Position: Architect / Project Architect
Experience: 4–5 Years
About Aark Design Studio
Aark Design Studio is a young and growing architectural practice (~3 years old), focused on delivering thoughtful, high-quality and efficient design solutions across residential, commercial and mixed-use developments. We believe in strong concepts, disciplined execution, and a collaborative, happy workplace. We are backed by a founding team that have over 20 years of experience in the field and a network of people with deep knowledge and expertise into all aspects of construction.
Role & Responsibilities
1. Design & Client Coordination
- Develop architectural concepts from initial brief through final design presentation
- Quickly understand client needs and translate them into elegant, functional solutions
- Prepare concept drawings, presentation material and design proposals within committed timelines
- Prepare sales drawings, area statements, presentation layouts and marketing material including brochure inputs
- Coordinate SketchUp models, renderings and walkthroughs with visualization teams
2. Statutory & Authority Documentation
- Prepare and manage drawings for government approvals and sanctions
- Strong understanding of local bye-laws, zoning regulations, setbacks, buffers and statutory norms
- Ensure drawings match land records, boundaries and survey documentation
- Incorporate Vastu principles as a primary design requirement
- Identify design challenges early and propose effective planning solutions
3. Detailed Design & Execution
- Coordinate with structural, electrical, plumbing, HVAC and all other consultants
- Integrate services into architectural drawings seamlessly
- Prepare complete GFC (Good For Construction) drawings with proper layering and detailing
- Issue tender drawings and support tender finalization
- Finalize materials and specifications aligned with design intent and project budgets
4. Construction & Site Management
- Work closely with Quantity Survey, Quality and Procurement teams
- Coordinate with site engineers and issue detailed drawings well in advance
- Conduct regular site visits to monitor quality and progressIdentify site issues, prepare presentations and ensure timely resolution
- Attend and conduct site meetings, internal reviews, vendor meetings and client meetings
- Update the Project Billing Team after each stage of work completion
Technical Skills & Tools
- AutoCAD / ZWCAD – for detailed architectural drawings
- SketchUp – for 3D modeling and design development
- V-Ray / Lumion – for high-quality renderings and visualizations
- Revit and BIM, for all detail drawings and for as built drawing generation
- Rhino – for advanced form development and complex geometry (preferred)
- Preparation of area statements, schedules and detailed documentation
- Understanding of Green Building Rating Systems such as GRIHA / LEED or equivalent, with sensitivity to sustainable design practices
Standards & Quality Expectations
- Ability to deliver fast, efficient and high-quality design solutions
- Excellent attention to detail and drawing accuracy
- All drawings must be internally reviewed and signed off before release
- Maintain professional documentation and drawing standards at every project stage
Personal & Professional Attributes
- Highly committed to architecture and construction
- Strong communication and coordination abilities (Must have)
- High sense of ownership and accountability
- Team-oriented, collaborative and supportive
- Positive attitude — enjoys work and contributes to a lively office culture
- Curious, eager to learn and grow with the organization
Why Join Aark Design Studio?
- Involvement from concept to completion
- Accelerated learning and professional growth
- Supportive, collaborative and enjoyable work environment
- Daily work has strong impact on outcomes and growth of the company
- We practice a relatively flat work hierarchy with minimal overhead
- Your ideas will be heard, nurtured and refined every step of the way
- Culture is very important to us - Clear communication, Precision with craft, Embody empathy and always have a growth mindset by pushing boundaries meaningfully.
- Lastly, we are an organization that rewards leadership, ownership and the ability to take decisions and make things happen.