Temple Architecture Expert / Temple Architect

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Temple Architecture Expert

Key responsibilities:

• Act as the technical 

  Temple Architecture Expert

   for the Directorate — provide authoritative inputs on design, conservation methodology and approvals. 
• Conduct 

  site surveys

  , condition assessments, photographic documentation and prepare measured drawings / elevations / sections for temple structures. 
• Develop conservation and restoration proposals: conservation strategy, methodology, materials specifications, contractor scope, and Bill of Quantities. 
• Prepare and review architectural drawings (schematics, working drawings) and technical specifications using AutoCAD / Revit / appropriate CAD tools. 
• Provide inputs for tender documents, technical evaluations, contractor selection and supervise implementation for technical compliance. 
• Ensure all interventions comply with relevant conservation / heritage statutes, applicable Government Orders (GOs) and guidelines (state & national heritage / ASI norms). 
• Represent the Directorate in inter-departmental and stakeholder meetings, including district authorities, priests/temple committees, local communities and contractors. 
• Lead/participate in technical presentations, public consultations and capacity-building workshops for masons/contractors/officials. 
• Liaise with Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), State Archaeology / Heritage departments and other heritage agencies as required. 
• Maintain project documentation, MIS, progress reports and provide timely updates to senior management. 
• Identify risks to structure/heritage value and propose mitigation measures (structural interventions, drainage, ventilation, access, ritual use compatibility). 
• Mentor junior architects/engineers on heritage practice and quality control during execution. 

Essential qualifications & experience:

• Master’s Degree in Architecture

   (M.Arch) or equivalent. 
• Specialization or demonstrable expertise in

  Temple / Medieval Indian Architecture, Conservation, Architectural History or Heritage Conservation.

   

• Minimum 5 years’ post-qualification experience

   in government advisory, heritage conservation projects, temple restoration, architectural consultancy or similar (preferably with public-sector/PSU/Government projects). 
• Proven track record of at least 

  one completed heritage/temple conservation project

   (design + supervision) or 2+ significant assignments involving documentation/conservation. 
• Strong knowledge of historic building materials and traditional temple construction techniques (stone carving, lime mortar, timber, joinery, masonry detailing). 
• Experience preparing technical specifications, cost estimates, tender documents and supervising field works. 
• Proficiency in architectural documentation tools: 

  AutoCAD

   (required); 

  Revit

  , 

  SketchUp

  , 

  3D photogrammetry / laser scanning

   knowledge is desirable. 
• Excellent stakeholder management skills — experience interacting with government departments, religious trusts/committees and local communities. 
• Ability to travel frequently and perform fieldwork in rural and semi-urban locations. 

Desirable / Preferred:

• Degree / certification in 

  Conservation

   (e.g., Post-grad diploma in conservation, ICCROM-related training) or PhD in Architectural History / Conservation. 
• Prior work with 

  ASI, State Archaeology Departments, UNESCO projects, or reputed heritage consultancies

  . 
• Experience in 

  structural assessment

   of heritage masonry and familiarity with retrofitting techniques respectful of heritage values. 
• Experience in training masons and traditional craftsmen, and preparing capacity-building modules. 
• Familiarity with statutory processes, permissions, and Government Orders (GOs) related to religious structures and public works. 
• Good report-writing skills and ability to present technical findings in both Hindi and English. 

Deliverables / KPIs:

• Timely site-condition reports + measured drawings for assigned temples. 
• Conservation strategy & detailed working drawings for selected temples. 
• Tender-ready technical specifications and BOQ for restoration works. 
• Supervision reports and quality compliance during execution. 
• Number of stakeholder consultations/workshops conducted & training sessions delivered. 
• Acceptance of technical submissions by the Directorate / statutory authorities. 

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