Architectural Designer

About the role

10 Design, part of Egis Group, is an international architecture and master planning practice founded in 2010, with offices in Hong Kong, Shanghai, Edinburgh, Dubai, Miami, London, Shenzhen, Singapore and San Francisco. It works at scales from individual buildings to city planning, covering transport-oriented, mixed-use, retail, hospitality, residential, research, civic and cultural projects. The Architectural Designer assists in creating designs that fit the company's design philosophy and conveys the building's design intent through all required documentation, in line with the project brief, site, best practices, local codes and the company's QA/QC procedures. The role is office-based; occasional travel may be required.

Key responsibilities

• Concept stage: research the project, help compile a preliminary report, study local codes, prepare detailed sketches and layouts, investigate client brief options and prepare presentation material
• Schematic design: provide a complete set of documents, coordinate with engineers on MEP and structural requirements, coordinate with local authorities, check buildability and ensure the design intent is shared by the team
• Detail design: prepare drawings and specifications, develop exteriors, facades and ornamental work, coordinate with MEP, structural engineers and sub-consultants, and follow design changes
• Tender stage: supply documents for the tender package, answer queries and update drawings
• Contract stage: keep drawings and specifications up to date, check design intent is clear to the contractor and coordinate with the post-contract team
• Periodic site visits where applicable, and continuous professional development to stay aware of construction and design trends

Required profile

• Degree in Architecture, Urban Design or equivalent (Bachelor or Master)
• At least 4 years' experience
• Previous experience in residential, mixed-use and hospitality building design and construction is advantageous
• Office environment experience as part of a team is preferred
• Excellent command of written and spoken English
• Enthusiasm for design, proactive problem solving, ability to multi-task, work independently and under pressure, and attention to detail

Required skills

• Revit, AutoCAD, Photoshop and 3D Max
• SketchUp and InDesign
• Excellent design skills