the architectural design activities of projects of medium and high complexity in the design center. The jobholder ensures an effective and aesthetic architectural design for projects, which accommodates the requirements of the client, local authorities, architectural standards and codes of practice and the requirements of other disciplines. The Project Architect is expected to act as a team leader on one or more projects to complete design cycle, including schematic design, detailed design and preparation of tender documents. She/He shall stay abreast of the latest trends and developments in the architectural design field and represent the firm and share his expertise and knowledge with other team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead discussions with clients to determine criteria guiding design, including budgets, preferences, etc.


• Coordinate with the concept design teams for concept designs of high complexity, as needed


• Guide the refinement of selected design options into schematic and draft final designs, including all required drawings and reports


• Coordinate with other design specializations (e.g. Structural, Mechanical, Water & Environment) to coordinate design requirements across disciplines for projects of high complexity across all design stages (schematic, detailed), as needed


• Closely work with stakeholders for design value engineering for projects of high complexity, as needed


• Closely work with Project Managers for the review and validation of design deliverables for projects of medium to high complexity with clients and authorities, capturing feedback and obtaining approvals, as needed


• Closely work with the Quantity Surveying Department for the development of tender documents, including specifications, Bills of Quantities, and Conditions of Contract, and provide support during the tender process, as needed


• Closely work with project teams for reviewing design deliverables of design projects of medium complexity, including conducting detailed reviews and checks and the issuing of checking reports, as needed


• Support Project Managers in developing, reviewing, and updating work programs and man-hour estimates and in managing changes in project scope, schedule, or budgets, as needed


• Support Project Managers in managing project budgets, resource allocation, and project schedules, as needed


• Support Project Managers in managing project contractual risks, as needed


• Support Project Managers in managing external suppliers and subcontracts and in ensuring the adherence of their deliverables with the project scope, schedule, and budget

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience Required to Execute this Role

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture


• A Master’s Degree in Architecture or a related field is preferred


• 12+ years of industry experience in an architectural design function


• Strong experience and track record in developing architectural designs for large and complex projects


• In-depth knowledge and proven track record in the architectural design field


• Understanding of international engineering standards and codes


• Exposure to global best practices and trends in the architectural design


• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills


• Proven leadership, problem-solving, and strong attention to details

Software Knowledge Required to Execute this Role

• Revit Architecture


• BIM 360


• AutoCAD


• MS Office