Senior Architect

Aretto; Pune District; On-site; INR 300,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Aretto in Pune, India, invites a design-focused architect to lead retail store concepts. You will design layouts, prepare 2D drawings and 3D visualizations, and ensure stores align with brand guidelines and deliver a strong customer experience.

Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, 3ds Max, V-Ray and Illustrator is essential. You will coordinate with internal teams and vendors, manage multiple store rollouts, and ensure timely procurement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture required.
• 1.5+ years of experience in retail/store design projects.
• Experience in handling multiple store rollouts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop retail store layouts and concepts.
• Prepare 2D drawings and 3D visualizations.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and internal teams.
• Ensure brand guidelines and customer experience alignment.

Skills

Retail store design

Project management

Coordination

Attention to detail

Communication with stakeholders

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

3ds Max

V-Ray

Illustrator

Job description

• Design and develop retail store layouts and concepts
• Prepare detailed 2D drawings and 3D visualizations.
• Ensure designs align with brand guidelines and customer experience
• Work on space planning, fixtures, and visual merchandising alignment
• Manage relationships with vendors, contractors, and consultants
• Coordinate with internal teams (projects, operations, marketing)
• Ensure timely procurement of materials and resources

3. Quality & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to design standards, safety norms, and quality benchmark.
• Monitor finishing, materials, and overall store aesthetics
• Maintain consistency across all store formats

4. Project Management & Reporting

• Track project timelines, budgets, and deliverables
• Maintain documentation and reports for ongoing projects
• Handle multiple store projects simultaneously across regions

REQUIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

• Strong expertise in AutoCAD, SketchUp, 3ds Max, V-Ray, Illustrator
• Good understanding of retail store design and execution
• Strong project management and coordination skills
• Attention to detail with a strong design sense
• Ability to handle multiple projects and tight timelines
• Problem-solving mindset with on-ground decision-making ability
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture
• 1.5 + years of experience in retail/store design projects
• Experience in handling multiple store rollouts preferred