Manager - Concept Design (Team Lead - Architect)

Key Responsibilities:

Concept Development & Client Requirement Gathering

• Engage directly with CXOs and key decision-makers to clarify vision, business needs, and functional requirements for common areas (lounges, cafs, reception, collaboration zones, etc.).

• Conduct benchmarking and market research to identify emerging trends and unique amenity concepts relevant to coworking communities.

• Synthesize user, operational, and business inputs into clear, actionable design briefs for the team.

Design Concepts & Standardization

• Lead the development of concept layouts, design narratives, and detailed mood boards for common amenity spaces.

• Develop and curate reference images, innovative spatial ideas, and visual narratives that inspire and differentiate the brands common areas.

• Drive design standardization, ensuring all concepts align with brand guidelines, project objectives, and can be efficiently executed across multiple locations.

Space Utilization & Innovation

• Optimize spatial planning to deliver maximum utility and seamless integration of common amenities within floorplates.

• Challenge conventions and propose new concepts for space use, materiality, and amenity features to enhance community engagement and well-being.

Visualizations & Design Handoffs

• Produce and oversee the preparation of high-quality 3D perspectives, renders, and annotated visuals to communicate concepts to stakeholders.

• Create comprehensive concept packs (mood boards, reference images, layouts, and 3Ds) for GFC and detailed design teams to initiate technical documentation.

• Ensure version control, accuracy, and clarity in all materials delivered for execution.

Team Management & Collaboration

• Lead, motivate, and develop the concept design teamallocating tasks, reviewing outputs, and ensuring creative and professional growth.

• Foster close collaboration with the GFC/detailed design, QS, MEP, and procurement teams to ensure smooth transition and feasibility of concepts.

• Encourage cross-functional brainstorming and innovation within the team.

TAT & Performance Management

• Set and enforce ambitious turnaround times for concept development in sync with business needs and sales timelines.

• Monitor project pipelines and team workload to ensure all deadlines are met or exceeded.

• Continuously track and report performance metrics to the AVP – Design.

Documentation & Communication

• Maintain organized, well-structured digital folders for all concept-stage deliverables, ensuring audit-readiness and easy retrieval.

• Communicate clearly and confidently with CXOs, clients, and cross-functional teams about design intent, progress, and required decisions.