Our client is a real estate and property development company in Cambodia. Currently, they are seeking an Architecture and planning Director who will be in charge of managing and planning of architectural works, coordinates site inspections and monitors progress on-site. He/she will be based in Phnom Penh.

• Consolidate architectural design brief including, but not limited to, program, function, UX and budget
• Plans and Manages project design for various development types, leads conceptualization process
• Engages actively and timely during stages of preliminary design & design development
• Works closely with the department heads to create solid market-driven project concepts that integrate budget requirements, quality, post-completion planning and marketability
• Assign relevant architectural design works and resolve any coordination or communication problems
• Ensures entire design process and delivery are in line with expected business outcomes in terms of target, cost, quality and time, endorses and approves construction drawings
• Updates the company pertaining to changes of relevant laws, regulations or restrictions
• Collaborates closely with Head of Construction pertaining to drawings, material samples
• Leads design meetings with design firms and design team, manages relationships with external consultants and coordinates with all disciplines involved in the projects (such, as structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, interior design or landscaping), control accuracy of design deliveries and challenges third parties’ ideas constructively
• Coordinates site inspections and authority clearances, monitors progress of on-site; Report negligence of external parties, protect interests and integrity of the company

• Chairman and CEO

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Architecture or related area, Master Planning is a plus
• Minimum 8 years of relevant architectural experience
• Solid knowledge of market conditions, local practices, design and construction pitfalls
• Experience in master plan planning and development
• Good competency in management and working with team
• Knowledge of design software’s including, but limited to AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop
• Conversant with limited codes & regulations, aware of related risks and how to mitigate
• Fluent in English and Khmer
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to lead and delivery
• Able to liaise with relevant authorities for the required approvals and permits/ licenses