Building Architecture And Sustainability Senior Architect

RINA Consulting (formerly D'Appolonia); India; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

RINA Consulting is seeking a Building Architecture and Sustainability Senior Architect to join its office in New Delhi within the Civil Engineering Division. The role leads design and execution of complex building projects, focusing on sustainability, building physics, and engineering integration.

You will guide junior architects, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, ensure regulatory compliance, and engage clients with clear design concepts and technical decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Architecture required; Master’s preferred.
• Professional license or equivalent preferred.
• 8+ years in architectural design and project leadership.
• Experience in sustainable building design and energy modeling a plus.
• Strong knowledge of building codes and materials.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and execution of complex buildings with a focus on sustainability.
• Guide junior architects and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with local and international codes.
• Manage project scope, schedules, and deliverables.
• Engage clients and stakeholders, presenting design concepts and decisions.
• Develop technical documentation and reports.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Sustainability

Building physics

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional teamwork

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture

Master’s Degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Rhino

Adobe Suite

Job description

Job Description

RINA is currently recruiting for a Building Architecture and Sustainability Senior Architect to join its office in New Delhi within the Civil EngineeringDivision.

Mission

The Senior Architect leads the design and execution of complex building projects, with a focus on sustainability, building physics, and engineering integration. The role combines creative architectural vision with technical performance, ensuring that all projects meet high standards of functionality, aesthetics, regulatory compliance, and environmental responsibility.

Key Accountabilities

• Architectural Design Leadership - Lead the development of innovative and sustainable architectural solutions aligned with client needs, technical constraints, and regulatory requirements.
• Project Management - Define project scope, schedules, and deliverables in collaboration with engineering project management teams and stakeholders. Monitor progress across all project phases.
• Building Physics & Performance Integration - Collaborate with specialists in building physics to embed energy efficiency, thermal comfort, and environmental quality into design solutions.
• Regulatory Compliance - Ensure architectural plans and specifications comply with local and international building codes, zoning laws, and sustainability certifications.
• Team Leadership & Mentorship - Guide junior architects and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (structural, MEP, sustainability consultants) to ensure project cohesion.
• Construction Oversight - Support site supervision activities, ensuring design intent is preserved during execution and resolving technical/design-related challenges.
• Client and Stakeholder Engagement - Act as a key point of contact for clients and stakeholders, communicating design concepts, technical decisions, and project updates effectively.
• Documentation & Reporting - Prepare high-quality technical documentation, presentations, and reports, supporting both internal reviews and external submissions.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture
• Master’s Degree

Qualifications

• - Professional architectural license or equivalent qualification (preferred)
• - Minimum of 8 years of experience in architectural design and project leadership, ideally in integrated design environments
• - Experience in sustainable building design and familiarity with energy modeling or environmental assessment tools is a plus
• - Strong design sensibility with proven experience in sustainable and performance-based architecture
• - Deep knowledge of building codes, construction technologies, and materials
• - Proficiency in BIM and design tools: AutoCAD, Revit, Rhino, Adobe Suite
• - Excellent organizational, communication, and team management skills
• - Ability to work in cross-functional and multicultural environments
• - Problem-solving mindset with attention to technical and design detail
• - Strong stakeholder management and presentation abilities

Competencies

• WORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.
• FORESIGHT & INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.
• PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.
• INTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.
• DOMAIN & BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.

RINA is a multinational company providing a wide range of services in the energy, marine, certification, infrastructure & mobility, industry, research & development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion.

At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind.We are also compliant to the Italian Law n. 68/99.