Associate - Architecture

WSP in India; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in India is seeking a highly experienced Architect to lead architectural technical design solutions and manage multiple projects. The ideal candidate will possess over 15 years of experience and a strong knowledge of UK building regulations.

The role includes providing technical guidance, ensuring design quality, and adhering to project timelines while fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in the architectural/construction industry.
• Proven experience managing large-scale, complex projects.
• Strong knowledge of UK building regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of architectural technical design solutions across all project stages.
• Manage delivery across multiple projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Provide coaching and technical guidance to junior and senior team members.

Skills

Construction methodologies

Technical design delivery

Problem-solving

Stakeholder engagement

Fluency in English

Education

Qualified Architect (Chartered preferred)

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

MicroStation

BIM tools

Job description

Technical Leadership & Design Delivery Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of architectural technical design solutions across all project stages.
• Establish and manage the technical design delivery strategy, programme, and outputs in collaboration with project leadership.
• Ensure coordination across multidisciplinary teams to deliver coherent and compliant design information.
• Take responsibility for design quality, technical accuracy, and level of detail across all deliverables.
• Identify potential design risks/issues and lead the team in developing robust solutions and mitigation strategies.
• Oversee production of technical drawings, models, reports, and presentation materials.
• Lead the preparation of design sketches and presentations to communicate design intent to stakeholders.

Project & Programme Management

• Collaborate with project leadership to define project scope, programme, deliverables, and resource requirements.
• Manage delivery across multiple projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Support development of the Project Execution Plan, including financial forecasting and resource planning.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and UK building regulations.
• Monitor health & safety risks and contribute to risk assessments.
• Provide coaching and technical guidance to junior and senior team members.
• Drive a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Encourage open communication and early identification of design issues.
• Support staff development and training initiatives.

Qualifications

• Qualified Architect (Chartered preferred).
• 15+ years of experience in the architectural/construction industry.
• Proven experience managing large-scale, complex projects.
• Strong knowledge of UK building regulations and standards.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation, and other BIM tools.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong expertise in construction methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical design delivery and multidisciplinary coordination.
• Experience delivering tender and construction stage packages.
• Excellent problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Fluency in English (written and verbal).

Key Attributes

• High attention to detail and quality.
• Commercially aware with strong delivery focus.

Background Verification

• Employment with WSP India is subject to successful completion of a background verification check conducted by a third‑party agency appointed by WSP India.
• Candidates must ensure that all information provided during the recruitment process, including documents uploaded, is accurate and complete.