LEAD ARCHITECT - SEMICONDUCTOR INDUSTRY

• Location: Woodlands • Working Hours: 5 days per week (Mon to Fri: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM) • Willingness to commit to extended hours Job Responsibilities: • Coordinate architectural, structural, MEP, and process utility designs for semiconductor fabrication facilities • Act as the central design interface between architect, engineering consultants, equipment vendors, and construction teams • Ensure cleanroom layout compliance with ISO classifications, vibration, AMC, temperature, and humidity requirements • Coordinate tool layout, tool hook-up requirements, and maintenance access with process equipment vendors • Manage BIM-based design coordination and resolve multidisciplinary clashes • Translate design intent into constructible design packages for site execution • Support construction sequencing for cleanroom build-up, MEP racks, and tool move-in activities • Review and coordinate design drawings, shop drawings, RFIs, and technical submissions • Manage design changes to minimize impact on cost, schedule, and tool installation milestones • Resolve design issues arising from site conditions during construction • Chair design coordination meetings and technical reviews • Ensure alignment between client requirements, design intent, and construction execution • Maintain design documentation control throughout the project lifecycle • Any other ad-hoc duties as assigned Requirements: • Degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, or related built environment discipline • Minimum 6 years of experience in semiconductor fab, cleanroom, or advanced manufacturing construction projects • Strong knowledge of cleanroom design principles and semiconductor facility requirements • Proven experience coordinating architectural, structural, MEP, and process utility designs • Familiarity with semiconductor process tools and vendor coordination • Experience in design-build or EPC project environments • Proficient in BIM coordination tools (Revit, Navisworks or equivalent) • Strong understanding of construction sequencing and constructability • Ability to manage design changes, RFIs, and technical clarifications during construction • Excellent coordination, communication, and stakeholder management skills • Experience working with main contractors, consultants, and equipment vendors • Professional Architect registration is an advantage but not mandatory • Proficiency in Chinese is preferred to support communication with regional or group stakeholders • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a fast paced and dynamic environment