Sr. Architectural Design Manager - Banglore

Job Description:

Position – Sr. Architectural Design Manager

Location - Embassy Maanyata Business Park,Outer Ring Road, Nagavara, Bangalore, Karnataka. 5660045

Job Time - 9:00am - 6:00pm

About Us We are a company established in 1972 with a team of Architects and Engineers pursuing a clear vision of delivering projects that meet both the needs of clients and fulfil the very essence of design sustainability. Having completed over 800+ varied projects across all industries and across all emirates of the UAE, we are one of the few design offices that understand the dynamics of project development in the region. Our team has handled projects such as high-rise towers, infrastructure planning, mixed-use facilities, Industrial logistics, luxury homes, etc.

 Key Responsibilities

Leadership and Management

• Lead and manage the Bangalore architectural team, including architects, BIM architects and draftsmen.
• Allocate resources, monitor workloads, and ensure timely delivery of design outputs.
• Mentor and develop team skills, with a focus on BIM-based design workflows.
• Conduct regular design and BIM model reviews, QA/QC checks, and performance appraisals.

Design & Technical Oversight

• Oversee architectural design from concept through construction documentation (CD/IFC).
• Ensure compliance with UAE building codes, Dubai Municipality standards, and project-specific requirements.
• Review design layouts, materials, finishes, and architectural details.
• Coordinate closely with Structural and MEP teams to ensure design integration and constructability.
• Supervise production of architectural drawings, 3D models, and visualizations. QA/QC Coordination
• Collaborate with the QA/QC department for review and approval of architectural deliverables.
• Ensure that the Bangalore team’s outputs are prepared to QA/QC standards before formal review. • Implement QA/QC recommendations and address any feedback promptly.
• Participate in QA/QC review meetings as required, clarifying design intent or resolving queries.

BIM Management

• Lead BIM workflows for the architectural team, ensuring accurate 3D models, clash detection, and coordination with Structural and MEP disciplines.
• Maintain proper version control, documentation, and standardized BIM practices.
• Guide the team on advanced BIM tools and processes to improve efficiency and reduce errors flagged by QA/QC.
• Coordinate with BIM Manager in Dubai, if required. Project Coordination & Communication
• Act as the main liaison between Bangalore and Dubai architectural teams.
• Participate in design coordination meetings, client presentations, and multidisciplinary workshops • Report project status, highlight risks, and propose solutions to the Dubai management team
• Ensure smooth handover of deliverables to Dubai office and clients.

Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s degree in Architecture.
• Overall, 25 years’ experience with minimum 10 years of Architectural design experience, with at least 5 years in a managerial or leadership role.
• Proven experience delivering residential, commercial, hospitality, or mixed-use projects.
• Technical Expertise:

✓ Expert in BIM workflows, including clash detection, coordination, and 3D modelling.

 ✓ Ability to integrate architectural BIM models with Structural and MEP disciplines.

✓ Expert in Advanced proficiency in Revit Architecture, AutoCAD, SketchUp, 3DS Max, Lumion, Photoshop, or similar tools.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and project coordination skills.
• UAE Experience is a major consideration