Architectural Manager

Roles & Responsibilities About the role McConnell Dowell is looking to hire an Architectural Manager for one of our major civil infrastructure projects in Singapore. Key Responsibilities Lead the architectural function on the project, managing a team of coordinators and interfacing closely with Architects, Structural and M&E Engineers, consultants, and subcontractors. Drive architectural design coordination to fulfil all contract requirements, chairing IDMs/coordination meetings and resolving technical and construction issues promptly to keep works on program. Plan, monitor, and report on the architectural program; manage design submissions, shop drawings, material selection/approvals, and mock‑ups through to final acceptance. Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and statutory requirements; embed risk‑reduction controls for all design activities. Oversee cost/time impacts related to architectural changes, supporting value engineering and constructability reviews in collaboration with project leadership. Uphold and enforce the McConnell Dowell Integrated Management System and Project Execution Plan across architectural deliverables. Perform any other duties as may be required by the Company. About You To be considered for this role, you will have; A degree in Architecture or a related engineering discipline, with 8–12+ years of architectural coordination/management experience, ideally on major civil infrastructure or transport projects. Proven leadership in multi‑disciplinary coordination (Architecture, Structural, M&E) and stakeholder management with consultants and subcontractors. Strong problem‑solving skills with a track record of resolving site and design issues to maintain progress and quality. Familiarity with local codes/standards and rigorous design/document control practices. Willingness to work an alternate 6‑day work week. If you are interested in adding value and contributing success to building a key infrastructure project, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity with McConnell Dowell. About Us McConnell Dowell – Creative Construction Our purpose is Providing a Better Life. We do that through delivering projects that connect, support and sustain communities, and through providing career opportunities that challenge, reward and grow our people. From remote major resources and energy projects to city-shaping transport and water infrastructure, we have constructed thousands of high-quality, complex projects for our customers and communities over more than 60 years, in Australia, New Zealand, the Pacific Islands and Southeast Asia. Why join us? The work you’ll do will have a tangible positive impact on people’s lives, including yours. The diversity of our projects, roles and locations means greater development opportunities. We invest in our people to set and reach personal and professional goals and we have some of the best mentoring minds in the business to help you do that. Because when you grow, we all grow. McConnell Dowell actively seeks and celebrates diversity, inclusion, and individuality. In a culture low on ego and high on support, we encourage everyone to make an impact. We're big enough to take on community-shaping projects, but agile enough for you to have an influence on how we do things. So, join us, be you, and help us create better together. Apply now This role is being sourced through McConnell Dowell directly and not accepting applications via external recruitment agencies. Tell employers what skills you have MentoringRevitConstructabilityWaterConstructionBIMArchitectArchitecturalValue EngineeringArchitectsAutomation ToolsArchitectural DesignTest AutomationBusiness AnalystStakeholder ManagementSketchUp