Design Specialist

Role Overview:

The Design Manager - Architect will oversee architectural designs from initial specifications to final blueprint stages, ensuring compliance with required standards. The candidate will play a pivotal role in managing designs for high-rise residential buildings, liaising with diverse architectural firms, and standardizing processes across projects in multiple cities.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic:

Research and recommend the latest trends and advancements in design and architecture for implementation in projects.

Identify and engage globally reputed design consultants and architects through market research and negotiations.

Build in-house capabilities to evaluate and challenge external designs effectively.

Operational:

Review design briefs for proposed projects in collaboration with the Project Manager and Business Development teams.

Collaborate with external consultants, designers, and architects to align primary designs with project objectives.

Critically analyze and evaluate designs for financial feasibility, regulatory compliance, and ease of execution.

Standardize design processes across all projects for consistency and efficiency.

Monitor the impact of design changes and coordinate updates with regulatory and liaison teams.

Provide creative inputs to enhance customer experiences and generate innovative design ideas.

Financial:

Develop and manage the architectural budget for each project.

Evaluate cost implications of design options and negotiate to minimize service costs.

Ensure budget adherence while maintaining design quality.

Retail & Commercial Design:

Demonstrate expertise in FAR calculations and city-specific byelaws (Bangalore, Chennai, Pune, Hyderabad).

Review and provide feedback on design concepts and proposals.

Maintain archives of design ideas and ensure high-quality presentations for client meetings.

Educational Background: Bachelor's or master's degree in architecture from a reputed institution.

Experience:

8-10 years of experience in architectural design, with expertise in high-rise residential buildings.

Proven track record of managing diverse architectural firms and consultants.

Familiarity with city-specific building regulations and compliance requirements.

Skills & Software Proficiency:

AutoCAD, Photoshop, Illustrator, SketchUp, CorelDRAW, and MS Office.

Strong analytical, project management, and interpersonal skills.

Creativity and an innovative approach to senior-friendly design solutions.