Job description
COMPANY: DP Architects Pte Ltd
JOB SUMMARY
The Senior Architect (Healthcare) leads the design and delivery of healthcare facilities, including hospitals, medical centres, specialist clinics and healthcare-related developments. The role is responsible for translating complex clinical requirements into functional, safe and compliant architectural solutions while ensuring design excellence, regulatory compliance and effective BIM-based project delivery.
The Senior Architect supports the Team Lead in managing multidisciplinary teams and delivering healthcare projects aligned with clinical workflows, patient safety and operational efficiency.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead conceptualisation and development of healthcare architectural concepts and schematic designs.
- Carry out feasibility studies, space planning and clinical workflow planning to support healthcare operations.
- Prepare and present design proposals to clients, healthcare operators and stakeholders.
- Develop detailed architectural designs, construction details and BIM models for healthcare facilities.
- Prepare tender documentation including drawings, schedules and material specifications suitable for healthcare environments.
- Ensure compliance with local codes, healthcare regulations and authority requirements, including MOH guidelines and infection control standards.
- Coordinate closely with clinicians, healthcare planners, engineers and specialist consultants to integrate medical planning requirements.
- Manage project and contract administration for healthcare projects, ensuring design intent is maintained throughout construction.
- Liaise with authorities, clients and consultant teams on submissions, approvals and technical matters.
- Oversee on-site works, conduct inspections and resolve healthcare-specific construction and compliance issues.
- Ensure high standards of design quality, functionality, safety and durability appropriate for healthcare use.
- Assist the Team Lead in overseeing, guiding and mentoring project teams to deliver healthcare projects based on project scope, timelines and operational requirements. JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Degree or Master’s Degree in Architecture.
- Registered Architect with the Board of Architects (BOA), Singapore.
- Minimum 10–15 years of relevant architectural experience, with proven healthcare project delivery experience.
- Strong knowledge of healthcare planning principles, clinical workflows and infection control requirements.
- Experience delivering BIM-based healthcare projects with high technical complexity.
- Proficient in architectural and design software including Revit, Rhino, Illustrator and Photoshop.
- Strong understanding of architectural detailing, working drawings and construction practices for healthcare facilities.
- Well-versed in local building codes, healthcare regulations and authority submission processes.
- Strong communication, coordination and leadership skills with experience engaging clinical and institutional stakeholders.