Architectural Project Director

About the role

Anderco Pte Ltd, a Singapore-based construction and engineering firm with over 30 years of experience, is hiring a full-time Architectural Project Director. The role is split between the office and project sites and reports to the Directors. You will lead the Architectural & Facade Works business and own end-to-end delivery of projects, from tender and design development through fabrication, installation and handover. Typical packages include cladding, curtain walls, glazing, louvres, canopies, sunshades and architectural metal works.

Key responsibilities

• Set the business unit's direction, annual targets and budget with the Directors, own the P&L and grow the order book through relationships with main contractors, developers, architects and facade consultants
• Lead tender strategy, review estimates and bids, and take part in tender interviews and negotiations
• Oversee multiple projects from award and mobilisation through installation, testing, handover and defects liability, managing contract administration, variations, progress claims, EOT claims and final accounts
• Lead design development, shop drawings and coordination with architects and facade consultants, and oversee value engineering and material selection
• Ensure facade systems are submitted, tested and certified, such as performance mock-ups, PE endorsement and authority submissions
• Work with the in-house fabrication and steel teams to integrate architectural metal works with structural packages
• Champion safety and compliance with WSH regulations, maintain quality systems and support decarbonisation goals
• Build and lead a team of project managers, engineers, designers, coordinators and supervisors, and appoint and manage subcontractors and suppliers

Required profile

• Degree in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Civil or Structural Engineering or a related discipline
• At least 10 years in architectural, facade or building works, including at least 5 years leading projects or teams
• Proven track record delivering architectural and facade packages on commercial, industrial or public projects in Singapore; MRT or LTA project experience is a strong advantage
• Hands-on experience in tendering, estimating and contract administration

Required skills

• Strong technical knowledge of facade systems, materials, performance testing and installation methods
• Knowledge of Singapore building codes, BCA, SCDF and URA requirements, WSH regulations and industry standards
• Project management: planning, scheduling, cost control, risk management and stakeholder communication
• Leadership of multidisciplinary teams, negotiation and problem-solving
• Proficiency with CAD, BIM platforms and scheduling tools is highly beneficial

What we offer

• A senior leadership role with a direct line to the Directors
• A broad project portfolio supported by in-house fabrication, design and building capabilities
• Competitive remuneration with performance-based incentives