Senior Architect

About the Company
AWP Architects, originally established as Alfred Wong Partnership in 1957, is renowned for its innovative approach to "Modernity and Methodology" in architectural design. With a team led by internationally experienced directors and supported by seasoned senior partners, the firm with it's Headquarters based in Singapore has expanded its footprint across Southeast Asia, China and India.
About the Role
We are seeking a Senior Architect with at least 10 years of professional experience. The successful candidate will lead integrated projects from concept through documentation and construction, combining strong design ability with technical, coordination and team-management skills.
Key Responsibilities
Design and Project Leadership
Lead architectural projects from concept through completion.
Develop integrated concepts responding to the brief, site, operational needs, budget and programme.
Set the design direction, spatial character, material palette and technical approach.
Review layouts, elevations, sections, details, materials and presentation packages.
Maintain design quality and consistency across architecture, interiors, façade, landscape and engineering disciplines.
Technical Design and Documentation
Lead design development, tender and construction documentation, ensuring coordinated and buildable outputs.
Review architectural and interior details, including ceilings, flooring, joinery, finishes, lighting and fixed furniture.
Coordinate statutory, accessibility, fire-safety and technical requirements and ensure code compliance.
Review shop drawings, samples, mock-ups, technical submissions and substitutions.
Resolve design and technical issues during tender and construction.
Project, Team and Client Management
Plan deliverables, resources, responsibilities and deadlines; identify risks early.
Lead, mentor and supervise architects, interior designers and junior team members.
Allocate work and review the quality and progress of team outputs before submission.
Act as a senior client contact and lead presentations, workshops and coordination meetings.
Translate client requirements into practical and commercially appropriate design solutions.
Coordinate clients, consultants, contractors, suppliers and other stakeholders.
Tender and Construction Support
Respond to tender queries and assist with tender evaluation.
Attend site meetings and inspections, review works against the approved design intent and resolve site issues.
Review samples, mock-ups and completed works; assist with defects and project close-out.
Qualifications
Degree in Architecture or a related discipline.
Minimum 10 years of professional experience, with demonstrated capability in architecture.
Proven experience leading projects through concept, design development, documentation, tender and construction.
Strong portfolio demonstrating design quality, technical competence and completed projects.
Experience in medium- to large-scale residential, hospitality, commercial or mixed-use projects is preferred.
Experience managing design teams and multidisciplinary consultants.
Good knowledge of relevant building codes, authority requirements and construction practices.
Professional registration or recognised industry accreditation is an advantage.
Required Technical Skills
Strong proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp and Adobe Creative Suite.
Competence in three-dimensional modelling, rendering, presentation and Building Information Modelling workflows.
Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, finishes, detailing and interior fit-out.
Ability to prepare and review architectural drawings, specifications and schedules.
Familiarity with artificial intelligence-assisted design and visualisation tools is an advantage.
Key Competencies
Strong architectural design sensibility.
Ability to balance design quality, technical requirements, budget and programme.
Strong leadership, mentoring, communication, presentation and client-management skills.
Sound judgement, attention to detail and effective problem-solving ability.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently.
Collaborative and effective in multidisciplinary and multicultural team.
Reporting Line
Reports to the Project Director, Associate Director and leads the assigned project team.
Equal Opportunity Statement
AWP is an equal opportunities employer and discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated within the firm.
Eligibility
We regret to inform that only candidates with the right to work in Vietnam will be considered at this juncture
Application Requirements
Updated Curriculum Vitae
Portfolio of relevant architecture and interior works, identifying the applicant's role in each project