i21 BUILDERS PTE LTD

Senior Architectural Designer / Technical Lead

Location: Singapore
Employment: Full-Time, Permanent
Industry: Architecture, Interior Design & Construction
Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications

About the Role

i21 Builders is seeking an experienced Senior Architectural Designer / Technical Lead to oversee architectural design development, technical documentation, regulatory coordination and construction support across residential and commercial projects.

The successful candidate will be involved throughout the project lifecycle, from initial design and authority submissions to construction completion, statutory clearances and final handover.

Key Responsibilities

1. Architectural Design & Technical Documentation

• Lead architectural and interior design development for landed residential, reconstruction, additions and alterations (A&A), condominium and commercial projects.

• Prepare architectural plans, elevations, sections, construction drawings, technical details and specifications.

• Develop design concepts into coordinated, practical and buildable construction solutions.

• Produce and review architectural documentation for tender, construction and as-built records.

2. Structural & Construction Coordination

• Work on projects involving reinforced concrete, structural steel, foundations, roofing systems and other structural components.

• Coordinate architectural designs with structural engineers, M&E consultants and specialist contractors.

• Review architectural and structural interfaces to identify discrepancies, clashes and construction constraints.

• Develop construction details and coordinate technical solutions with the appointed Professional Engineers.

• Conduct site inspections and provide technical support to project managers and construction teams.

3. Government Submissions & Regulatory Compliance

• Coordinate with appointed Qualified Persons (QPs), Professional Engineers and relevant consultants on statutory submissions and approvals.

• Prepare and coordinate architectural drawings and supporting documentation for submissions to relevant Singapore authorities.

• Liaise with government agencies, including URA, BCA, SCDF, PUB and other relevant authorities, as required.

• Track submission requirements, authority comments, approvals and outstanding compliance matters.

• Ensure project documentation is coordinated with applicable building regulations and approved plans.

4. Project Completion, TOP / CSC & Handover

• Coordinate documentation and inspections required for Temporary Occupation Permit (TOP) and Certificate of Statutory Completion (CSC), where applicable.

• Work with QPs, consultants, contractors and government authorities to facilitate statutory clearances.

• Monitor outstanding authority requirements, defects and documentation necessary for project completion.

• Coordinate as-built drawings, relevant certificates, warranties and handover documentation.

• Support project teams through final inspections, statutory completion and successful handover to clients.

5. Project & Design Management

• Manage architectural design deliverables, drawing schedules and revisions.

• Coordinate with clients, consultants, suppliers, subcontractors and internal project teams.

• Resolve technical design issues arising during construction.

• Provide technical guidance to junior designers and drafters.

• Ensure design quality, construction practicality and timely project delivery.

Job Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Architecture or a related discipline.

• Minimum 10 years of relevant architectural design and construction experience.

• Strong experience in architectural design development, technical detailing and construction documentation.

• Experience coordinating projects involving structural components and construction works.

• Familiarity with Singapore building regulations, statutory submissions and approval processes.

• Experience with landed residential A&A, reconstruction and commercial projects is highly advantageous.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and relevant 3D modelling software SketchUp, LayOut or Revit experience is advantageous.

• Ability to coordinate architectural, structural and M&E drawings.

• Strong technical problem-solving, communication and project coordination skills.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects through design, construction and completion.

What We Offer

• Opportunities to work on diverse architectural, structural and interior construction projects.

• Involvement across the full design-and-build lifecycle.

• Direct collaboration with company management, consultants and construction teams.

• Opportunities for technical leadership and professional development.

Application

Interested candidates should submit their résumé, selected project portfolio, examples of construction documentation, expected salary and availability.