Tips for Expats to Apply for Architecture Jobs in Singapore

Singapore, the city of dreams, for many professionals, has seen significant progress in the economy over the years. The city has seen significant growth in the infrastructure, construction, and real estate industries in the last few years. This has led to a growth of demand for architecture jobs in Singapore, along with the demand for other jobs related to these industries. The career prospect for an architect job is very lucrative in Singapore. With the Singapore Government carrying out large-scale investments in the building and construction sector every year, the demand for architecture jobs will continue to increase. There is a huge scope of growth in architecture career for both locals and foreign professionals in Singapore.

Job profile and skills:

Architecture jobs involve applying architectural engineering principles for planning, developing, designing and construction of large buildings, apartments, commercial complexes, roads, bridges in Singapore. The educational requirement to be in architecture jobs is to have a bachelor's degree in architectural engineering or other relevant fields. Most employers prefer to hire candidates having some years of experience. Candidates, in order to do well in the job, should have knowledge in structural, electrical, construction, mechanical, and/or other engineering fields related to building design and construction, including bridge or road. Knowledge of computer-aided design (CAD) software is a must with good communication skills, professionalism and quick decision making, and analytical skills. It is necessary for candidates in architecture jobs to remain up-to-date on the latest developments and inventions in their field. Attending workshops, taking relevant courses are also recommended.

How expats can apply for architecture jobs in Singapore

In order to apply for architecture jobs in Singapore, you need to first register yourself as a qualified architect. The conditions are as follows:

• A professional bachelor’s/master’s degree in architecture from a recognized institute.
• Proper practical experience in architectural work, preferably with a written experience certificate from the previous employer
• You need to qualify the professional practice examination conducted by the Singapore Architecture Board

Usually, candidates passing out from a university in Singapore has better chances to get architecture jobs. But for expats, this becomes slightly difficult. Once you register yourself as an architect, an expat needs to put in double efforts to get the dream job. But this is not impossible.

Some tips are as follows:

• Check on the many architecture-related websites and search for Singapore architecture jobs.
• Register on other jobs portals as well and apply for architecture jobs in Singapore.
• Connect with employers that offer architecture jobs. Even if there may not be any vacancy at that moment, you can still send in your application. If you are lucky, you never know when the company may start hiring. And your resume will be the first to be shortlisted.
• A good number of expat professionals now look for architecture jobs with the help of recruiting agencies in Singapore.
• Even if you get a temporary position, accept it. This will help you to gain experience and expand your network.
• Till the time you do not get your job, you can take up additional architecture-related courses and courses on computer software programs which can help you in your job.
• Make sure that you attend job fairs, social events when you seek Singapore architecture jobs, as this is an effective way to meet contacts within the country.
• If you are a Fresher, just fresh out of college as an architect-engineer, then it is better to opt for architecture internships with some reputed firm. This will help you to gain experience and gain insights of the job.

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