Roles and Responsibilities
Architect (Residential / Housing Projects)
Primary Responsibilities
1. Project Management:
- Independently manage residential architectural projects, including houses, villas, and large-scale housing developments.
- Create detailed architectural drawings, layouts, and construction documents.
- Oversee project timelines, approvals, and budgets, ensuring alignment with client expectations and building regulations.
- Conduct site visits to ensure construction follows design intent, material specifications, and quality standards.
- Coordinate closely with clients, Structural, MEP, and landscape consultants to ensure smooth execution.
- Review and guide junior team members’ deliverables, ensuring accuracy and design quality.
- Facilitate timely decisions and approvals from clients and authorities.
2. Design and Planning:
- Lead design development and space planning for residences, from concept to execution.
- Develop functional and client-centric solutions that balance aesthetics, comfort, and efficiency.
- Coordinate integration of engineering systems (Structural, MEP, HVAC, landscape) within architectural design.
- Design residential interiors with a focus on natural light, ventilation, modern lifestyle needs, and sustainability.
- Translate conceptual designs into efficient, regulation-compliant solutions.
3. Leadership and Team Development:
- Guide and mentor teams of architects, designers to deliver technically sound and innovative residential projects.
- Encourage continuous learning and conduct internal knowledge-sharing sessions on residential design.
- Review work, provide constructive feedback, and support professional development of team members.
4. Client and Stakeholder Engagement:
- Collaborate with clients, interior designers, and contractors to define requirements and expectations.
- Maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication and transparent coordination.
- Resolve design and execution challenges effectively while aligning with stakeholder vision.
5. Quality Control and Reporting:
- Ensure all deliverables meet quality, regulatory, and timeline benchmarks.
- Maintain accurate documentation of approvals, drawings, and compliance checklists.
- Provide regular updates to leadership and clients on design progress and site conditions.
Advanced Responsibilities
A. Technical and Industry Knowledge:
- Stay current with residential design trends, sustainable materials, and smart home technologies.
- Ensure alignment with updated local codes, by-laws, and urban planning guidelines.
B. Professional Development:
- Take initiative in attending residential design conferences and certification programs.
- Support firm-wide excellence by contributing to research, process improvement, and knowledge databases.
C. Design Excellence:
- Lead innovative residential design strategies that enhance lifestyle, comfort, and long-term value.
- Enhance visual presentations and storytelling for design approvals and client engagement.
- Apply sustainable design and universal design principles in housing environments.
D. Budgeting and Estimation:
- Estimate costs related to interiors, structure, finishes, and MEP integrations.
- Coordinate with vendors and contractors to ensure alignment of work with design intent and budget.
Goals for Professional Growth
A. Leadership:
- Take ownership of multiple residential projects with cross-functional collaboration.
- Become a recognized expert in residential architecture and housing design within the firm.
B. Professional Recognition:
- Publish thought leadership articles on residential design in industry journals.
- Present at architecture and housing conferences and pursue advanced certifications (e.g., LEED, IGBC, Sustainable Housing Design).
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
