Director

HBS; Delhi; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

HBS in Delhi is seeking an experienced professional for the Business Development role. You will lead project negotiations, establish and maintain strong client relationships, and ensure financial performance while mentoring a talented team.

The ideal candidate must possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture and over 12 years of experience, mainly in commercial and residential sectors. A commitment to sustainability is a plus.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in architecture and design, preferably in commercial and residential sectors.
• Proven leadership in business development and project delivery.
• Skilled in contract reviews, technical guidance, and financial planning.
• Commitment to sustainability and sustainable design practices is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Consistently build new business relationships.
• Ensure overall financial performance of the studio.
• Lead project negotiations, send offers, and close deals.
• Maintain strong client relationships and ensure satisfaction.
• Inspire teams to deliver high-quality design solutions.

Skills

Business relationship building

Financial performance management

Project negotiation

Client relationship management

Team mentoring

Industry networking

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

Job description

Role & Responsibilities

Business Development

• Consistently build new business relationships.

• Ensure overall financial performance of the studio.

• Lead project negotiations, send offers, and close deals.

• Maintain strong client relationships and ensure satisfaction.

• Attend client meetings, lead strategic discussions, and provide design direction.

Leadership

• Inspire teams to deliver high-quality design solutions.

• Mentor and guide employees to achieve their potential.

• Recruit talent and cultivate a learning culture.

• Oversee performance reviews and monitor goal achievement.

• Conduct L&D workshops and promote a creative studio environment.

• Plan effective team allocations to avoid succession gaps.

• Address team concerns and support open communication.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture.

• 12+ years of experience in architecture and design, preferably in commercial and residential sectors.

• Proven leadership in business development and project delivery.

• Skilled in contract reviews, technical guidance, and financial planning.

• Strong ability to mentor teams and foster growth.

• Industry networking and relationship-building experience.

• Willingness to travel for client/business development meetings.

• Commitment to sustainability and sustainable design practices is a plus.