Position: Deputy General Manager (DGM) – Architect

Industry: Real Estate / Construction

Project Type: Residential Projects

Qualification: Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch)

Experience: 8–12 Years

Job Location: PCMC

Employment Type: Permanent / On-Roll

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and skilled DGM – Architect to lead and coordinate architectural design and development activities for residential projects. The candidate will work closely with senior management, Heads of Departments (HODs), architects, consultants, and project teams to ensure effective design development, statutory compliance, and smooth project execution.

The ideal candidate should have strong experience in residential project design and development, coordination with multidisciplinary teams, and liaisoning with relevant authorities for approvals and permissions.

Key Responsibilities1. Architectural Design & Development

- Lead architectural design and development activities for residential projects, including high-rise buildings, apartments, and housing developments.
- Review architectural concepts, layouts, floor plans, elevations, sections, and detailed drawings.
- Ensure designs meet project requirements, functional needs, aesthetic standards, and applicable development regulations.
- Coordinate design revisions based on management inputs, project requirements, and consultant recommendations.
- Review drawings for design feasibility, space utilization, constructability, and cost efficiency.
- Ensure timely completion and approval of architectural drawings at various project stages.

1. Project Planning & Coordination

- Work closely with senior management and HODs to understand project objectives, timelines, and design expectations.
- Coordinate with structural, MEP, landscape, façade, and other consultants to ensure integrated design development.
- Ensure architectural drawings are aligned with structural and MEP requirements.
- Identify design conflicts and coordinate with relevant teams to resolve them.
- Monitor design deliverables and ensure timely submission of drawings for project execution.
- Participate in design review meetings and project coordination meetings.

1. Liaisoning & Statutory Approvals

- Coordinate with relevant government departments, local authorities, and approval agencies for residential project approvals.




- Follow up on building plan approvals, development permissions, and other statutory approvals as applicable.
- Coordinate with liaisoning consultants, architects, and internal teams for approval-related documentation.
- Ensure architectural designs comply with applicable building regulations, development control rules, and local authority requirements.
- Track approval status and coordinate timely resolution of queries or observations raised by authorities.
- Maintain proper records of approved drawings, permissions, and statutory documents.

1. Consultant & Stakeholder Management

- Coordinate with external architects, design consultants, liaisoning consultants, and technical agencies.
- Review consultant submissions and provide feedback to ensure compliance with project requirements.
- Ensure consultants deliver drawings and documents within agreed timelines.
- Work closely with construction, planning, contracts, sales, and project management teams.
- Communicate design changes and ensure all relevant stakeholders are informed.

1. Design Quality & Technical Review

- Review architectural drawings, working drawings, and construction details.
- Ensure drawings are accurate, coordinated, and suitable for execution.
- Identify design gaps, discrepancies, and potential construction challenges before execution.
- Ensure compliance with relevant building codes, accessibility requirements, fire safety provisions, and applicable regulations.
- Support value engineering initiatives to improve design efficiency and optimize project costs without compromising quality.
- Ensure proper version control and documentation of drawings and design changes.

1. Project Monitoring & Management Reporting

- Monitor architectural design progress against project schedules.
- Provide regular updates to management regarding design status, pending approvals, and critical issues.
- Identify potential delays and coordinate corrective actions.




- Support project budgeting and design-related cost optimization.
- Maintain design trackers, approval trackers, and consultant coordination records.
- Participate in management reviews and provide technical recommendations.

1. Team Leadership

- Guide and supervise architects, design coordinators, and other team members.
- Allocate responsibilities and monitor the quality and timely completion of deliverables.
- Encourage coordination between internal teams and external consultants.
- Support problem-solving and decision-making on architectural and design-related matters.

Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) from a recognized institution.
- 8–12 years of relevant professional experience.
- Robust experience in architectural design and development of residential projects.
- Practical exposure to liaisoning, statutory approvals, and coordination with local authorities.
- Experience working with senior management, HODs, and multidisciplinary consultants.

Technical Skills Required
- Residential architectural planning and design development.
- Preparation and review of architectural drawings.
- Working drawings, floor plans, elevations, and sections.
- Building regulations and development control requirements.
- Liaisoning and statutory approval coordination.
- Consultant and stakeholder management.
- Design coordination with structural and MEP teams.
- Knowledge of AutoCAD and relevant architectural design software.
- Strong documentation, planning, and reporting skills.

Key Competencies
- Leadership and team management
- Strong communication and coordination
- Analytical and problem-solving ability
- Decision-making and stakeholder management
- Time management and planning
- Attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities

Preferred Candidate Profile Candidates with experience in real estate developers, residential construction companies, or architectural design firms handling large-scale residential projects will be preferred.

The candidate should be comfortable coordinating with senior management, internal departments, external consultants, and local authorities to ensure smooth design development and timely statutory approvals.

Pay: ₹12,000.00 - ₹152,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

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