JOB PURPOSE The AGM
- Design plays a pivotal role in shaping the visual and functional excellence of airport interiors, ensuring alignment with global standards. This role is responsible for conceptualizing, strategizing, and overseeing the execution of high-quality finishes that enhance the terminal’s ambience and passenger experience. By integrating innovation, compliance, and cost-effective design solutions, the role ensures seamless project execution while maintaining aesthetic and functional integrity, to uphold excellence in airport design and infrastructure. ORGANISATION CHART AGM â Design --> Chief Executive Officer
- DIAL --> Head â Finishes KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Responsibilities Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Design Strategy & Concept Development
• Develop and monitor the implementation of architectural and interior design concepts aligned with world-class airport standards & industry norms.
• Strategize the inclusion of current elements like artwork, upgraded materials, and functional improvements.
• Ensure conceptualization aligns with site feasibility, utilizing industry-standard software (AutoCAD 2D/3D, SketchUp, Photoshop, BIM, Lumion, Revit).
• Establish design iteration timelines and approval cycles to streamline design processes.
• Review and refine spatial layouts to optimize functionality, passenger flow, and commercial viability while maintaining design integrity and aesthetic coherence.
• Review and approve detailed joinery, millwork, ceiling designs and other architectural designs to maintain consistency in finishes.
• Design Approval Turnaround Time
• Design Feasibility Success Rate AOP, Budget & Financial Management
• Give inputs for the AOP Preparation for the department.
• Prepare comprehensive Bills of Quantities (BOQs), estimates, and specifications for procurement and execution.
• Assess cost variations, rate analyses, and budgeting for new materials and finishes, as per the requirement.
• Achievement of the targets defined in AOP




• Deviation from department budget â Budgeted vs. Actuals Planning & Execution of Finishes
• Oversee the transition from conceptual design to approved execution plans, ensuring compliance with site constraints.
• Guide the creation of detailed mock-ups for approved concepts to facilitate visualization and refinement.
• Manage SAP documentation for work awards, including Non-Financial Approvals (NFAs) and other necessary approvals.
• Design to Execution Plan Timeline Adherence
• Mock-up Success Rate Compliance & Quality Assurance
• Conduct design reviews for any new unit additions, ensuring alignment with established aesthetics and functional standards.
• Monitor execution activities to prevent deviations from design standards, ensuring uniformity and quality.
• Number of Designs Reviewed Vs. Finalized
• Quality Compliance in Design Performance Metrics & Innovation
• Set benchmarks for approval timelines, concept iterations, and specification finalization.
• Monitor competitor initiatives and industry trends to introduce innovative design strategies.
• Continuously refine and adapt execution strategies based on project complexity and airport functional requirements.
• Innovation Adoption Rate
• Passenger Feedback KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Additional Details Responsibilities Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Team Development & Management
• Conduct periodic evaluations, identify training needs, facilitate skill development programs, and enhance team competencies.
• Address team concerns, provide guidance, and create opportunities for professional growth.
• Foster a culture of collaboration,



accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Attrition rates
• Employee Engagement scores EXTERNAL INTERACTIONS
• Airport stakeholders, hospitality operators, commercial tenants, and branding consultants. INTERNAL INTERACTIONS
• Detailed discussion with concerned interdepartmental teams for design requirements to analyze the dependability.
• Regular interaction with other disciplines for getting necessary support/ input in terms of required building services FINANCIAL DIMENSIONS
• Capex
• Opex OTHER DIMENSIONS
• Manage and mentor a design team of at least 1 GM, 2 AGMs, 2 Managers, 3 architects or designers, overseeing daily workflows, quality, and coordination. EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS
• B. Arch (Required)
• M. Arch (Preferred) RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
• 10+ Years of total experience
• At least 7-8 Years of experience of Interior design & Finishes COMPETENCIES
• Networking
• Personal Effectiveness
• Teamwork & Interpersonal influence
• Stakeholder Focus
• Entrepreneurship
• Capability Building
• Social Awareness
• Planning & Decision Making
• Execution & Results
• Strategic Orientation
• Problem Solving & Analytical Thinking
• Finishing Works (Proficient)
• Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment Integration (Proficient)
• Retail Design and Fit Out (Proficient)
• Materials and Finishes Selection Knowledge (Proficient)
• Exterior Envelope and Façade Works (Proficient)
• Universal Design and Accessibility Standards (Proficient)
• Value Engineering (Proficient)
• Lighting and Acoustics in Passenger Terminals (Proficient)
• Egress Planning (Proficient)
• Interior Landscaping and Art Integration (Proficient)
• Quality Control (Proficient)
• Architecture and Visualization Software Proficiency (Proficient)
• Ergonomic Design Knowledge (Proficient)
• Aesthetic Ideation and Branding (Proficient)

📌 AGM - Design & Finishes (Hyderabad)
🏢 GMR Group
📍 Hyderabad