Lead Architect - Concept Design

Khatib & Alami International; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,800,000 - 5,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Khatib & Alami is searching for a Lead Architect - Concept Design to manage and refine complex architectural designs from concept through detailed stages, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.

The role emphasizes leadership, design quality, tender support, approvals, and project planning for large-scale projects. Proficiency in Revit and BIM tools is required, with 10+ years in architecture and a Master’s preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture.
• A Master’s Degree in Architecture or a related field is preferred.
• 10+ years of industry experience in an architectural design function.
• Strong experience and track record in developing architectural designs for large and complex projects.
• In-depth knowledge and proven track record in the architectural design field.
• Understanding of international engineering standards and codes.
• Exposure to global best practices and trends in the architectural design.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven leadership, problem-solving, and strong attention to details.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the concept design teams for concept designs of high complexity, as needed.
• Guide the refinement of selected design options into schematic and draft final designs, including all required drawings and reports.
• Coordinate with other design specializations to coordinate design requirements across disciplines for projects of high complexity across all design stages.
• Closely work with stakeholders for design value engineering for projects of high complexity, as needed.
• Work with Project Managers for the review and validation of design deliverables for projects of medium to high complexity with clients and authorities.
• Collaborate with the Quantity Surveying Department for tender documents, including specs, Bills of Quantities, and Conditions of Contract, and provide support during tender.
• Review design deliverables of design projects of medium complexity, including checks and issuing checking reports.
• Support Project Managers in developing, reviewing, and updating work programs and man-hour estimates and in managing changes in project scope, schedule, or budgets.
• Support Project Managers in managing project budgets, resource allocation, and project schedules, as needed.
• Assist Project Managers in managing external suppliers and subcontracts and ensuring adherence of deliverables with scope, schedule, and budget.
• Assist Project Managers in monitoring and managing the projects’ budget and schedule, as needed.
• Provide support to Project Managers in developing periodic progress reports, as needed.
• Assist Project Managers with implementing quality control policies and procedures on design deliverables and conduct peer reviews.
• Support during the supervision stage, including RFIs and resolving design conflicts, in coordination with local design support teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

BIM

Revit

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture

Master's Degree in Architecture

Tools

Autodesk Revit

BIM

Job description

Job Title: Lead Architect - Concept Design

Start Date: 21-July-2026

Job Location: BANGALORE

Job Summary

The Lead Architect will manage and refine complex architectural designs from concept to detailed stages while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders. The role includes overseeing design quality, supporting tender documentation, managing approvals, and contributing to project planning and supervision. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in large-scale projects, strong leadership and communication skills, and proficiency in Revit and BIM tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the concept design teams for concept designs of high complexity, as needed
• Guide the refinement of selected design options into schematic and draft final designs, including all required drawings and reports
• Coordinate with other design specializations (e.g. Structural, Mechanical, Water & Environment) to coordinate design requirements across disciplines for projects of high complexity across all design stages (schematic, detailed), as needed
• Closely work with stakeholders for design value engineering for projects of high complexity, as needed
• Closely work with Project Managers for the review and validation of design deliverables for projects of medium to high complexity with clients and authorities, capturing feedback and obtaining approvals, as needed
• Closely work with the Quantity Surveying Department for the development of tender documents, including specifications, Bills of Quantities, and Conditions of Contract, and provide support during the tender process, as needed
• Closely work with project teams for reviewing design deliverables of design projects of medium complexity, including conducting detailed reviews and checks and the issuing of checking reports, as needed
• Support Project Managers in developing, reviewing, and updating work programs and man-hour estimates and in managing changes in project scope, schedule, or budgets, as needed
• Support Project Managers in managing project budgets, resource allocation, and project schedules, as needed
• Support Project Managers in managing project contractual risks, as needed
• Support Project Managers in managing external suppliers and subcontracts and in ensuring the adherence of their deliverables with the project scope, schedule, and budget
• Assist Project Managers in monitoring and managing the projects’ budget and schedule, as needed
• Provide support to Project Managers in developing periodic progress reports, as needed
• Assist Project Managers with implementing quality control policies and procedures on design deliverables and conduct peer reviews on team members’ deliverables
• Support during the supervision stage, as needed, including responding to RFIs and solving design conflicts, in coordination with local design support teams

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience Required to Execute this Role

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture
• A Master’s Degree in Architecture or a related field is preferred
• 10+ years of industry experience in an architectural design function
• Strong experience and track record in developing architectural designs for large and complex projects
• In-depth knowledge and proven track record in the architectural design field
• Understanding of international engineering standards and codes
• Exposure to global best practices and trends in the architectural design
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Proven leadership, problem-solving, and strong attention to details