A career at SAA gives you the opportunity to be part of a team that makes a real difference to people's lives; creating places and spaces that form meaningful experiences in the way people connect with their communities. From the moment of ideation to the exhilaration of creation, you will be amongst passionate and talented colleagues from around the globe, working together to make a mark in the evolution of our urban societies. At SAA, we continually strive to enrich the greatest endeavour of all – human life – the quality of which all good designs are benchmarked against. And in this endeavour, we share with you the opportunity to give true meaning to the work that sustains it. SAA. Building Dreams, Enriching Lives.
Play a critical role in the built environment by uplifting lives, creating regenerative environments and advancing industries
Work in a truly flexible setting with an incredibly supportive team
Environment where collaboration and innovation are encouraged
Create futures worth inheriting with SAA Architects and the SJ Group
About SAA Architects
SAA is a leading full-service architecture practice headquartered in Singapore. We are committed to excellence in the design and delivery of people-oriented architecture.
Guided by our core values of being Urbanistic, Humanistic, and Optimistic, our practice delivers projects that connect and engage seamlessly with the built environment; creating meaningful relationships by placing people and communities at the centre of our design.
The Role
Responsibilities
Oversee all aspects of the project, including design, technical compliance, contracts, and execution
Ensure projects align with cost and resource plans, as well as quality and regulatory standards
Lead, manage, and review pre-design work, feasibility studies, site analyses, and zoning analyses
Design and design development:



Collaborate closely with the Design Director and team to develop conceptual and detailed architectural designs, material specifications, and ensure alignment with client's briefs, budgets, and timelines
Project Documentation: Drive design development, including architectural layouts, detailing, material specifications, and the preparation of contract documentation for project tenders
Team Supervision and Development: Guide, supervise, and coordinate the project team to ensure timely delivery and alignment with project objectives
Stakeholder Liaison: Lead coordination and communication with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal team members. Chair and attend necessary meetings to maintain project alignment and to resolve issues
Regulatory Compliance and Quality Assurance: Ensure project compliance with relevant codes, standards, and regulatory requirements. Oversee the preparation and submission of required documentation for approvals. Direct Technical Officers in regulatory compliance matters Implement and monitor practice and processes to ensure quality delivery
Project Administration: Prepare fee proposals and contracts, and manage project payment
Project Coordination: Coordinate technical aspects of the project with consultants and oversee the preparation and review of construction documents and drawings. Conduct site inspections and ensure documentation aligns with project specifications
Additional Responsibilities: Take on additional management support tasks as necessary, drive collaboration between project teams,



and perform other project-related duties to support continuous improvement and project success
About You
At least 8 to 12 years of relevant experience
Demonstrated experience in rail and metro projects
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, or a Graduate Diploma from an accredited institution
Experience with healthcare projects, including hospitals, nursing homes, or other medical facilities, is preferred
Shows a deep understanding of local building codes, planning parameters and, standards, especially for healthcare projects
Capable of leading project teams and resolving issues quickly and effectively throughout project development
Exhibits strong analytical capabilities coupled with effective management skills
A cooperative and strategic thinker, focused on achieving optimal project outcomes
Possesses excellent verbal and written communication abilities
Demonstrates the ability to manage time efficiently to meet challenging deadlines and client requirements
Creative with a keen sense of aesthetic judgment
Well versed in AutoCAD, Revit and other 2D or 3D drawings, software, also Adobe suite, and Microsoft Office
SAA Architects is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and gender‐equitable workforce and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds across engineering and technical disciplines. We provide a supportive and flexible working environment that recognises individual contribution, supports career progression, and enables our people to balance work and life at all stages of their career.
As a family‐friendly employer, we offer flexible working arrangements and benefits including
18 weeks of universal paid parental leave
. We are proud to foster an inclusive culture that supports gender equity, LGBTI+ inclusion and First Nations representation, with access to strong professional networks, role models, and mentoring and sponsorship programs
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📌 Associate Architect - Rail & Metro (Sydney)
🏢 SAA Architects Pte
📍 Sydney