Senior Architect

• Work with a multidisciplinary team, make a difference in seamless project delivery
• Be part of a significant role to ensure financial success of the ongoing construction project
• ‘Real Impact, made together’ - play a critical role in the built environment by uplifting lives, creating regenerative environments and advancing industries

Create futures worth inheriting with SJ Group

At SJ, we’re building identity into infrastructure, character into skylines and peace of mind into everyday life.

A global urban and infrastructure consultancy firm with over 75 years of project delivery success, SJ and its member companies continue a collective legacy that delivers global expertise with local precision.

Become part of our 16,000 client-centric specialists in more than 120 offices in over 40 countries who shape spaces across the world to meet the needs of today and the aspirations of generations to come.

About the role

We are currently looking for a Senior Architect for an ongoing Railway Infrastructure project.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the architectural design of railway stations, including the layout of platforms, waiting areas, ticketing counters, passenger amenities, and associated facilities.
• Ensure that station designs meet functional requirements, optimize passenger movement and circulation, and provide a comfortable, efficient, and aesthetically pleasing environment.
• Consider the surrounding urban and natural environment in the design of railway infrastructure to ensure compatibility with local context and development objectives.
• Develop architectural solutions that harmonize with the landscape, complement existing developments, and contribute positively to the character of the area.
• Prioritize accessibility in station design by incorporating accessible pathways, ramps, elevators, tactile guidance systems, and signage in compliance with relevant accessibility standards.
• Integrate safety and security features into station designs to protect passengers, staff, and assets, including secure access points, surveillance systems, emergency provisions, and clear sightlines for security personnel.
• Lead the architectural development of building facades, interior finishes, public spaces, landscaping elements, and passenger facilities to achieve a high-quality user experience.
• Incorporate sustainable design principles into railway infrastructure projects, including energy efficiency, environmentally responsible material selection, water conservation, and minimization of environmental impacts.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, planners, transport specialists, and other project professionals to ensure that architectural designs align with technical requirements, operational needs, and project objectives.
• Review and coordinate multidisciplinary design inputs to ensure consistency, functionality, and constructability of the proposed solutions.
• Ensure that all architectural designs comply with applicable building codes, regulations, standards, and railway infrastructure requirements.
• Prepare and review design reports, drawings, specifications, and other technical documents related to architectural works.
• Support stakeholder consultations and provide architectural input during planning, design development, and project implementation stages.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Team Leader and Deputy Team Leader in connection with the project.
• Carry out other tasks assigned by The Client.

About You:

• He/She should have graduation in Architecture
• Minimum 15 years of total professional experience in architectural planning, design, and implementation of infrastructure or building projects.
• Preferably 10 years of experience in the transportation sector, including railway, metro, airport, bus terminal, or other transport-related infrastructure projects.
• At least 8 years of experience in similar feasibility study and design consultancy assignments.
• Preferably 5 years of experience as an Architect or in a similar position on comparable consultancy projects.
• Demonstrated experience in the architectural design of at least five (5) large service buildings, including planning, design development, and preparation of construction documentation.
• Experience in designing passenger-oriented facilities, public buildings, transportation terminals, railway stations, or other complex infrastructure projects will be an advantage.
• Proficiency in architectural design software and Building Information Modeling (BIM) tools, including AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, or equivalent applications.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, planners, landscape architects, and other specialists.
• Working experience in SAARC and/or ASEAN countries will be considered an advantage.

We value equity, diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating a work environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging and is empowered to do their best. We recognise the importance of a diverse and inclusive workplace to drive innovation and shared learning across our growing global network.

Join us and be part of a culture where we rise together, deliver excellence, and expand what’s possible. ‘Real impact, made together’ is at the core of everything we do, embracing diverse perspectives to drive meaningful impact and build a shared legacy.

How to apply

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To find out more about SJ Group, please visit our website at www.sjgroup.com

Note to Agencies

All recruitment activities are coordinated through our Global Talent Acquisition team. At this time, this role does not require agency support. Please refrain from forwarding résumés directly to employees or hiring managers, as unsolicited submissions will not be accepted and no fees will be payable.

Job Description

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