Project Manager

Company Description

Hachem Architecture is an award-winning, multidisciplinary design studio headquartered in Melbourne with a growing international footprint and an office in Singapore. Renowned for its innovative and unconventional approach, Hachem specializes in delivering high-end commercial, hospitality, and residential projects across Australia, Asia, and the Middle East. The studio blends visionary thinking with meticulous attention to detail to provide integrated architecture, interior design, and branding solutions. Guided by a philosophy of story-driven design, Hachem creates spaces that are both meaningful and reflective of their unique context. From 5-star luxury hotels to bespoke boutique spaces, Hachem brings purposeful, customized designs to every project.

Key competencies

An ability to translate the interior design requirements of the project, under the control of the Principal Director, to the building structure and space available.

Manage project teams in programming client needs, conceptual design, design development, construction documentation and construction administration.

An ability to manage and negotiate with the design team, matters of critical or technical importance which may influence the creative direction.

Ability to work through technical design issues with consultants to find cost effective solutions for our clients.

Excellent client management skills.

Strong leadership and excellent team management skills.

Project Management and mentoring of staff with ability to communicate effectively.

Assist Hachem Management team to implement and achieve strategic business goals

Ability to analyse and critically assess problems.

Qualifications and skills required:

Tertiary qualification of a Bachelor of Interior Design, Architecture, or similar.

10+ years of professional experience within the same industry.

Experience in hotel and hospitality design is a must.

Proficiency in Revit is essential, at least 4 years on job experience

Skilled in CAD, InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator.

Specification software knowledge, ideally Specsources

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Motivated, enthusiastic and willingness to learn

Imaginative and creative thinking skills

Responsibilities

Work with the Principal to obtain a client brief in order to determine the type, style and size of the building or the space within the building that is to be designed, built and/or refurbished.

Organization of the planning process in terms of designs, materials, building times and costs estimates.

Experience in Project management and leadership and be proficient in dealing with outside contractors

Communicate and provide experienced knowledge working with hotel operators

To have capabilities in commercial projects including interior design and detailed construction documentation.

Manage the preparation of preliminary drawings and other documentation including sketches and scale drawings.

Manage the preparation of architectural drawings and specifications for submission to town planning authorities.

Manage the preparation of working drawings and specifications for use by builders.

Manage the preparation of proposals, tender documents and call tenders on behalf of clients.

Consult and manage engineers, designers, and other experts to achieve project objectives.

Carry out site visits and oversee construction works to ensure compliance with specifications.

Guide and manage deliverables in all phases with the Director and Associates

Assign and manage realistic project deadlines for the Interiors team to ensure client deadlines are met.

Manage the budgets and timelines of projects under your responsibility.

What We Offer

Opportunity to work on diverse and high-profile projects

Collaborative and creative work environment

Career growth and leadership opportunities

Competitive salary package

How to Apply

If you are passionate about design and confident in leading projects and working directly with clients, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and portfolio to  singapore.careers@hachem.com.au