Architect

General Information

Time Type

Full-Time

Areas of Expertise

Mixed Use + Retail Centers

Job Category

Architecture

Locations

District 7, Ho Chi Minh City, VIETNAM

Description

Our designers at NQH craft meaningful experiences grounded in a deep understanding of culture, time, and place. Each environment we create is designed in response to the bigger picture yet tailored to suit unique brand perspectives. 

The result is a perfect balance between beauty and functionality. 

We look to engage as artists, craftsmen, inventors, and designers endowed with an endless curiosity and a mindful approach to design.

As a NQH Senior Designer, you are responsible for helping to lead collaborative, creative teams and providing design leadership through all phases of client projects. 

Use your unique design perspective to bring new approaches to the design process and strategy, develop next-generation talent, and help our clients redesign what's possible. Your role is to combine creativity and technical knowledge and understanding to produce functionally beautiful spaces for clients while mentoring junior designers to achieve inspiring, impactful design.

What You Will Do

• Lead the creative efforts of design projects (under the supervision of the Design Director).
• Collaborate with Leaders and colleagues to enhance NQH's culture for design excellence, elevate design quality, and achieve recognition for clients and the firm.
• Utilize your experience with all phases of Design project deliverables, from Concept Design through the Construction stage and as an Author Supervisor.
• Work independently or with minor oversight to perform assignments, including programming client needs, conceptual design, schematic design, design development, and construction documentation.
• Produce mood, material, and design presentations independently or with minimal supervision.
• Oversee specifications, material selections, and schedules needed for construction documentation independently or with minimal supervision.
• Participate in client and consultant meetings.
• Effectively communicate design ideas by hand sketching and/or digital graphics.
• Mentor team members across all phases of Design project deliverables.
• Utilize knowledge of materials and technology, and lighting solutions, finishes, materials, color selections, and specifications.
• Independently create material palettes and inspiration image boards.
• Understand how key decisions at the project level contribute to larger client goals.
• Understand the social and environmental impact of design solutions in your area of practice.
• Incorporate best practices in the design modelling process and coach other team members along the way.

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in architecture.
• 5+ years of project experience in an architectural practice.
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction regulations, building codes, and zoning codes.
• Significant, demonstrable experience leading teams to deliver projects through all stages, including Construction Administration.
• Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, and MS Office.
• Experience leading and mentoring multiple project teams in technical delivery concurrently.
• Flexibility to focus on concurrent projects in various stages of development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to lead and mentor.
• Ability to maintain existing client relationships and build new ones through excellent delivery and technical guidance.
• Ability to handle difficult situations with tact, grace, and style.

How to Apply 

Submit an online application including a resume and portfolio in PDF form. 

If you choose to submit a link to an online portfolio, you must make sure it is not password-protected and that it contains a resume, cover letter, and work samples.

Send us your CV and portfolio at [Confidential Information]

Life at NQH 

At NQH, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to Well-being Week, our offices reflect our people's diverse interests.

We encourage every person at NQH to lead a healthy and balanced life. 

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on any status protected under applicable regulatory laws.