JOB DESCRIPTION ARCHITECT
Company: Desirable Designs and Construction Pvt. Ltd. (DDC)
Department: Architecture & Design
Location: Bengaluru
Position: Architect
Experience: 2–5 Years
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Location: Work from Office
About DDC
Desirable Designs and Construction Pvt. Ltd. is a growing construction company delivering residential and commercial construction solutions. We focus on quality, thoughtful planning, innovative designs and customer satisfaction.
Plan Smart. Build Right. Live Better.
Job Summary
We are looking for a creative, detail-oriented and technically skilled Architect to join our team. The candidate will be responsible for architectural planning, 2D drawings, 3D visualisation, design development and coordination with structural engineers, project teams and clients.
The candidate should be capable of converting customer requirements into practical, functional and aesthetically appealing architectural designs while ensuring compliance with applicable building regulations.
Key Responsibilities
1. Architectural Planning & Design
- Prepare residential and commercial building plans.
- Develop 2D floor plans, elevations, sections and working drawings.
- Create space-efficient layouts based on client requirements.
- Prepare modern, contemporary and luxury elevation concepts.
- Ensure proper ventilation, natural lighting and space utilisation.
2. Software & 3D Visualisation
- Prepare architectural drawings using AutoCAD.
- Develop 3D models and realistic renders using SketchUp and Lumion.
- Prepare presentation drawings and design concepts for customers.
- Make design modifications based on customer feedback.
3. Technical Coordination
- Coordinate with structural engineers for structural drawings and design requirements.
- Coordinate with MEP teams for electrical, plumbing and other service requirements.
- Ensure architectural drawings are aligned with structural and execution requirements.
- Identify design conflicts and resolve them before site execution.
4. Client Coordination
- Understand customer requirements and design expectations.
- Present architectural concepts and explain layouts.
- Attend client meetings and incorporate approved revisions.
- Maintain clear communication regarding design changes and timelines.
5. Site & Execution Coordination
- Conduct site visits whenever required.
- Coordinate with site engineers and project managers.
- Clarify drawing-related queries during construction.
- Ensure site execution follows approved architectural drawings.
- Review deviations and recommend appropriate design solutions.
6. Documentation & Project Management
- Maintain updated architectural drawings and revision records.
- Prepare and release drawings within agreed timelines.
- Coordinate with internal teams for timely project progress.
- Maintain proper documentation of customer-approved drawings.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Architecture.
- 2–5 years of relevant experience in residential or commercial projects.
- Strong knowledge of AutoCAD.
- Working proficiency in SketchUp and Lumion.
- Knowledge of architectural planning, elevations and working drawings.
- Understanding of building construction and local building regulations.
- Good communication and client-handling skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Kannada communication skills preferred.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Timely completion and submission of architectural drawings.
- Accuracy and quality of 2D plans and working drawings.
- Quality of 3D visualisations and presentations.
- Timely incorporation of customer-approved changes.
- Coordination with structural, MEP and site teams.
- Minimum drawing errors and site-level design discrepancies.
- Customer satisfaction and design approval timelines.
- Proper maintenance of project drawings and documentation.
Important Employment Requirements
- This is a full-time, work-from-office position.
- Regular office attendance is mandatory.
- The Architect must coordinate with internal teams and attend client meetings as required.
- Site visits are part of the role.
- Timely completion of assigned projects and responsibilities is expected.
DDC – Plan Smart. Build Right. Live Better..