Senior Architect (Healthcare)

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.