Resident Architecture

About the role

Our people are ambitious and humble, believing in what they do and convinced that our purpose is shaping a world of trust. Being part of the BV family is more than just working; it’s about leaving your mark in shaping a world of trust.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate the quality assurance and quality control activities, including enforcement and inspections of architectural, structural and mechanical/electrical works.
• Liaise, coordinate and cooperate with other consultants to resolve on‑site design and technical/coordination issues in a timely manner.
• Seek clarification from the SO/SOR/SORA on any apparent discrepancies between site and contract drawings, specifications, approved shop drawings, CSD and room book before giving directions to the contractor.
• Attend and provide timely, quality advice to other site staff/RTOs in resolving problems.
• Attend relevant on‑site and off‑site work inspections.
• Attend and report on mock‑up/prototype reviews.
• Liaise with the contractor on all issues related to compliance with site safety and health requirements.
• Respond to contractor queries and requests for works inspection promptly.
• Organise daily routine checks, monitoring, inspection and review of works for compliance with design intent, plans, specifications and quality standards.
• Monitor, assess and record daily works progress.
• Monitor and report on the contractor’s enforcement of safety practices.
• Sign certification of supervision form for façade works.
• Attend meetings and working sessions as required by the Superintending Officer (SO) and representatives.
• Gather and compile information to assist other consultants in reviewing contractor’s claims.
• Report regularly on overall project status and assist with preparation of stage completion certificates, progress reports, design coordination, buildability and quality issues.
• Review contractor’s works methodology, remedial details and material submissions.
• Ensure site diaries and inspection records are kept, consolidated and filed weekly.
• Conduct regular toolbox meetings with assigned site staff/RTOs.
• Manage stamping, recording, distribution and archival of all correspondence, technical submittals, specifications, reports and forms.
• Oversee office administration, inventory‑keeping, supplies requisition and equipment cleanliness.