Senior Resident Architect

Senior Resident Architect (Degree in Architecture, 20+ Years' Experience)

Responsibilities

· Lead and oversee site supervision, quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) for all architectural, interior design, façade, C&S and M&E works, ensuring compliance with contract documents, approved drawings, specifications and statutory requirements.

· Manage and coordinate the Resident Site Team, including work planning, supervision, inspections, site records, site diaries and documentation.

· Liaise with consultants, contractors, project managers, the Employer and relevant authorities to resolve design, technical and site coordination issues, RFIs, discrepancies and construction challenges.

· Review contract documents, shop drawings, material submissions, construction methodologies, remedial proposals, RAOVs, RFIs and contractor claims, ensuring timely responses and approvals.

· Monitor construction progress against the project programme and assist in mitigating delays while maintaining quality standards.

· Conduct site inspections, witness testing and commissioning, monitor defect rectification works and verify that completed works comply with approved drawings and specifications.

· Ensure accurate maintenance of project documentation, including inspection records, variation records, as-built drawings and Operation & Maintenance Manuals.

· Prepare project progress reports, support stage completion certification and coordinate project handover to the Employer.

· Coordinate authority inspections, ensure timely rectification of non-conformances and maintain compliance with all applicable Singapore codes, regulations and statutory requirements.

· Attend site meetings and provide technical guidance and coordination throughout the construction and handover phases.

Requirements

· Degree in Architecture.

· Minimum 20 years' relevant experience in site supervision and construction of large-scale building projects.

· Strong knowledge of architectural, interior design, façade, civil & structural and M&E coordination.

· Thorough understanding of construction contracts, specifications, shop drawings, quality assurance and quality control procedures.

· Familiarity with Singapore statutory requirements, including Building and Construction Authority (BCA) regulations, Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) Fire Code, Code on Accessibility in the Built Environment and other relevant authority requirements.

· Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary site teams and coordinate with consultants, contractors, authorities and project stakeholders.

· Strong knowledge of testing and commissioning, defect management, project documentation and project handover processes.

· Excellent communication, coordination, problem-solving and report writing skills.