Senior Project Architect

About the Company

Total Environment was set up in 1996, with the objective of creating a significant impact to mass housing by crafting and building homes that people actually want to live in. Throughout its 30 year journey, Total Environment has embraced a design-driven philosophy that extends beyond traditional real estate. This philosophy is applied to a wide range of areas, including furniture design, music, hospitality, and a brewery. The goal is to infuse creativity and innovation into all aspects of life, inspiring individuals to create a positive impact.

Total Environment has a notable track record in the real estate sector, having designed and delivered more than 4.5 million square feet of residential and commercial spaces. The company takes pride in its workforce, which consists of over 1000 dedicated employees who share a commitment to design excellence and fine craftsmanship in all their endeavours. This commitment to quality and design has been a hallmark of Total Environment's success over the years. Today, Total Environment is a diversified conglomerate with interests in design, construction, real estate, handcrafted furniture, craft beer, hospitality, and music.

About the Role

Project Architect for commercial projects will be responsible for design delivery of multiple projects of following types that will predominantly include Mixed-Use (Commercial + Residential), Retail and Office Buildings.

Responsibilities

Project Design Brief

• Clearly outline the project's scope, objectives, constraints (e.g Site analysis, code constraints etc.), program requirements, case studies and deliverables.
• Assess the feasibility of the project, considering factors like site conditions, zoning regulations, and budget constraints.

Schematic Design

• Develop initial design concepts and present them to the client for approval.
• Create sketches, diagrams, and renderings to communicate the overall design vision.

Pre-Construction Set

• Refine the approved schematic design.
• Develop more detailed design documents (drawings and specifications).
• Develop detailed plans, elevations, sections, and details.
• Coordinate with relevant consultants (civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, etc.).
• Prepare detailed Bill of Quantities with assistance from Estimation Team, based on standardized company Work Breakdown Structure.
• Review/Present Pre-Construction Set with client/stakeholders.
• Review/Implement Value Engineering inputs.

Good for Construction Document (GFCs)

• Produce comprehensive Good for construction drawings and specifications on time and aligned with approved cost estimates.
• Ensure all necessary details are included for construction and regulatory compliance.

Statutory Approvals

• Assist legal and liasioning team by participating in technical discussions and producing design documents for submission to local authorities, to obtain necessary permits.
• Ensure that the design complies with applicable building codes and regulations.

Construction Phase

• Periodically visit construction site to ensure the project is built according to approved design and specifications.
• Respond to RFIs (Requests for Information), Issue Site Instructions and review/approve change orders as necessary.
• Conduct site visits to ensure construction finish quality for compliance with design documents.

As-Built Documentation

• Compile as-built drawings and documentation incorporating changes made during construction.

Project Closeout

• Ensure that all project requirements are met.
• Review and approve final project documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Architecture, with 8 to 12 Years of experience with large scale commercial projects.

Required Skills

• Strong technical knowledge of Architectural Design Standards & Details.
• Hands-on experience with design delivery in BIM.
• Experience in working with Authorities to resolve code compliance requirements.
• Team Player who encourages collaboration in the team.
• Good communication & influencing skills.