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Global Facilities and Construction Staff Architect

Job title: Global Facilities and Construction Staff Architect
Location: Singapore
Specialisation: Semiconductors
Salary: SGD 91,000 - 117,000 (Annual)
Reference: PR/096672
Job published: February 12, 2026 16:56
Work Arrangement: Onsite

 

  • Lead and define architectural design strategies for semiconductor facilities, including FABs, CUPs, Probe, Admin Building, and Miscellaneous Buildings. 

  • Develop conceptual designs, detailed plans, and specifications in compliance with Micron’s global standards and local/international codes.  

  • Provide technical support during construction, including submittal reviews, evaluating GC-initiated changes, developing project modifications, and conducting QA/QC reviews of design documents (e.g., architectural plans, specifications, and calculations).  

  • Perform technical reviews of structural design work by A&E firms, GC design teams, and sub-consultants to ensure quality and compliance.  

  • Prepare architectural design, RFPs, design documentation reports, and develop architectural layout plans, specifications, and cost estimates for projects.  

  • Oversee layout, interior design, and space planning for FABs, CUPs, Probe, Admin, and Miscellaneous Buildings. 

  • Conduct field inspections during construction to verify compliance with scope, schedule, and budget.  

  • Apply International Building Code (IBC) for exiting, fire compartmentation, LEED, Green Mark, sustainability, occupancy, and building classifications.  

  • Design specialized cleanroom components, including raised floors, demountable walls, and ceiling grid systems.  

  • Ensure constructability in complex environments, minimizing disruptions near operating buildings.  

  • Lead alignment of facility design standards, construction project management practices, and O&M best-known methods (BKM).  

  • Perform regular field inspections and monitor projects to ensure adherence to Micron specifications, codes, regulations, and agreed scope, schedule, and budget.  

  • Validate cost estimates and construction schedules for architectural aspects of projects.  

  • Review and approve design drawings and specifications for completeness and accuracy.  

  • Evaluate architectural drawing submissions and supporting documentation to ensure design integrity.  

  • Review Autodesk and BIM 3D models for functionality, egress, maintenance accessibility, constructability, and clash analyses coordination with other engineering disciplines.  

  • Inspect construction and installation progress for conformance to established drawings, specifications, and schedules. 

  • Support all sites, including on-site presence for construction projects and resolution of critical architectural issues 

  • Collaborate with consultants, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely, cost-effective project execution. 

Site Master Planning (SMP) & Space Optimization 

  • Develop, propose, and collaborate with global and site teams to generate preliminary site master plan (SMP) concept designs for greenfield and brownfield projects aligned with company strategic goals. 

  • Collaborate with multi-functional facilities teams to identify opportunities for space planning optimization and establish standards for critical facilities, rooms and areas. 

  • Standardize and continuously improve facilities space management for critical systems, leveraging industry best practices and lessons learned. 

  • Assess and mitigate risks related to space constraints in brownfield projects by conducting clash checks during preliminary stages and providing support for project continuity. 

Project Leadership & Strategic Alignment 

  • Lead design and construction of regional greenfield and brownfield projects in alignment with global standards. 

  • Collaborate with central sustainability, cost, construction, and line planning teams to ensure strategic alignment. 

  • Provide technical support for site projects, Alpha to Beta technology transfer, and sustainability initiatives. 

  • Review and approve site capacity expansion and sustainability CAPEX proposals. 

  • Evaluate priorities to enable business-driven decisions on Facilities Reliability Improvement project CAPEX. 

Reliability & Strategic Program Support 

  • Provide architectural support for site improvement projects, including System Reliability Improvements, Quality Enhancements, and Equipment End-of-Life (EOL) replacements. 

  • Oversee regional efforts and identify opportunities to align strategic programs (e.g., BCP, Critical Specifications, Quality Defense Line). 

  • Support major Site Infrastructure Planning reviews and ensure architectural compliance. 

Sustainability & Certifications 

  • Champion LEED and Green Mark certification processes for new and existing projects. 

  • Integrate sustainable design principles and energy-efficient solutions into all architectural plans. 

  • Support the network effort to implement, monitor and drive continuous improvement for success of Micron’s Sustainability programs in alignment with the long-term Sustainability strategy. 

  • In depth, review of site sustainability projects and sustainability data monitoring to support sites and company’s sustainability targets. 

  • Support sustainability projects achievement data acquisition and validation in central tracking depository. 

Interior Design & Space Optimization 

  • Oversee interior design for cleanrooms, office spaces, and collaborative environments. 

  • Ensure ergonomic, functional, and aesthetic excellence in space planning. 

Project Oversight & Coordination 

  • Manage architectural deliverables throughout design and construction phases. 

  • Collaborate with consultants, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely, cost-effective project execution. 

Compliance & Standards 

  • Ensure adherence to local and international building codes, safety regulations, and Micron’s internal standards. 

  • Manage permitting and regulatory approval processes. 

Qualifications 

  • Education: Master’s or bachelor’s degree in architecture. 

 

Experience:  

  • Minimum 10 years of architectural experience in industrial construction projects & minimum 5 year in Semiconductor and/or facilities related industry. 

  • Technical expertise, knowledge, and experience on building design and construction of Semiconductor Wafer Fab building and CUB building. 

  • Strong background in consulting and construction for fast-track large-scale semiconductor/industrial projects. 

 

 

Skills:  

  • Proficiency in CAD software and BIM tools  

  • Expertise in semiconductor cleanroom design and high-tech manufacturing environments. 

  • Good knowledge and understanding of semiconductor manufacturing plants and local construction codes (preferably with fundamental knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes). 

  • Excellent interpersonal skills, strong collaboration and analytical abilities, ability to work independently, and proven team leadership experience. 

  • Ability to prioritize and schedule workload and work on multiple tasks concurrently. 

  • Ability to travel 15-25% of the time on average, but up to 30% of the time during Critical Project phases or Site Activities. 

 

 

 

Kashmiethaa V Chandran 

JAC Recruitment Pte Ltd 

EA Personnel: R24122846 

EA Personnel Name: KASHMIETHAA V CHANDRAN 

 

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