Senior Architect

About the Company

The Senior Design Architect plays a vital leadership role within the design management team for a high-end residential development project located in Gurugram, India. This project involves the construction of 8 luxury apartment towers, covering a total built-up area of approximately 690,000 m².

About the Role

As a core member of the design team, the Senior Design Architect is responsible for leading the architectural design review and coordination process throughout the project lifecycle from early design phases through construction and commissioning. Working closely with the Design Manager, the Senior Design Architect ensures that all architectural deliverables meet the design intent, comply with relevant building codes and client specifications, and are well-integrated with structural, MEP, façade, and interior packages. This role also involves providing critical input into design reviews focused on constructability, value engineering, safety, operability, and maintainability. The position requires deep expertise in architectural coordination, a proactive problem-solving mindset, and strong leadership in interfacing with design consultants, clients, and the construction management team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design review process at all project stages, including concept, schematic, and detailed design.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary design reviews involving structural, MEP, ELV, façade, and landscape teams to ensure integration of all building systems.
• Manage the review of design documents for compliance with local regulations, international standards, and client specifications.
• Oversee and coordinate the submission and review of architectural drawings, design reports, and material specifications.
• Provide leadership in reviewing design for constructability, operability, maintainability, and safety.
• Organize and chair design coordination meetings with consultants and relevant disciplines; prepare meeting agendas, minutes, and follow-up actions.
• Review and comment on RFIs, design changes, and value engineering proposals related to architectural works.
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive logs and schedules including: Design Review Agenda, Review Checklists, Design Comments Schedule, and Review Reports.
• Support the development of project schedules by identifying design-related dependencies, deliverable timelines, and coordination milestones.
• Collaborate with the procurement and construction teams to ensure timely availability of approved design packages and materials.
• Monitor the design progress and report delays, risks, and critical issues to the Design Manager and client through meetings.
• Ensure design documentation is properly tracked, version-controlled, and accessible via the Project Management Information System (PMIS).

Qualifications

• LEED CERTIFICATE Is mandatory
• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture is required; Master’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum 12 years of professional experience in architectural design, coordination, and project delivery, preferably in high-rise residential or mixed-use developments.
• Extensive experience in design review and multidisciplinary coordination throughout all stages of project development.
• Strong command of design and BIM software including AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Proficient in MS Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint for reporting and documentation.
• Familiarity with Autodesk Construction Cloud or similar PMIS platforms used for managing design workflows and document control.
• Deep understanding of Indian and international architectural codes, accessibility standards, and green building guidelines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; knowledge of local Indian languages is Mandatory.
• Willingness to relocate and reside in Gurugram, India, for the duration of the project.

Required Skills

• Leadership and decision-making skills to guide and manage cross-functional design activities.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management abilities to work with clients, consultants, and multidisciplinary teams.
• High attention to detail and commitment to design quality.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and solution-oriented mindset.
• Ability to manage complex issues under pressure and meet critical deadlines.
• Adaptability to multicultural and fast-paced working environments.
• Strong documentation, analytical, and organizational capabilities.