03 Aug
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Weekday AI
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Bengaluru
03 Aug
Weekday AI
Bengaluru
This role is for one of the Weekday's clients
Salary range: Rs ******* - Rs ******* (ie INR ***** LPA)
Min Experience: 15 years
Location: Bengaluru
JobType: full-time
The Head of Design Consultancy will lead the architectural design function across all office locations, ensuring design excellence, operational consistency, and seamless delivery of large-scale healthcare projects. This role requires a balanced mix of creative vision, technical expertise, project leadership, and strong team management capabilities. You will oversee multidisciplinary coordination—including architecture, structural engineering, MEP, interiors, landscape, and civil teams—while ensuring high-quality outcomes, compliance with regulatory norms, and on-time project execution. The position is central to driving innovation, maintaining design standards, strengthening client relationships, and elevating the organization's design practice at a national and international level.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic & Team Leadership
Develop and implement design strategies aligned with organizational goals.
Create and maintain standard processes, documentation formats, and quality checks for all offices.
Monitor key performance metrics related to productivity, quality, and client satisfaction.
Lead and guide a team of architects, designers, and visualisation professionals across regions.
Conduct regular design reviews and team coordination meetings.
Design & Innovation
Oversee conceptual, schematic, and detailed design stages for major projects.
Encourage innovation through sustainable design approaches, building technologies, and digital tools like BIM and parametric design.
Project Coordination
Manage the full design delivery process from concept to construction drawings.
Review designs to ensure compliance with local regulations, NBC codes, and other statutory requirements.
Ensure projects are delivered within timelines and budgets.
Client Interaction & Business Support
Participate in client meetings, design presentations, and project discussions.
Support business development by contributing to proposals, project pitches, and resource planning.
Build and maintain strong client relationships through consistent communication and quality outputs.
Quality Control & Compliance
Implement QA/QC processes for drawing sets and documentation.
Conduct regular checks for regulatory compliance and accuracy.
Ensure the effective use of tools such as Revit, AutoCAD, and BIM 360 for project coordination.
People Development
Identify and develop talent within the architectural team.
Organize training sessions on new tools, technologies, and design standards.
Provide continuous feedback and mentoring to help team members grow.
What Makes You a Great Fit
Bachelor's degree in Architecture is required; a Master's degree is preferred.
***** years of professional experience with at least 5 years in a senior or leadership role.
Registered Architect with the Council of Architecture (COA).
Solid experience in handling healthcare projects and multidisciplinary design coordination.
Proficiency in BIM, AutoCAD, Revit, and related tools.
Ability to lead and manage multi-location design teams.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Good problem-solving abilities and a proactive attitude.
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Passion for high-quality design, innovation, and continuous improvement.
📌 Head Design Consultancy (Architect) (Bengaluru)
🏢 Weekday AI
📍 Bengaluru