Manager - Architectural Design

Key Responsibilities :

1. Business Development & Client Relationship :

• Strengthen relationships with existing clients to ensure retention, profitability, and project continuity.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities to expand the firm's presence and revenue.
• Present and promote new services while enhancing current offerings.

2. Leadership & Team Development :

• Mentor, develop, and manage a team of 8-10 senior architects, architects, and technicians.
• Identify skill gaps and provide development opportunities through training, special projects, and mentoring.
• Oversee the entire project lifecycle-from concept to delivery-within budgetary constraints.

3. Design Development & Management :

• Lead multiple architectural projects from inception to completion.
• Interpret client briefs and convert them into feasibility reports and design proposals.
• Guide the design team to create innovative, functional, and sustainable solutions aligned with current architectural trends.

4. Drawing Management :

• Oversee the production of high-quality schematic and working drawings.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, regulations, and company standards.
• Provide hands-on guidance to the team for timely and precise project delivery.

5. Consultant & Vendor Coordination :

• Coordinate with structural and MEP consultants during design and execution phases.
• Liaise with vendors for the selection of materials and finishes.

6. Client & Site Coordination :

• Maintain regular communication with clients and their representatives for feedback and project updates.
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure design deliverables meet site requirements.
• Conduct periodic site visits and prepare progress reports.

Qualification and Skills

• B.Arch or Equivalent (5-Year Bachelor's Degree in Architecture)
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, Google SketchUp, and MS Office.
• Must have successfully completed at least two full-cycle projects of a minimum of 1 million sq. ft. each.
• Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and multidisciplinary teams.
• Should be able to travel outstation for project site visits which may also require more than 2 days stay
• Ready work in stretched working hrs to meet the desired timeline

(ref : iimjobs.com)