Architectural Designer
Employment type: Full-Time
Location: On-Site, Thane Office
Hours: 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM IST
Reporting to : Lead Architect based overseas
About the client
Our cllient is a premium residential property developer based in New Zealand. We design and deliver high-quality homes built to last — guided by our philosophy of being timeless by design, crafted for your future. Every project we undertake reflects a genuine commitment to architectural integrity, premium materials, and considered craftsmanship, spanning multi-lot developments, bespoke residential builds, and premium interior fitout.
The Role
We are looking for an experienced, detail-driven Architectural Designer to join our Thane-based team and support our Lead Architect across all stages of the design and documentation process. This is a hands-on production role — you will be producing the drawings, shop drawing packages, and design documentation that directly drive our projects forward.
You will liaise daily with our New Zealand-based team, working directly with our Lead Architect and CEO — so clear communication, responsiveness, and professional collaboration across time zones are essential parts of this role.
If you take pride in precision, communicate clearly, and want to grow within a fast-moving premium development practice, this is the right environment for you.
Key Responsibilities
Shop Drawings & China Supplier Coordination
- Prepare and manage shop drawing packages for materials and fitout components sourced directly from our China supplier network — including cabinetry, wardrobes, flooring, joinery, sanitary ware, lighting, windows, and aluminium profiles.
- Translate design intent into clear, dimensioned technical drawings that suppliers can manufacture from with confidence.
- Review supplier-returned drawings for accuracy and flag discrepancies against design specifications.
- Develop a working understanding of our supplier relationships and procurement processes over time.
Detailed Construction Drawings
- Produce detailed architectural drawings including plans, sections, elevations, and construction details across all project stages.
- Work closely with our Lead Architect to develop and refine drawing sets to the standard required for consenting and construction.
- Maintain drawing registers, version control, and file management to a high standard.
- Maintain accurate as-built drawings and project documentation as builds progress on site.
Concept Design — Exterior & Interior
- Contribute to early-stage concept development for both exterior architecture and interior space planning, under the direction of the Lead Architect.
- Assist in exploring design options, producing concept plans, massing studies, and presentation visuals.
- Support interior layout planning including kitchen, bathroom, and living configurations in line with our organisation's premium design language.
- Prepare polished presentation material for new projects and development proposals.
Material Specifications & Schedules
- Develop and maintain material specification schedules across all active projects, ensuring alignment between design intent, supplier capability, and budget.
- Coordinate material selections with our China supplier network and assist in managing order documentation.
- Ensure brand and design consistency across all material and finish selections in line with the company's aesthetic standards.
Costings, QS Support & Invoice Review
- Assist with project costings and quantity surveying work, including preparing and reviewing schedules of quantities and material take-offs.
- Support the review and processing of supplier and contractor invoices, cross-referencing against drawings, scopes, and agreed pricing.
- Flag discrepancies or variations and escalate to the Lead Architect or CEO as appropriate.
Resource Consent & Compliance Support
- Assist in the preparation of resource consent documentation including plans, supporting drawings, and written assessments.
- Support the Lead Architect in responding to council queries and RFI processes as required.
Consultant & Site Coordination
- Liaise professionally with external consultants — including engineers, planners, and surveyors — on behalf of the project team.
- Support site coordination by reviewing and responding to RFIs and contractor queries, and escalating where required.
General Design Support
- Provide broader design and documentation support to the Lead Architect and CEO across active projects as required.
- Learn and adapt to company's internal processes, drawing standards, and project workflows.
- Engage professionally in all team communications and be responsive to project timelines and priorities.
What We’re Looking For;
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or Architectural Design. (B.Arch or M.Arch)
- Registered Architect or working toward registration — preferred but not mandatory.
- Demonstrated experience in a professional architectural or design practice, with the ability to work confidently and with minimal supervision.
- Strong background producing detailed technical drawings and shop drawing packages.
- Experience assisting with costings, QS work, or construction administration is highly regarded.
- Experience in residential design is highly regarded.
Software Proficiency
- Revit — strong proficiency required
- SketchUp — strong proficiency required
- AutoCAD — solid working knowledge required.
- Adobe Suite - solid working knowledge required.
- Enscape - Solid working knowledge required.
- Additional tools (e.g rendering software) - Preferred
Personal qualities
- Meticulous attention to detail — precision in drawing output is non-negotiable.
- Commercially aware — able to engage meaningfully with costings, invoices, and project budgets alongside design work.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, with the confidence to liaise with consultants and suppliers directly.
- Planning & execution speed, and adherence to committed deadlines. Speed in execution is a key job requirement.
- Self-motivated and able to manage workload across multiple concurrent projects.
- Collaborative, with a genuine interest in learning and growing within a premium practice.
- Adaptable — willing to take on new processes and learn the specifics of our supplier network, project requirements, and New Zealand construction standards.
What We Offer
- A full-time position within a growing, design-led development practice with an active project pipeline.
- Direct mentorship from a registered architect and experienced development principal.
- Exposure to the full lifecycle of premium residential development — concept through to construction and fitout.
- A role where your output directly shapes the quality of what gets built.
- Competitive remuneration, based on experience.
How to Apply
Send your CV, portfolio, and a brief cover note outlining your experience and why this role is the right fit. Applications without a portfolio will not be considered.
Pay: ₹1,200,000.00 - ₹1,500,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Provident Fund
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Hiranandani Estate, Thane, Maharashtra: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Application Question(s):
- Please provide a link to your portfolio (applications without portfolio will not considered)
- Please draft a brief cover note outlining your experience and why this role is the right fit.
Experience:
- Design and Documentation: 4 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Architectural degree? (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
