Zachariah Consultants - Senior Architect/Senior Design Manager - High Rise & Landmark Projects

Senior Architect / Senior Design Manager - High-Rise & Landmark Projects

Location: Bangalore (Applicants should be currently based in Bangalore)

Job Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking a visionary Senior Architect / Senior Design Manager with 12+ years of proven experience in shaping high-rise and large-scale residential or mixed-use developments. This is a leadership role for someone who thrives on delivering iconic projects, driving design excellence, and inspiring teams to push boundaries in architecture and urban design.

As the design lead, you will oversee the entire journey-from concept creation to construction execution-ensuring every project reflects innovation, technical precision, and world-class quality.

Key Responsibilities

Design Leadership & Innovation

- Spearhead architectural design for high-rise and large-scale projects.

- Create bold, functional, and sustainable solutions that set new benchmarks.

- Safeguard design integrity and elevate quality across all phases.

Project Strategy & Delivery

- Drive project planning, coordination, and execution to meet timelines and budgets.

- Oversee concept designs, schematic layouts, detailed drawings, and construction documentation.

- Ensure compliance with codes, regulations, and global best practices.

Team Leadership & Mentorship

- Lead and inspire a team of architects and designers.

- Foster a culture of collaboration, creativity, and high performance.

- Review outputs to ensure alignment with vision and standards.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

- Act as the face of the project with clients, consultants, and contractors.

- Lead presentations, design reviews, and progress discussions.

- Build strong relationships and ensure clarity on expectations.

Technical Excellence

- Oversee production of high-quality architectural drawings and documentation.

- Ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance at every stage.

- Maintain meticulous records of design changes and approvals.

Quality & Continuous Improvement

- Champion design integrity and compliance.

- Drive innovation in processes, efficiency, and sustainability.

Desired Candidate Profile

- Proven track record in high-rise and large-scale residential/mixed-use projects (preferred).

- Strong background in the architectural construction industry (non-IT).

- Expertise in design management, project coordination, and delivery.

- Exceptional leadership, communication, and client-handling skills.

- Ability to inspire teams and manage complex stakeholder environments.

- Candidates should not be self-employed / freelance professionals.

Technical Skills

- AutoCAD (Advanced proficiency - preferred).

- Working knowledge of Revit, SketchUp, Lumion, V-Ray (added advantage).

- Strong grasp of building codes, regulations, and construction processes.

- Familiarity with sustainable design practices is an advantage.

Qualifications

- Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) - Preferred

- Master of Architecture (M.Arch) - Added advantage