Senior Architect (Designer)

About this role

This role is for one of Weekday’s clients

Salary range: Rs 1000000

• Rs 1800000 (ie INR 10 - 18 LPA)

Min Experience: 8+ years

Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

JobType: full-time

The Senior Architect drives the architectural design of projects — from design development through construction documentation. This role requires both design sensibility and technical rigour, ensuring that the architectural intent is beautifully conceived and precisely buildable.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Lead architectural design development for assigned projects
• Prepare and review architectural drawings — plans, sections, elevations, and details
• Develop construction documentation packages — GFC drawings, schedules, specifications
• Coordinate with structural, MEP, and landscape consultants for design integration
• Review and approve shop drawings and material submittals for architectural elements
• Conduct site visits to verify architectural execution quality
• Guide and review work of junior architects and draftspersons in the team
• Participate in client design presentations and respond to design queries
• Key Result Areas (KRAs)
• Drawing delivery: All architectural drawings issued per programme — zero delays to site
• Quality: Zero site-rejected drawings due to design errors
• Coordination: All consultant coordination completed before GFC drawing issue

Must-Have Qualifications

• 5+ years of architectural design experience
• High-rise residential experience mandatory
• B.Arch qualification
• Expert proficiency in AutoCAD; Revit / BIM preferred
• Strong detailing skills — facades, joinery, material interfaces

Must-have skills

• Design Development, architecture, Residential

Good-to-have skills

• High-rise, Luxury, GFC