A career at SAA gives you the opportunity to be part of a team that makes a real difference to people's lives; creating places and spaces that form meaningful experiences in the way people connect with their communities.

From the moment of ideation to the exhilaration of creation, you will be amongst passionate and talented colleagues from around the globe, working together to make a mark in the evolution of our urban societies.

At SAA, we continually strive to enrich the greatest endeavour of all – human life – the quality of which all good designs are benchmarked against. And in this endeavour, we share with you the opportunity to give true meaning to the work that sustains it.

SAA. Building Dreams, Enriching Lives.

Your Responsibilities

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To assist the Architectural Qualified Person (QP)/ Superintending Officer's Representative (SO Rep) in carrying out supervision works on site, including any off-site manufacturing as instructed by the SO Rep, and assist on supervising & coordination with other Resident Technical Officers at site.
To check that contractor executes preliminaries items according to the contract documents and as required by prevalent Authorities regulations.
Review all relevant documentation, take appropriate measures, and carry out quality control and inspections of architectural works to ensure they meet the required standards set by the Architectural QP / SO Rep and specified in the contract documents.
To check and verify drawings, service routes and Contractor's setting out points. To report any discrepancies or deviations to the Architectural QP / SO Rep.
To supervise, keep and maintain site records including but not limited to progress of works, record of tests, all variation instructions from the Architectural QP / SO Rep, requests for inspections, site safety, site diary, construction sketch issuances, instructions given to Contractors, materials and equipment delivered to site, daily activities and weather conditions at site, DfS Guides (e.g. Guide 1 to 3) and any other significant information.
To attend site and technical coordination meetings as directed.
To provide standing supervision as and when required by Contractors and/or as directed by the Architectural QP / SO Rep, in compliance with the relevant Building Control Regulations.
To assist the Architectural QP / SO Rep to verify reports and claims submitted by Contractors.
Report on site safety, security and housekeeping matters.
To attend to Contractor's queries and monitor works of the Main Contractor, Sub-Contractors and direct Contractors/Suppliers at site.
To inspect and take over completed works, report on defects and prepare list of defective works.
To cover the duties of other RTOs in their absence.
To undertake any other duties related to the project as and when instructed by the Architectural QP / SO Rep.

Pre-requisites And Preferred Qualifications

Diploma in Architecture or Diploma in Civil & Structural Engineering from local Polytechnic or other tertiary institutions of equivalent standing.
A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience as a Resident Technical Officer.
Registration with IES/ACES Singapore with a Resident Technical Officer's certificate for the past 5 years would be preferred.
Good working knowledge of Architectural and Interior Design finishing works and compliance to local Building Regulations.
Strong expertise and ability to interpret the drawings and contract documents on works to be carried out.
Good analytical abilities with strong verbal and written communication skills.
A good team player
Past work experience in Healthcare / Residential / Institutional projects is preferred.

Real Impact, Made Together

SAA is a member of the Surbana Jurong (SJ) Group, a diverse and collaborative collective of problem solvers for the built environment, continually reimagining ways to create a smart and sustainable future.

As one of SJ's 10 member companies, SAA is part of a global network of professionals in more than 120 offices in over 40 countries.

Submit Your Application

Please submit your application to our Career Portal at: https://surbanajurong.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/SAAArchitectsCareers

Resident Technical Officer (Architectural)