Architectural Assistant/Senior Architectural Assistant

About the Role

This opportunity places you in a design-led practice where your work contributes to spaces that shape everyday life and strengthen community connections. You will collaborate with a global team of passionate professionals and take part in projects from early concept through to completed design, helping transform ideas into built environments that matter.

The organisation emphasizes design excellence, technical rigour, and the goal of creating meaningful places that improve the quality of human life. It is also part of a larger built-environment group with an international presence across many offices and countries.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out tasks assigned by the Project Director, Associate, or Architect in line with project goals, while maintaining quality and professional standards.
• Provide support on design matters, technical issues, and the interpretation and application of building regulations and codes.
• Handle feasibility studies and contribute throughout the design development stages.
• Review and interpret information gathered from site analysis.
• Prepare and support documentation for conceptual and detailed design phases.
• Coordinate with consultants on design, technical interface, and regulatory matters.
• Assist with tender documentation and contract administration using standard forms of contract.
• Compile information needed for approvals in accordance with regulatory and legislative requirements.
• Support procurement-related activities.
• Attend site and consultant meetings focused on design, coordination, and compliance matters.
• Work collaboratively with team members on shared project tasks.
• Create models in Revit or CAD, or prepare hand-drafted sketch drawings when required.
• Use digital platforms and computational data to support pre-design and design work.

Requirements

• A degree in Architectural Studies, BA (AS), BSc, or BArch.
• Strong working knowledge of design tools and software such as AutoCAD, Rhino, SketchUp, Revit, Adobe Creative Cloud, and Microsoft Office.
• Good understanding of planning requirements, building codes, and related regulations.
• Highly organised, careful with details, and comfortable working through data and technical information.
• Self-driven, methodical, and able to work independently while managing time effectively under tight deadlines and client expectations.
• A collaborative attitude and willingness to work closely with different stakeholders and team members.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Applicants with relevant experience may be considered for the Senior Architectural Assistant position.

Additional Information

This is a full-time, onsite role based in Singapore. Candidates are expected to submit a current CV or resume, and architects should also include a portfolio with their application.

Company Context

The employer is part of the Surbana Jurong Group, a multidisciplinary collective focused on the built environment and active across a broad international network. The wider group operates through more than 120 offices in over 40 countries.

Application Notes

Applicants are asked to provide their latest CV or resume. A portfolio is required for architects. Submission should be completed through the application process provided by the employer.

Brand Statement

The organisation presents itself as a team committed to building impactful places and enriching lives through thoughtful design.