Head Of Architecture

New Era Solutions; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,00,00,000 - 1,50,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier real estate firm in Hyderabad is seeking a visionary leader to manage both architectural and interior design operations. You will oversee planning and execution while ensuring compliance and quality. The ideal candidate has over 15 years of experience in architecture and design, with strong leadership skills and proficiency in key design tools. This role offers a unique opportunity for growth into a CXO position.

Benefits

Leadership empowerment

Growth into CXO role

Flat structure with high accountability

Qualifications

• 15+ years in architecture, project management, and interior design.
• 5+ years in leadership roles, managing large teams, budgets, and projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural planning and execution.
• Manage creative and commercial functions of interior design.
• Conduct site visits for quality control.

Skills

Technical detailing

Design sensibility

Execution workflows

Strong communication

Education

B.Arch / M.Arch from a reputed institution

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

MS Project

SketchUp

Job description

About Aakriti Group

With over 18 years of trusted presence, Aakriti Housing is a name synonymous with quality, commitment, and innovation in Hyderabad’s real estate market. Having delivered more than 2 million sq. ft. and with another 2 million under development, we are actively building the future of premium residential, commercial, and mixed-use communities.

InDesign Studio, our dedicated interior design arm, is an expression of personalized, modern design that adds soul to every space. Together, these two verticals now seek a unified leader — a seasoned expert who can shape architecture, interiors, execution, and business growth into a cohesive, high-performing ecosystem.

Position Objective

We are looking for a visionary and detail-driven leader to head both Architectural and Interior Design operations. This role will lead all architectural planning and execution at Aakriti Housing, while also managing the creative and commercial functioning of InDesign Studio.

You must be able to combine technical mastery, executional rigor, design quality, team empowerment, and business thinking to lead projects end-to-end — from layout planning to handover — while preparing for a larger CXO-level role across the design + build + interiors ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

Architecture & Execution – Aakriti Housing

• Master Planning & Layouts
• Lead the architectural planning of residential layouts, gated communities, high-rise buildings, and commercial complexes.
• Design & Detailing
• Guide the preparation, review, and approval of GFC drawings for civil, structural, and MEP components. Ensure design practicality, compliance, and buildability.
• Execution Monitoring
• Actively monitor project execution phases — structure, plumbing, electrical, fire, HVAC, and finishing — ensuring timelines, cost control, and quality benchmarks.
• Consultant Coordination
• Manage and guide external consultants (structural, MEP, façade, landscaping, etc.) to deliver integrated and timely solutions.
• Site Inspections & Quality Control
• Conduct site visits to audit quality, identify gaps, and close execution issues before escalation.

Interior Design – InDesign Studio

• Design Management
• Lead premium interior projects across apartments, villas, and commercial spaces. Ensure layout planning, design aesthetics, and technical detailing align with brand standards.
• Client Engagement
• Support lead conversion and handle premium clients (>₹1 Cr projects) while mentoring the team for mid-tier projects (₹15L–₹1Cr).
• Project Delivery
• Oversee design finalization, BOQs, material approvals, vendor coordination, and site execution to ensure timely, quality delivery.
• Profit Planning
• Build systems to track per-project profitability. Identify design efficiencies and reduce rework/overhead costs.

Leadership, People, and Structure

• Team Structuring
• Build a self-sustaining architecture + interior + engineering team with clear roles and no single-point dependencies.
• KRA/KPI Implementation
• Define role-wise KPIs for designers, architects, engineers, and MBAs. Monitor performance and support professional development.
• Senior Designer Alignment
• Align senior designers to company process and expectations. Offer mentorship while enforcing accountability.
• Work Culture
• Maintain discipline through clarity of work hours, expectations, escalation mechanisms, and timely decision-making.

Business & Strategy

• Business Planning
• Prepare a strategic growth plan for the InDesign vertical with revenue targets, hiring roadmap, margin optimization, and process improvements.
• Budget Management
• Contribute to budget planning for marketing, execution, hiring, and new business opportunities.
• Group-Level Contribution
• Work directly with the Chairman on larger initiatives across the Aakriti Group. Be a thought partner for future expansion across regions, verticals, and innovations.

Location & Travel Expectation

The role is based in Hyderabad and will require occasional travel to project sites and vendor locations within Hyderabad and surrounding regions.

Candidate Profile

Qualifications:

• B.Arch / M.Arch from a reputed institution
• Optional: Certifications in Project Management / Interior Design / Construction Management

Experience:

• 15+ years in architecture, project management, and interior design
• 5+ years in leadership roles, managing large teams, budgets, and projects

Skills:

• Strong in technical detailing, design sensibility, and execution workflows
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, MS Project, SketchUp, and BOQ management
• Business mindset with ability to think in P&L, process, and people
• Clear communicator, team builder, and disciplined executor

Why Join Us

• A rare opportunity to lead both architecture and interiors across two successful businesses
• Trusted and visionary leadership with high empowerment
• Scope to grow into a CXO role for design + build + interiors
• Flat structure, high accountability, and deep respect for talent and effort

Contact Details

• Sa i Srinivas, Head HR.
• [e-mail]
• 9133400083