Senior Architect

Location : NIBM, Pune.

Industry : Retail

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Store Design & Planning

• Design and develop retail store layouts and concepts
• Prepare detailed 2D drawings and 3D visualizations.
• Prepare detailed MEP designs
• Ensure designs align with brand guidelines and customer experience
• Work on space planning, fixtures, and visual merchandising alignment

2. Vendor & Stakeholder Coordination

• Manage relationships with vendors, contractors, and consultants
• Coordinate with internal teams (projects, operations, marketing)
• Ensure timely procurement of materials and resources

3. Quality & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to design standards, safety norms, and quality benchmark.
• Monitor finishing, materials, and overall store aesthetics
• Maintain consistency across all store formats

4.Project Management & Reporting

• Track project timelines, budgets, and deliverables
• Maintain documentation and reports for ongoing projects
• Handle multiple store projects simultaneously across regions

REQUIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

• Strong expertise in AutoCAD, SketchUp, 3ds Max, V-Ray, Illustrator
• Good understanding of retail store design and execution
• Strong project management and coordination skills
• Attention to detail with a strong design sense
• Ability to handle multiple projects and tight timelines
• Problem-solving mindset with on-ground decision-making ability
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture
• 1.5 + years of experience in retail/store design projects
• Experience in handling multiple store rollouts preferred