Principal Architect - Architecture

AECOM; Gurugram District; Hybrid; INR 2,500,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM in Gurgaon and Bangalore is seeking a Principal Architect - Architecture to lead design activities and oversee technical delivery across projects. This role focuses on maintaining liaison with design teams, reviewing drawings, and driving architectural excellence within budgets and schedules.

The ideal candidate has 8–12 years in architecture/healthcare sectors, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and MicroStation, enabling an integrated, big-picture approach to

Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Architecture or Masters in Architecture is required.
• 8–12 years of experience in Architecture/Healthcare projects; Middle East/US/UK experience desirable but not essential.
• Good communication skills and ability to work independently at times.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation and related design software.
• Ability to see the big picture and provide a birds-eye view of projects.

Responsibilities

• Maintain liaison with design and drafting groups.
• Prepare, review, and approve drawings as required.
• Under Supervising Architect, perform advanced technical assignments within schedules and budgets.
• Coordinate technical and administrative activities with other disciplines and departments.
• Assist in training and evaluating architectural and design/drafting personnel.
• Review and approve conceptual designs.
• Assist in developing new architectural methods and techniques.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor/Master in Architecture

Tools

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Company Description

AECOM’s Enterprise Capabilities team is looking for a Principal Architect - Architecture to join our team in Bangalore /Gurgaon office .

About Enterprise Capabilities
Fundamental to our Think and Act Globally strategy and digital adoption, Enterprise Capabilities (EC) is AECOM’s primary vehicle for workshare. Operating across geographic boundaries and time-zones, EC partners with regional and Global Business Line project teams to provide technical expertise, accelerate delivery and keep AECOM competitive in the industry.

With a team of over 3000 technical professionals located across nine countries and remote technical anchors, EC teams are trusted to deliver high-quality, specialist services that help to fill capability gaps, resourcing needs and technical constraints on projects of all scopes and sizes.

Start here. Grow here.

Job Description

Here is what you will do:

• Maintaining liaison with design and drafting groups.
• Preparing, reviewing, and approving drawings as required.
• Under the direction of the Supervising Architect, may independently perform advanced technical assignments of various complexities within approved schedules and budgets.
• May coordinate technical and administrative activities with employees in other disciplines and other departments participating on an assigned project.
• May assist in the training and evaluation of assigned architectural and design/drafting personnel.
• May review and approve conceptual designs.
• May assist in the development of new architectural methods and techniques.

Qualifications

Here’s what we’re looking for:

• A Bachelor of Architecture or Masters in Architecture is required.
• Applicants are required to have between 8-12 years of experience in Architecture/Healthcare projects in Middle East/US/UK experience would be desirable but are not essential.
• Good communication skills, and ability to work well independently at times.
• Should have good skills in software like Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation and other related design software.
• Able to see the “bigger picture” and take a birds-eye view of projects.

Additional Information

Our Freedom to Grow hybrid working philosophy is the cornerstone of our success as a business – supporting a culture of flexibility, trust and performance at AECOM.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10149573

Business Line: Architecture

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: Enterprise Capabilities

Career Area: Design

Work Location Model: Hybrid