Senior Project Architect

Arvind Varuna Associates - India; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Arvind Varuna Associates (AVA) in Chennai seeks a Senior Project Architect to lead architectural and interior design from concept to completion. You will drive design concepts, oversee detailed drawings, and coordinate with clients, consultants, and contractors for timely, high-quality deliverables.

The role emphasizes BIM oversight, submittal reviews, and ensuring regulatory compliance, sustainability alignment, and strong team mentoring in a dynamic, on-site environment.

Qualifications

• Professional architecture degree (B.Arch./M.Arch.) from an accredited institution.
• Strong design, detailing, and technical documentation skills.
• Experience leading medium to large-scale projects (residential, commercial, or institutional).
• Proficiency with BIM tools such as AutoCAD and Revit; ability to coordinate design deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Lead design concepts through to construction documentation and delivery.
• Review and issue GFC drawings and specifications; manage submittals.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams to ensure timely deliverables.
• Oversee BIM models, site visits, and project coordination to meet codes and sustainability standards.

Skills

Architecture

Design management

Submittals management

Team leadership

Client coordination

Education

B.Arch./M.Arch.

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Company Description

Arvind Varuna Associates (AVA) is an established architecture and interior design firm that traces its roots back to 1994 and was formally founded in 2004. The firm operates with a mid-sized team of around 30 members and offers a collaborative studio environment. AVA’s portfolio spans residences, housing, commercial and IT developments, restaurants, hotels, and schools, providing team members exposure to diverse project types. The firm’s work has been widely recognized through coverage and awards in contemporary architectural publications. Applicants can expect to join a practice that values design quality, professional rigor, and long-term project impact.

Role Description

The Senior Project Architect will lead the design and delivery of architectural and interior design projects from concept through completion in a full-time, on-site role based in Chennai. Responsibilities include developing design concepts, delegating/ checking/ issuing statutory/ GFC detailed drawings and specifications, coordinating with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams to ensure timely, high-quality project deliverables.

The role involves overseeing BIM models, reviewing submittals, managing design documentation, and ensuring that projects meet regulatory codes, client requirements, and, where applicable, sustainability standards such as LEED. The Senior Project Architect will guide junior team members, manage project schedules and resources, and support client presentations, design reviews, and site visits to resolve technical and coordination issues.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Architecture skills, including conceptual design, detailed design, and technical documentation.
• Candidates should possess Design Management skills, including planning, coordination, scheduling, and stakeholder communication.
• Candidates should possess Submittals management skills, including reviewing, tracking, and approving construction and vendor documents.
• Professional B.Arch./M.Arch. degree in Architecture from an accredited institution; registration/license is preferred.
• Relevant experience in leading medium to large-scale projects, ideally including residential, commercial, or institutional work.
• Proficiency in industry-standard design and documentation tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit or similar BIM platforms, and presentation software).
• Strong communication, team leadership, and mentoring abilities, with a collaborative and detail-focused approach.
• Ability to work on-site in Chennai and conduct regular site visits as required.