Architectural Coordinator

Responsibilities/Duties:

1) Project Management

• To develop a schedule program for the commencement and completion of all Architectural works to tie in with the master schedule.
• To coordinate, monitor and control Architectural sub-contractors’ progress and quality of works.
• To coordinate sub-contractors work so that there are no conflicts amongst sub-contractors.
• To delegate work to the general workers and assign them duties.
• To liaise with suppliers on the products needed for the projects and the delivery schedule.
• To carry out submission to consultant for materials, shop drawings and method statements approvals before commencement of work.
• To arrange for Architectural trade demonstrations for consultant’s approvals.
• To ensure timely delivery of materials and goods to site.
• To arrange for testing of Architectural materials.
• To liaise with consultant in solving technical and detailing issues of Architectural works.
• Attend project coordination meetings.
• To report to Project Manager the progress of Architectural works.
• Assist Quantity Surveyor to carry out verifications for various claims
• To verify sub-contractors claim for works done.
• Assist Quality Team to prepare Conquas 21 or Quality Mark
• Assist Project Manager in compilation of handing over documents including As-built drawings.
• To assist Project Manager in the coordination, monitoring and control of site safety & health.
• Liaison with consultant's team on site including RE / RTO for compliance to quality, inspection process and maintaining a good working relationship
• Oversee construction projects to ensure procedures, quality of works and materials of construction comply with specifications, contract, and quality.
• Oversee construction projects to ensure completion on schedule and endorsement of joint measurement sheets for contractor’s progress claims for stages of completed works.
• Coordinate and monitor construction works as per contract specifications and standards to ensure that procedures are followed and materials used conform to specifications and standards.
• Review deviations from specified construction procedures to ensure compliance with regulations governing construction.
• Inspect and review completed works for conformity to contract specifications and standards.
• Liaison with consultants, contractors and suppliers, etc to ensure successful implementation of the project.

2) Project Budget Control

• To execute control measures on material / plant & equipment / utilities usage
• Controls direct labour costs i.e. no. of direct workers and overtime etc.
• Meet targeted progress of works so as to achieve the intended cash flow.

3) Technical Understanding

• Understands the specifications, drawings, scope and sequence of works.
• Ability to propose alternative material or work method for Architectural works.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings for any discrepancies.

Job Specifications/Requirements:

• Degree/Diploma in Architecture, Building / Construction or related disciplines.
• Minimum 3 years working experience in construction industry.
• Experience in A&A works.
• Must be qualified and competent and possess the relevant skills, knowledge and the ability to supervise and coordinate the works at site.
• Knowledge in construction and contractual procedures, familiar with design specifications and construction drawings.
• Initiative, independent with a strong sense of commitment & urgency.
• Dynamic, good team player and ability to work well with people.
• Able to work under pressure with high initiative.