Head – Architecture & Design (SBU)

About Business:

Responsibilities

• Lead - Architect & Design
• Project Management & Oversight:
• Oversee the architectural and design aspects of all projects in the cluster, ensuring they meet functional, aesthetic, and financial objectives.
• Review and validate all architectural drawings and designs, providing feedback and ensuring that corrections are accurately implemented.
• Maintain and monitor comprehensive trackers for all ongoing projects to track progress, deadlines, and dependencies across various departments.
• Ensure projects are delivered with optimal quality, adhering to predefined budgets and timelines.
• Inter-Departmental Liaison:
• Collaborate with internal departments such as marketing, construction, and operations to gather and address project requirements effectively.
• Align project designs with market needs and organizational strategies to ensure competitive positioning and client satisfaction.
• Act as the central point of communication for all design-related discussions, consolidating inputs from multiple teams to guide external consultants.
• Design Leadership:
• Define design briefs for external architects and consultants, outlining expectations and deliverables in alignment with project goals.
• Provide regular guidance and inputs to external consultants, ensuring their work reflects the organization’s standards and the needs of various departments.
• Drive innovation and creativity in the design process while maintaining practical feasibility and regulatory compliance.
• Consultant & Vendor Management:
• Identify, engage, and manage relationships with architects, consultants, and other service providers to ensure timely and efficient project execution.
• Coordinate with consultants during key project stages, including design development, tendering, and execution.
• Evaluate and approve consultant submissions, ensuring they align with project goals and technical requirements.
• Tendering & Execution Support:
• Provide expert guidance during the tendering stage by reviewing documentation and ensuring all architectural aspects are accurately reflected.
• Support site teams during project execution by addressing design-related challenges and facilitating smooth coordination between consultants and contractors.
• Monitor construction progress on-site to ensure alignment with approved designs and quality benchmarks.
• Team Development & Leadership:
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of architects and designers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.
• Ensure the team is equipped with the necessary skills, tools, and knowledge to excel in their roles and contribute effectively to projects.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and excellence within the design team.
• Key Stakeholders - Internal
• Costing Team
• Design Team
• HR
• Liaison Team
• Sales and Marketing Team
• Project Team
• Business Development Team
• Legal Team
• Key Stakeholders - External
• Vendors
• Consultants

Qualifications

• Educational Qualification:
• Education Qualification:
• Bachelor’s in Architecture (B.Arch.). Master’s in Architecture (M.Arch) specializing in Town Planning is preferred.
• Work Experience (Range of years):
• 20-22 Years
• Preferred Industry:
• Experience in architectural design, urban planning, and project management, with a strong track record in leading large-scale real estate and mixed-use development projects. Minimum 5-6 years of experience with major real estate firms, having overseen at least one project spanning a minimum of 1 million square feet through its complete lifecycle—from conceptualization to design, execution, and handover.
• Proficiency in regulatory bylaws, environmental clearances, and Building Information Modeling (BIM).

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Architecture (B.Arch.). Master’s in Architecture (M.Arch) specializing in Town Planning is preferred.