Job Description: Senior Architect – Large Commercial Project (>1.2 million sq ft)
Location: Pune

Role Overview
We are looking for an experienced Senior Architect to lead design development, statutory approvals, and project coordination for large IT parks and mixed-use commercial projects. As Design & Approvals Lead, you will manage the process from concept through approvals to project kick-off, working closely with internal teams, consultants, and site teams. The ideal candidate has proven end-to-end project coordination experience, solid ownership of timelines, stakeholder alignment, and ensuring design readiness.

Key Responsibilities
1. Project Coordination & Planning
- Act as the central coordination point between design consultants, internal stakeholders, and site teams. - Prepare and monitor project schedules related to design development, approvals, and pre-construction readiness. - Ensure alignment between design intent, statutory requirements, and project timelines. - Identify risks and dependencies early and drive timely resolution.
2. Design Management
- Coordinate with architects, structural, MEP, façade, and specialist consultants for integrated design delivery. - Review drawings for completeness, inter-disciplinary coordination, and readiness for approvals and execution. - Lead design coordination meetings and ensure closure of action points within defined timelines. - Maintain design documentation and version control.
3. Statutory Approvals & Compliance
- Manage and track statutory approvals and submissions with relevant authorities.




-Complete knowledge of local DC rules, Fire Codes, NBC, MOEF/State Pollution control rules is must . - Coordinate preparation and submission of drawings, documents, and technical clarifications required for approvals. - Maintain approval trackers and ensure compliance with applicable regulations and development controls.
4. Site Kick-off & Mobilization
- Ensure readiness of approved drawings, permits, and documentation prior to construction commencement. - Coordinate with project execution teams for a smooth transition from the design to the construction stage. - Support onboarding and coordination of consultants and contractors during early project phases.
5. Reporting & Stakeholder Management
- Provide regular updates to senior management on project status, approvals, risks, and timelines. - Facilitate communication between multiple stakeholders to ensure timely decision-making. - Maintain structured reporting and documentation practices.

Qualification
- Bachelor’s degree in architecture from a recognized institution.
Experience
- Min 10 years of relevant experience in IT parks, mixed-use commercial, or premium residential developments.
Must have handled at least one large-scale project from design inception through approvals and site commencement in a project coordination or design management role to completion/handover .

Pay: ₹90,000.00 - ₹1,500,000.00 per month

Benefits:

- Cell phone reimbursement
- Flexible schedule
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

📌 Senior Architect (India)
🏢 Suma Shilp
📍 India