Job Summary
We are seeking a Design Manager to lead the coordination of outsourced design consultants and manage an in-house architectural design team responsible for translating concept designs into execution-ready architectural drawings. The role demands expertise in Bangalore s building
bylaws strong team leadership and the ability to ensure seamless alignment between consultants internal teams and on-site execution.
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Key Responsibilities
1. Design Coordination & Oversight
- Act as the primary liaison between external consultants (architects MEP structural) and internal teams.
- Ensure all outsourced designs (concept structural landscape interiors) align with project goals and regulatory standards.
- Conduct design audits to resolve conflicts and maintain coherence across disciplines.
2. In-House Design Development & Team Management
- Lead an internal project design team to develop detailed architectural/technical drawings (GFC working drawings) from consultant-provided concept designs.
- Ensure drawings are execution-ready compliant with codes and optimized for on-site implementation.
- Collaborate with consultants to clarify design intent and resolve ambiguities during drawing development.
- Mentor and manage the performance of the in-house design team ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards.
3. Timeline & Deliverable Management
- Oversee design schedules for both consultants and the internal team ensuring milestones are met.
- Track deliverables (concept drawings GFCs approvals) for accuracy and compliance.
4. Regulatory Compliance & Approvals
- Lead end-to-end approvals (BBMP BDA Fire Services) for projects ensuring designs meet Bangalore s bylaws and zoning norms.
- Advise consultants and internal teams on compliance strategies and documentation.
5. Stakeholder Communication
- Present design progress approvals status and risks to senior management.
- Facilitate collaboration between consultants contractors and internal stakeholders.
6. Risk Management
- Mitigate risks related to design discrepancies approval delays or coordination gaps.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation for audits and legal requirements.
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Qualifications
- Bachelor s/Master s degree in Architecture ( mandatory).
- 7 8 years of experience in real estate/construction including 4 years managing design teams.
- Proven track record in developing execution-ready drawings from concept designs.
- Expertise in Bangalore s building approval processes (BDA BBMP KSPCB).
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Revit Sketchup BIM and collaboration tools
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Key Skills
- Strong leadership and team management abilities.
- Expertise in architectural detailing and technical drawing standards.
- Excellent project management negotiation and problem-solving skills.
- In-depth knowledge of building codes bylaws and sustainability norms.
- Fluency in English and Kannada (preferred).
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