AGM - Design -

GMR Group; Delhi; Hybrid; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

GMR Group seeks an AGM - Design to lead architectural and interior design for airport interiors, ensuring world-class finishes and passenger experience. The role requires conceptualizing strategies and overseeing execution while maintaining aesthetic and functional integrity.

Candidate should have 10+ years in design/finishes, with 7-8 years in interior design and finishes, and proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, BIM, Revit, Lumion, and Photoshop.

Qualifications

• B. Arch degree is required and registered.
• Total design/finishes experience of 10+ years.
• 7-8+ years in interior design & finishes.
• Proficiency in architectural visualization software (AutoCAD, SketchUp, BIM, Revit).

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor architectural and interior design concepts aligned with world-class airport standards and industry norms.
• Review and approve detailed joinery, millwork, ceiling designs to maintain finishes consistency.
• Oversee the transition from conceptual design to approved execution plans, ensuring site constraint compliance.
• Guide mock-ups for approved concepts to facilitate visualization and refinement.
• Manage SAP documentation for work awards, including NFAs and approvals.

Skills

Teamwork & Interpersonal influence

Networking

Planning & Decision Making

Execution & Results

Strategic Orientation

Problem Solving & Analytical Thinking

Personal Effectiveness

Stakeholder Focus

Entrepreneurship

Capability Building

Social Awareness

Finite design philosophy

Quality Control

Ergonomic Design Knowledge

Aesthetic Ideation & Branding

Education

B. Arch (Required)

M. Arch (Preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD 2D/3D

SketchUp

Photoshop

BIM

Lumion

Revit

Job description

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

Responsibilities

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

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 new 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

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)