Job Description

Architectural Assistant PART II

1. Design & Documentation Support

Assist in preparing architectural design proposals, layout plans, and concept development.

Draft construction drawings, presentation boards, and 3D models using software such as AutoCAD, Revit, BIM, SketchUp, D5, VRAY and Adobe Suite.

Prepare submission drawings and documentation for authorities (e.g., MBPP, MBSP, BOMBA and other technical departments) and ensure compliance with local by-laws, UBBL, and other guidelines/bylawys

Coordinate with consultants (C&S, M&E, QS, ID, Landscape and others) and compile technical documents for submission and approval.

2. Project Management & Coordination

Support project architects in monitoring design progress, deadlines, and coordination across disciplines.

Attend site and coordination meetings, take minutes, and follow up on actions.

Ensure smooth communication with clients, consultants, and contractors.

Track project milestones, submission schedules, and manage project documentation and filing.

3. Site Supervision & Technical Review

Conduct regular site visits to ensure architectural work aligns with drawings and specifications.

Assist in resolving on-site technical and design issues promptly.

Monitor contractor performance and adherence to quality and safety standards.

Document site progress and assist in preparation of site reports.

Senior Draughter

1. Drafting, Design & Technical Excellence

Lead the preparation of

comprehensive architectural drawing packages

, including detailed plans, elevations, sections, details, shop drawings, and coordination layouts for high-rise, mixed-use, and complex developments.

Translate architectural concepts into

precise technical documentation

while maintaining design intent and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Review and

approve drawings prepared by junior draughtsmen and assistant architects

, ensuring adherence to company standards, UBBL, local authority guidelines, and project-specific specifications.

Implement

advanced drafting methods

to optimize accuracy, clarity, and consistency in drawing output.

Manage

integration of BIM (Building Information Modelling)

into the drafting process, including developing BIM protocols, coordinating BIM model exchanges, and training the team in Revit and related workflows.

2. System Improvement & Process Optimization

Evaluate and enhance the

company's drafting systems, standards, and libraries

(templates, title blocks, layer systems, symbols, detail libraries).

Introduce

automation and efficiency tools

(e.g., dynamic blocks, scripts, AI-assisted drafting) to reduce repetitive work and human error.

Standardize

file naming conventions, drawing numbering systems, and model management protocols

for both CAD and BIM projects.

Develop

BIM Execution Plans (BEP)

for projects adopting BIM workflows, ensuring consistent collaboration between architecture and other disciplines.

3. Leadership, Mentoring & Supervision

Provide

technical guidance and mentorship

to junior draughtspersons and assistant architects, conducting regular review sessions to improve their technical skills and efficiency.

Assign drafting tasks strategically based on manpower availability, skill level, and project priorities in consultation with associates and management.

Supervise the

overall drafting efficiency and quality

across the company and prepare periodic reports for management review.

Conduct

internal training workshops

on drafting best practices, BIM implementation, and authority submission requirements.

4. Project Coordination & Quality Control

Collaborate closely with project architects, engineers (C&S, M&E), and consultants to ensure

accurate cross-discipline integration

within drawings.

Oversee the

preparation of authority submission drawings

(e.g., MBPP, MBSP, BOMBA) and follow up on compliance feedback until approvals are obtained.

Establish and enforce

internal QA/QC checklists

for drawing reviews before submission to reduce revisions and delays.

Coordinate drawing delivery schedules, ensuring all project milestones are met with zero compromise on accuracy.

5. Speed, Accuracy & Multitasking at a Senior Level

Manage

multiple large-scale project drafting packages

concurrently while ensuring consistency in output quality.

Anticipate and prepare for

site-related urgent changes

by maintaining a flexible yet organized approach to drafting priorities.

Apply

advanced layering, referencing, and model management techniques

to improve efficiency in large file handling.

6. Time Management, Reporting & Management Liaison

Monitor drafting progress company-wide and

report key metrics

(speed, output, manpower allocation, bottlenecks) to top management.

Assist management in

forecasting manpower needs

for upcoming projects based on workload analysis.

Support the project delivery team during

tender, construction, and site coordination stages

by providing rapid technical updates.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fresh graduate

Pay: RM3,000.00 - RM8,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Free parking Maternity leave Opportunities for promotion Professional development
Work Location: In person