Resident Architect – Data Centre

About The Opportunity Horizontal Talent is supporting a leading international multidisciplinary engineering and project consultancy in hiring an experienced Resident Architect for a major Data Centre project in Serendah, Selangor .

The Resident Architect will be responsible for architectural site supervision, coordination and quality control , ensuring that architectural works are executed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, statutory requirements and project standards.

This role will work closely with MEP, C&S, ELV and specialist systems teams in a fast-paced, mission-critical project environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide full-time architectural supervision on site and ensure works comply with approved drawings, specifications and contract requirements.

• Coordinate architectural works and interfaces with MEP, C&S, ELV and specialist systems.

• Participate in site meetings, technical coordination meetings and project progress reviews.

• Review and provide comments on:

• Shop drawings

• Material submissions

• Method statements

• Mock-ups

• Manage RFIs, site clarifications and architectural change requests.

• Ensure architectural details support project requirements and constructability.

• Monitor workmanship and ensure compliance with project quality standards, authority requirements and industry best practices.

• Conduct site inspections and raise NCRs where required.

• Follow up on corrective actions and ensure timely closure.

• Manage architectural defect lists / punch lists and coordinate rectification works.

• Support local authority inspections and approvals, including relevant statutory requirements.

• Coordinate architectural readiness for Testing & Commissioning (T&C) activities.

• Ensure architectural elements meet operational and safety requirements prior to handover.

• Support preparation and review of as-built drawings, O&M manuals and final project documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or equivalent.

• Registered Architect / Graduate Architect with LAM / PAM or relevant Malaysian registration.

• Minimum 5–10 years of relevant architectural site experience.

• Experience in Data Centre, industrial or other mission-critical facilities is preferred.

• Strong knowledge of:

• Architectural construction detailing

• Building materials

• Fire-rated systems

• Architectural finishes

• Proven experience coordinating architectural works within MEP-intensive environments.

• Familiarity with Fast-Track and Design & Build (D&B) project delivery.

• Strong site supervision and construction coordination experience.

• Good understanding of quality control, inspections, statutory compliance and project documentation.

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Able to work under pressure and manage multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced site environment.