Architect (Sr. Manager Level)

Strategic •Survey the environment to keep abreast of trends and best practices in the area of architecture & engineering in the Real Estate industry, nationally and internationally; Provide inputs to superiors for developing appropriate strategies to address / incorporate the same in BEL •Maintain a global design consultant / architect / service consultant database; Periodically update the same through continuous research and market scanning Operational •Liaise and build relationships with design consultants / architects / service consultants (existing and new) to ensure cost effective and preferential services for BEL •Drive implementation of Department SOPs and ensure consistency of Design & Development practices across the Organization •Work closely with the Business Development Department to understand land details (land usage, proposed development, CDP parameters etc.); Assist the Head – Design & Development in conducting the feasibility study from a design perspective •Work closely with the Legal and Liaison Departments to obtain project planning information and documents such as topographical & land survey map etc. •Develop the Architect Brief containing project details such as vision, size, type etc.; Submit the same to the design consultants / architects in a timely manner •Conduct preliminary discussions and negotiations with design consultants / architects / service consultants •Work closely with design consultants / architects to: –Provide inputs to them for design & detailing as per project requirements in a timely manner –Obtain conceptual drawings and schematics as per agreed timelines •Evaluate design quotes and analyze conceptual drawings & schematics; Provide inputs to the Head – Design & Development •Work closely with service consultants / architects to obtain service drawings and drive value engineering initiatives •Review and submit marketing collateral information (area statement, sale plan, specifications, perspectives etc.) to the Marketing Department •Monitor timely preparation and submission of drawings and documents required for obtaining applicable approvals / sanctions from statutory authorities to the Liaison Department •Work closely with the Commercial and Quantity Survey Departments to provide support in preparing BOQ and tender drawings •Maintain a database of all designs and related documentation •Maintain periodic Department MIS; Highlight issues to the Head – Design & Development Financial •Assist in the evaluation of the cost impact of various design options; Drive cost savings through negotiations with design consultants / architects / service consultants •Monitor and ensure adherence to the Department budget People •Conduct performance appraisals of subordinates •Assess and fulfil training and career development requirements •Foster an environment of learning, excellence and innovation within all aspects of team work •Mentor and coach subordinates to develop the team’s capabilities