Senior Architect & Planner AVP

RMZ; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Leadership opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

RMZ is looking for a Senior Architect & Planner to lead large-scale infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will possess a Master's degree in Architecture and a minimum of 10 years of experience, with a strong track record in managing complex projects from concept to completion.

This role requires excellent technical skills, a solid understanding of architectural design, and proven leadership abilities. The position offers competitive remuneration and a pathway into senior leadership roles.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of post-qualification experience in architectural design and planning.
• Registered Architect / Licensed Professional in the applicable jurisdiction.
• Experience with large-scale projects (50,000 sqm+ GFA) from inception to completion.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural design and planning across all project phases.
• Own the design direction for large-scale, high-complexity projects.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary consultant teams for design integration.

Skills

Architectural design

Planning

AutoCAD

Project Management

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

MS PowerPoint

SketchUp

Illustrator

Job description

Overview

• Architecture & Planning Design Firm Background Infrastructure / Industrial AVP Grade
• Department - Design
• Reporting To - SVP
• Qualification - Master7s in Architecture / UD / UP
• Min. Experience - 10+ Years Post-Qualification
• Professional Status - Registered Architect / Licensed Professional

About the Role

We are seeking an accomplished Senior Architect & Planner at AVP level to lead the design and delivery of large-scale infrastructure and commercial projects. The ideal candidate will hold a postgraduate qualification in Architecture / Urban Design / Urban Planning from a reputable institution and will bring a minimum of ten years of post-qualification experience — with a significant portion of that gained within a recognised architectural design practice or multidisciplinary design consultancy. This is a senior leadership role requiring both creative vision and rigorous technical execution. Experience in warehousing and logistics facilities, data centres, or mission-critical industrial infrastructure is an added advantage. The successful candidate will serve as a key technical authority within the team, driving projects from concept through to completion while mentoring the next generation of design professionals.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural design and planning across all project phases — feasibility, concept, schematic design, design development, construction documentation, and site administration.
• Own the design direction for large-scale, high-complexity projects including industrial, warehousing, logistics, data centre, and mixed-use commercial developments.
• Create masterplan / concept-level design proposals for complex and multi-asset projects.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary consultant teams — structural, MEP, civil, and specialist advisors — to ensure design integration, coherence, and quality throughout.
• Prepare and present design proposals, planning submissions, and technical documentation to clients, statutory authorities, and key stakeholders.
• Navigate statutory planning approvals, building permits, zoning regulations, and AHJ requirements across relevant geographies.
• Conduct site assessments, feasibility studies, and technical due diligence for greenfield and brownfield development.
• Monitor project budgets, programmes, and quality benchmarks throughout the design and construction lifecycle; identify and proactively manage risks.
• Liaise with contractors, project managers, and construction teams during delivery to ensure design intent is upheld to completion.
• Mentor, guide, and technically review the work of junior architects, designers, and graduates within the team.
• Stay abreast of evolving building codes, sustainability standards, and industry best practices; champion their adoption within project teams.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Educational Background

• Master b9s degree in Architecture (M.Arch or equivalent) from an accredited institution — strongly preferred; Bachelor7s degree considered where complemented by an exceptional track record.
• Registered Architect / Licensed Professional in the applicable jurisdiction.
• Postgraduate or professional certification in a related discipline (Urban Planning, Project Management, Building Technology, or similar) — advantageous.

Professional Experience

• Minimum 10 years of post-qualification experience in architectural design and planning.
• Substantial experience (5+ years) within an established architectural design practice, multidisciplinary design.
• Demonstrated delivery of large-scale projects (50,000 sqm+ GFA or equivalent capital value) from inception through to completion.
• Experience in mixed-use developments is critical. Experience in the following asset classes is advantageous: warehousing & logistics facilities (distribution centres, fulfilment hubs, cold-chain); data centres (Tier II/III/IV, hyperscale, or enterprise); industrial or mission-critical infrastructure.
• Comprehensive working knowledge of AutoCAD, MS PowerPoint, SketchUp, and Illustrator.
• Solid understanding of structural systems, MEP integration, and building envelope design as applicable to large-scale infrastructure.
• Working knowledge of planning law, development control frameworks, and statutory approval processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with sustainability certification processes — LEED, BREEAM, Green Star, or regional equivalents.
• Experience on Design & Build (D&B) or Engineer-Procure-Construct (EPC) project delivery models.
• Exposure to international or cross-border projects; ability to navigate diverse regulatory and cultural environments.
• Postgraduate qualification in Urban Planning, Project Management, or a related built-environment discipline.

Skills & Competencies

• Sophisticated design sensibility balanced with strong technical literacy and commercial acumen.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills — confident engaging clients, consultants, authorities, and C-suite stakeholders.
• Strategic thinker with sharp problem-solving capabilities and sound judgement under pressure.
• Highly organised; capable of managing multiple concurrent projects and competing priorities without compromising quality.
• Collaborative team leader who inspires confidence at both peer and senior stakeholder levels.
• Detail-oriented in documentation and deliverables without losing sight of the broader design vision.
• High personal and professional integrity, with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

What We Offer

• Competitive, AVP-level remuneration package commensurate with experience and market benchmarks.
• Opportunity to lead landmark, large-scale infrastructure projects with meaningful societal impact.
• Dynamic, collaborative, and intellectually stimulating work environment.
• A clearly defined career pathway into VP and senior leadership positions.

Note: This position description outlines the primary duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required.