Company: TRU Realty Pvt Ltd

Department: Design and Development

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Mode: In-office

Location: Dadar West, Mumbai

About the Company:

TRU Realty Pvt Ltd is an emerging, new-age real estate developer recognized among the Forbes India Select 200 Companies and certified as a Great Place to Work. Operating primarily across Pune and Mumbai, we focus on making the home-buying journey transparent, reliable, and data-driven.

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Senior Design Architect to join our in-house design team. In this role, you will act as the critical link between creative architectural vision, regulatory compliance, and project profitability. You will lead the design management of large-scale residential and commercial projects across Mumbai, ensuring that all developments are optimized for space, cost, and market appeal while strictly adhering to local development norms.

Key Responsibilities

Feasibility & Concept Development:

- Conduct comprehensive site feasibility studies, yield analyses, and massing exercises for prospective land acquisitions.
- Calculate and optimize Floor Space Index (FSI), Floor Area Ratio (FAR), and Net Saleable Area (NSA) to maximize commercial returns.
- Develop initial concept master plans and unit layouts that align with the business brief and target demographic.

Design Management & Coordination:

- Serve as the primary liaison between the developer and external architectural, structural, interior, and MEP consultants.
- Review, redline, and approve all concept designs, schematic designs, and Good for Construction (GFC) drawings.
- Ensure all consultant deliverables meet project timelines, budget constraints, and quality standards.

Regulatory Compliance & Approvals:

- Apply deep knowledge of Mumbais Development Control Regulations (DCR), Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) guidelines,



and high-rise fire safety norms to all project designs.
- Proactively design to facilitate smooth BMC approvals and mitigate the risk of costly redesigns during the liaison process.

Value Engineering & Execution Support:

- Identify continuous value engineering opportunities to reduce construction costs, minimize wasted space (e.g., inefficient elevator cores), and optimize material selections.
- Conduct periodic site visits during the execution phase to ensure adherence to the design intent.
- Resolve on-site design clashes, respond to contractor Requests for Information (RFIs), and approve material mock-ups.

The Ideal Candidate Qualifications & Experience:

- Bachelors degree in architecture (B.Arch). A masters degree (M.Arch).
- Registered with the Council of Architecture (COA).
- 10+ years of proven experience, with a significant portion spent working directly for a real estate developer in Mumbai.
- Strong portfolio showcasing successful high-density residential towers, luxury developments, or mixed-use commercial projects from concept to handover.

Skills & Competencies:

- Technical: Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit, and MS Office. Familiarity with BIM coordination is highly preferred.
- Commercial Acumen: Deep understanding of real estate economics, project budgeting, and space optimization.
- Regulatory: Expert-level understanding of Mumbai municipal codes, building bylaws, and environmental clearances.
- Leadership: Exceptional project management, stakeholder coordination, and conflict resolution skills.

Perks and Benefits:

- Competitive base salary with an industry-leading, performance-based incentives.
- Opportunity to work with a forward-thinking, technology-first real estate brand.
- Rapid career growth opportunities and an opportunity to work with a Outstanding Place to Work certified organization.

To apply, share your resume on [email protected]

📌 Design Architect (Mumbai)
🏢 TRU Realty
📍 Mumbai