Assistant Manager Architecture

M5 Mahendra Group; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

M5 Mahendra Group, Bengaluru-based, seeks an Assistant Manager – Design & Architecture to coordinate with consultants, ensuring compliance and assisting execution teams to deliver high-quality, commercially viable architectural designs for diverse projects.

You will support design development from concept through GFC, track submissions, assist statutory approvals, tender drawings, and site coordination while collaborating with internal teams and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture (B.Arch) mandatory.
• 4–7 years of relevant architectural design experience.
• Experience in residential and/or commercial project design coordination.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with consultants for inputs and approvals.
• Support design development from concept to GFC.
• Participate in site visits and resolve RFIs.
• Coordinate tender drawings and GFC drawings.
• Ensure compliance with building codes and regulatory approvals.

Skills

Design coordination

Consultant coordination across

BIM and 3D visualization

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Communication skills

Documentation and detail

Team collaboration

Project lifecycle knowledge

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture (B.Arch)

Master’s Degree in Architecture / Urban Design / Planning

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SketchUp

Job description

Bangalore South, India | Posted on 10/22/2026

M5 Mahendra Group is a Bengaluru-headquartered multi-conglomerate with over 35 years of experience across Infrastructure, Residential, Retail, Finance, Agri, and Hospitality, with a strong presence across South India.

Over the years, the group has delivered projects that support urban development and long-term growth in the region. Our work is based on consistent quality, timely execution, and strong working relationships.

We follow clear processes and practical decision-making, with a focus on steady and sustainable growth. Each project is planned and executed with long-term use in mind.

People are central to our organization. At M5 Mahendra Group, we provide a work environment that encourages learning, teamwork, and career growth across multiple business verticals, giving our teams the opportunity to contribute to projects that support the nation’s future.

Job Description

RoleObjective

The Assistant Manager – Design &Architecture supports the design development process by coordinating withconsultants, ensuring compliance, and assisting execution teams to deliverhigh-quality, functional, and commercially viable architectural designs.

KeyResponsibility Areas (KRA)

1. Design Brief Development & ConsultantCoordination

• Assist in preparing design briefs in alignment with project vision,market needs, and regulatory requirements.
  
• Coordinate with consultants (architectural, structural, MEP,interiors, façade, sustainability) for inputs and deliverables.
  

2. Concept Design & Internal Coordination

• Support the development and refinement of design concepts withinternal teams (sales, marketing, finance).
  
• Ensure consultant designs align with project objectives andcommercial considerations.
  

3. Schematic & Design Development Support

• Coordinate with consultants to progress schematic and detaileddesign stages.
  
• Track design submissions, revisions, and approvals to ensureadherence to timelines.
  

4. Statutory Approvals & ComplianceSupport

• Assist in preparation and submission of statutory drawings anddocumentation.
  
• Follow up with consultants and internal teams to addressapproval-related queries.
  

5. Tender Documentation & GFC Drawings

• Support preparation and review of tender drawings anddocumentation.
  
• Coordinate issuance of Good for Construction (GFC) drawings as perproject timelines.
  
• Assist in material selection processes in coordination withconsultants and procurement teams.
  
• Support review of samples, mock-ups, and specifications prior toexecution.
  

7. Site Support & Execution Coordination

• Participate in site visits to ensure design intent is beingfollowed.
  
• Assist in resolving RFIs and coordinating with consultants fortechnical clarifications.
  

8. Stakeholder Coordination

• Support communication of design details to internal teams andstakeholders.
  
• Assist in addressing basic design-related queries from executionteams.
  
• Support usage of BIM, 3D modelling, and other digital tools fordesign coordination.
  
• Maintain organized design documentation and records.
  
• Collaborate with team members and support junior staff whenrequired.
  
• Actively participate in learning and development initiatives.
  

Key Skills

• Basic understanding of design brief preparation and projectrequirements
  
• Consultant coordination across architectural and engineeringdisciplines
  
• Knowledge of design development stages (concept to GFC)
  
• Cross-functional coordination with internal teams
  
• Awareness of statutory approvals and compliance processes
  
• Exposure to tender drawings and construction documentation
  
• Material coordination and basic vendor interaction
  
• Site coordination and understanding of execution challenges
  
• Communication and stakeholder coordination skills
  
• Familiarity with BIM, AutoCAD, and 3D visualization tools
  
• Strong documentation and organizational skills
  
• Attention to detail and willingness to learn
  

Qualifications & Requirements

EducationalQualification

• Bachelor’s Degree inArchitecture (B.Arch) is mandatory
  
• Master’s Degree inArchitecture / Urban Design / Planning (preferred but not mandatory)
  

Experience

• 4–7 years of relevantexperience in architectural design, preferably in real estate orconstruction industry
  
• Experience inresidential and/or commercial project design coordination is preferred
  
• Exposure to end-to-endproject lifecycle (concept to execution) will be an added advantage
  

TechnicalSkills

• Proficiency in AutoCADis mandatory
  
• Working knowledge ofBIM tools (Revit preferred)
  
• Familiarity withSketchUp / 3D visualization tools will be an advantage
  
• Understanding ofbuilding codes, local regulations, and approval processes
  
• Basic knowledge ofconstruction materials, detailing, and execution practices
  
• Good coordination andcommunication skills
  
• Ability to workcollaboratively with multiple stakeholders and consultants
  
• Strong attention todetail and documentation skills
  
• Time management andability to handle multiple tasks/projects
  
• Problem-solving mindsetwith a proactive approach
  

OtherRequirements

• Willingness to travelto project sites as required
  
• Ability to work in a fast-paced project environment
  
• Basic understanding ofcommercial aspects of design is an added advantage