GM - Quality (Finishes) -

GMR Group; Delhi; Presencial; INR 3.500.000 - 5.500.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

GMR Group invites an experienced Architect with deep expertise in finishes QA/QC to lead quality standards across airport projects. You will oversee materials, mock-ups, and on-site execution to ensure adherence to design intent and world-class aviation benchmarks.

With 15+ years in architecture and strong CAD/BIM skills, you will coordinate with consultants and contractors, driving standardization, lifecycle performance, and seamless integration with building systems while upholding safety and

Formación

• Bachelor's or Master’s in Architecture/Design with project management/Construction management focus.
• Experience with architectural finishes QC/QA and on-site execution across large projects.
• Proficiency in CAD, BIM, and MS Excel; familiarity with QA/QC tools and BOQ/scheduling.

Responsabilidades

• Define and enforce quality standards for architectural finishes across airport projects.
• Lead QA/QC frameworks for finishes ( flooring, cladding, ceilings, façades, joinery).
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and technical reviews to ensure compliance with designs and codes.
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and operations to resolve design/execution challenges.
• Develop and update finish guidelines and ensure standardization across projects.

Conocimientos

Quality leadership

Project management

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Educación

Bachelor's/Master degree in Architecture / Design, Project Management, Construction management

B.Tech - Civil

B.E - Civil

Herramientas

CAD

BIM

MS Excel

Descripción del empleo

Job Purpose

• The role provides technical leadership in ensuring the highest standards of architectural finishes across airport infrastructure, focusing on quality, durability, and alignment with design intent. It is responsible for defining and enforcing quality benchmarks for all interior and exterior finishes, ensuring that terminal environments are safe, aesthetically consistent, compliant, and reflective of world-class aviation standards.
• The role establishes and implements robust QA/QC frameworks covering materials, detailing, mock-ups, and on-site execution of finishes such as flooring, cladding, ceilings, façades, and joinery. Through regular inspections, audits, and technical reviews, it ensures adherence to design specifications, codes, and lifecycle performance requirements incl. BOQ checks, while identifying gaps and driving corrective actions to maintain consistency across projects and contractors.
• The role collaborates closely with consultants, contractors, and operations teams to resolve design and execution challenges and ensure seamless integration of finishes with building systems. It also drives the development of finish standards, guidelines, and best practices, enabling standardization, maintainability, and alignment with the airport’s brand, passenger experience goals, and long-term operational efficiency.

ORGANISATION CHART

Sector Head Design & Finishes >> GM - Quality (Finishes)

Key Accountabilities

Responsibilities Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Establish and enforce quality standards for architectural finishes across all airport projects, ensuring adherence to approved design intent, specifications, and global aviation benchmarks.
% Compliance to approved finish specifications
Site visits, review and approve material selections, mock-ups, and prototypes for finishes including flooring, cladding, ceilings, façades, and joinery.
Number of mock-ups reviewed and approved
Conduct periodic site inspections and quality audits to monitor execution of finishes and ensure workmanship meets defined standards
Number of site inspections/audits conducted
Identify design and execution gaps in finishes and drive corrective and preventive actions in coordination with consultants and contractors.
Number of issues identified and resolved and Closure time for quality deviations
Ensure consistency and standardization of finishes across multiple projects, packages, and phases
Variance in finish quality across projects and Number of standardization initiatives implemented
Validate integration of finishes with building systems (MEP, signage, FIDS, security, etc.) ensuring functional and aesthetic alignment.
Number of coordination issues reported vs resolved and Reduction in rework instances
Develop and update finish quality manuals, design guidelines, and best practices for airport projects.
Number of standards/guidelines developed or updated and Adoption rate across projects
Monitor lifecycle performance, durability, and maintainability of finishes post-handover in high-traffic areas.
Defect rate during DLP (Defect Liability Period) and Maintenance complaints related to finishes
Evaluate new materials, technologies, and construction techniques for improved quality, sustainability, and lifecycle value.
Number of innovations implemented and Cost vs lifecycle performance improvements
Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure finishes align with passenger experience goals, brand standards, and commercial requirements.
Stakeholder satisfaction scores and Passenger experience feedback related to terminal finishes

EXTERNAL INTERACTIONS

• Government Statutory Bodies (AAI, PCB, ULBs, etc.)
• Consultants / Surveyors
• Tenants / developers/ contractors / Designers
• Master planning and Design consultants

INTERNAL INTERACTIONS

• Corporate Relations
• GMR entities, Aviation SEZ team, GHIAL Cargo team
• Operations and Commercial Department
• ALD-CPD, Business Development team
• CPD’s -Strategic Design Team

FINANCIAL DIMENSIONS

• CAPEX
• Other Dimensions

All new and existing airports

Education Qualifications

• Bachelor's/Master degree in Architecture / Design, Project Management, Construction management
• B.Tech - Civil
• B.E - Civil

Relevant Experience

• 15+ years’ experience in architecture with a strong focus on finishes, quality control, and on-site execution (including project management roles).
• Demonstrated track record in ensuring high-quality finishes execution across large-scale infrastructure projects, with expertise in material selection, detailing, mock-ups, and workmanship standards.
• Proficiency in CAD, BIM, and visualization tools, along with strong review and documentation skills using Microsoft Office (advanced Excel preferred); familiarity with digital QA/QC tools, BOQ / scheduling and emerging technologies/AI in quality monitoring is an added advantage.
• Ability to independently review drawings, specifications, and site conditions, and guide/supervise teams in achieving required quality benchmarks across finishes and interior works.
• Strong knowledge of ICAO, DGCA CAR, BCAS, and IATA standards, as well as local and national building codes and environmental regulations

COMPETENCIES

• Problem Solving & Analytical Thinking
• Planning & Decision Making
• Capability Building
• Strategic Orientation
• Stakeholder Focus
• Networking
• Execution & Results
• Teamwork & Interpersonal influence
• Personal Effectiveness
• Social Awareness
• Entrepreneurship
• Commissioning and Handover (ORAT) (Proficient)
• Finishing Works (Proficient)
• Airfield Pavement Design (Proficient)
• Design Management (Proficient)
• Quality Control (Proficient)
• Materials and Finishes Selection Knowledge (Proficient)
• Exterior Envelope and Façade Works (Proficient)
• Regulatory Compliance and Management (Proficient)