AGM – Architect | Residential & Commercial Projects | Real Estate

Title: AGM – Architect

Location: Gurgaon, Haryana

Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Architecture (B.Arch / M.Arch).

Experience:

• 10-15 years of experience in architectural design and project execution.
• Minimum 8+ years of experience in high-rise residential, commercial, or mixed-use developments.

Position Overview:

Orris Infrastructure is seeking an experienced and highly skilled AGM – Architect to lead architectural planning, design management, and project execution for large-scale high-rise residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. The role requires strong expertise in design coordination, value engineering, regulatory approvals, consultant management, and project delivery while ensuring adherence to quality, cost, and timeline objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Design Management & Project Execution:

• Lead architectural design development from concept through execution for high-rise and large-scale real estate projects.
• Review and finalize master plans, layouts, architectural drawings, and construction documents.
• Ensure alignment of design intent with project objectives, budgets, timelines, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor project progress and provide architectural guidance throughout project execution.

Innovation & Value Engineering:

• Drive innovative and sustainable design solutions to enhance project value and customer experience.
• Implement value engineering initiatives to optimize design, construction costs, and operational efficiency.
• Evaluate new materials, technologies, and architectural trends for project enhancement.

Approvals & Regulatory Compliance:

• Coordinate with government authorities and statutory bodies for approvals and clearances.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, local regulations, fire safety norms, environmental guidelines, and development control regulations.
• Manage documentation required for architectural approvals and project submissions.

Stakeholder & Consultant Coordination:

• Collaborate with internal teams including Projects, Planning, Sales, Marketing, Procurement, and Legal.
• Manage and coordinate with external architects, consultants, landscape designers, structural consultants, and MEP teams.
• Conduct design review meetings and ensure seamless communication among stakeholders.

Cost & Resource Management:

• Support project budgeting exercises through design optimization and cost-effective planning.
• Review consultant proposals, design specifications, and project requirements to ensure cost efficiency.
• Monitor resource utilization and recommend improvements in architectural processes.

Team Leadership & Supervision:

• Lead and mentor architectural teams, ensuring high levels of performance and professional development.
• Assign responsibilities, review deliverables, and ensure timely completion of architectural milestones.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Quality Control & Standards:

• Ensure architectural deliverables meet company quality standards and project specifications.
• Conduct periodic design audits and site reviews to ensure adherence to approved drawings.
• Identify and resolve design-related issues during project execution.

Reporting & Process Improvement:

• Prepare project status reports, design review updates, and management presentations.
• Develop and implement best practices for architectural planning, coordination, and execution.
• Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and project outcomes.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Architecture (B.Arch / M.Arch).
• 12-15 years of experience in architectural design and project execution.
• Minimum 8+ years of experience in high-rise residential, commercial, or mixed-use developments.
• Strong exposure to large-scale real estate projects from design development through completion.
• Experience working with reputed real estate developers, architectural firms, or construction organizations.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Architectural Design & Planning
• High-Rise Building Design
• Project Execution & Design Coordination
• Value Engineering & Cost Optimization
• Regulatory Approvals & Compliance
• Consultant & Stakeholder Management
• Design Review & Quality Assurance
• Construction Documentation
• Team Leadership & Mentoring
• Project Management & Reporting

Technical Skills:

• AutoCAD
• Revit / BIM
• SketchUp
• Adobe Creative Suite
• MS Project
• Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of sustainable and green building practices.
• Strong understanding of building by-laws, NBC, fire norms, and statutory regulations.
• Experience in luxury residential and mixed-use developments.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.