Architectural Designers (5 positions) | Landmark Airport | Singapore

The opportunity:

A world-class architecture practice is growing its Singapore studio for a new landmark international airport, one of the most significant transport projects in the region. They’re hiring five designers across three levels, all joining one dedicated project team. This is a rare chance to work on a building of real civic importance with a studio known for its design quality and technical rigour.

Start dates are flexible, from November 2026 to early 2027.

The roles:

• Junior Architectural Designer (2 positions): 0–2 years’ experience, with strong design skills and confident 3D modelling.
• Architectural Designer (2 positions): 2–4 years’ experience, including concept and design development on larger projects.
• Intermediate Architectural Designer (1 position): 5+ years’ post-graduate experience, able to lead parts of the design and give technical direction to the team.

What you’ll be doing:

All designers:

• Develop the design through sketches, Rhino and Revit models, initial renderings and drawings, working with your project leader and the wider team.
• Use computational and parametric modelling (Rhino, Grasshopper) to test and refine design options.
• Prepare presentation material, including physical and digital models, visualisations and InDesign layouts.
• Run basic design calculations and apply core design principles of proportion, scale, light, colour and texture.
• Research building systems, materials and finishes, and help with site surveys where needed.
• Prepare and revise construction documents, following the project’s technical and drawing standards in all CAD and BIM work.
• Coordinate design information across the team and produce precise, carefully checked documentation.

Architectural Designer and Intermediate (in addition)

• Take ownership of defined parts of a large-scale international project.
• Work through every stage from concept and design development to construction documentation and construction administration.
• Develop architectural drawings that integrate structure, MEP, vertical transportation and façade/curtain wall detailing.
• Check that drawings meet local and international building codes, zoning and environmental regulations, safety and urban requirements.
• Coordinate directly with specialist consultants.

Intermediate (in addition)

• Work alongside the design principal and project manager to give technical direction to the design team.
• Plan, organise and coordinate assignments, and track delivery against the programme with the PM.
• Lead quality checks (QA/QC) on drawing production so every issue meets the firm’s global standards.

What you’ll bring:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture (Master’s or equivalent for the Intermediate role).
• Experience to match the level you’re applying for. For the Intermediate role, 5+ years’ post-graduate experience including a lead design or technical role on large, complex projects with multi-disciplinary teams.
• A portfolio showing strong design thinking and visual communication.
• Large-scale, public or transport project experience is an advantage.
• Knowledge of relevant international and local codes and regulations.
• Precise, carefully checked work, sound time management and the ability to stay organised under tight deadlines.
• Confidence working on your own and as part of a close project team.
• Clear written and spoken English, and strong planning and documentation skills.

Software:

• Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.
• Navisworks, SketchUp, Bluebeam and Newforma.
• Grasshopper, Enscape and D5 are a plus.

Good to know:

• Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents are preferred.
• Start dates are flexible, from November 2026 to early 2027.
• Salary depends on experience and will be discussed in confidence.