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Sentosa Development Corporation

Senior Design Manager/ Assistant Director, Architecture & Design

Sentosa Development Corporation

Permanent

Closing on 30 Sep 2025

What the role is

To plan and drive developments through integrated planning approach and take on design management role for relevant projects so as to achieve One Sentosa Experience.

What you will be working on

Master Plan/ Precinct Plan/ General Developments: To plan and drive precinct-level and single-building developments through integrated planning approach - involving in the various stages from design feasibility studies, assessing development cost benefits, obtaining budget approvals, determining project KPIs (eg. drive visitorship, improve guest satisfactions and achieve SDC’s sustainability goals etc.), considering guests profile and user experience, formulating project briefs, carrying out design processes, stakeholders’ engagements, presentations to management, ministries/ agencies and delegates etc., management of consultants and seeing the projects to full delivery. To develop Urban Design Guidelines (UDG) which shall include (not exhaustive) urban form, lighting, landscape and signage guidelines. To take on design management role for new/ ongoing projects i.e. manage the quality of architectural and general design outcomes. Planning and Development Control (Architectural services): To develop planning parameters and schematic drawings for internal stakeholders’ planning proposals and submissions. To engage internal stakeholders for their inputs and render architectural advice and services to them i.e. develop architectural tender documentation and drawings. To review prospects’/ island partners’ design development and construction drawings (where necessary) to ensure the compliance of planning parameters/UDG. To pre-consult agencies where required. Planning and Development Control (Regulatory): To liaise with relevant stakeholders on land-related planning matters eg. Master Plan Committee’s (MPC) approvals, land sales, proclamation, alienation, tenancies, leases and regularization work. Leadership Development To guide subordinate(s) in achieving their project KPIs and to develop to their fullest potential. Others To attend relevant seminars and courses; and conduct research (either in-house or through 3rd party consultant) to keep abreast on the latest related trends in precinct and architecture developments and the latest technologies in the built environment pertaining to IDD and BIM. These must be translated to executable initiatives to drive SDC development design in terms of quality, efficiency and/or cost.

What we are looking for

Appetite for learning. Strong design flair and a creative problem solver. Excellent presentation and communication skills. Have leadership qualities and is a good team player who can join the dots in the complex developmental processes in order to drive projects. Efficient time management. Registered Qualified Person under Singapore’s Board of Architects. Bachelor’s degree in Architecture with min 10 year experience. Master’s degree of above equivalent will be an advantage. Relevant degree in Urban Design or Planning can be considered. Software skills - Autocad, Sketchup with real time rendering, Photoshop, Powerpoint and Microsoft Office. Experience in AI Architectural rendering software, BIM, Revit will be an added advantage. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About Sentosa Development Corporation

Sentosa Development Corporation (SDC) was established on 1 September 1972 as a Statutory Board under the Ministry of Trade and Industry. Its charter since inception has been to oversee the development, management and promotion of the Sentosa Island as a resort destination for locals and tourists. Under the care of SDC, the island went through a makeover to become a premier getaway with multi-faceted appeal. From business conventions to beach parties, Sentosa caters to an extensive range of needs and interests. SDC has evolved and grown over the years. It currently oversees the following business and commercial units – Sentosa Leisure Management Pte Ltd, Sentosa Golf Club, Sentosa Cove Resort Management Pte Ltd and Mount Faber Leisure Group.

About your application process

This job is closing on 30 Sep 2025.

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within Sentosa Development Corporation or the wider Public Service.