Workplace Designer

Innovatecture

Bengaluru

On-site

INR 900,000 - 1,500,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Innovatecture seeks a Senior Workplace Architect to lead design for corporate interiors in Bengaluru. You will guide space planning, strategy, and cross-functional teams to deliver future-ready environments.

Responsibilities include translating business needs into architectural programs, leading concept design, and ensuring accessibility, sustainability, and strong branding across projects.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or related field is required or preferred.
6–8+ years in workplace design, corporate real estate, or project delivery.
Architecture license or certification preferred; strong software skills essential.
Experience with hybrid work models and technology-enabled environments.

Responsibilities

Lead strategic planning, design, and implementation of workplace environments.
Develop holistic workplace strategies aligned with culture and objectives.
Translate business needs into architectural programs and concepts.
Oversee conceptual and schematic designs for new workplaces and renovations.
Collaborate with stakeholders, engineers, and consultants through build phases.
Ensure designs prioritize wellbeing, accessibility, sustainability, and branding.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Communication

Project management

Vendor coordination

Change management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Interior Architecture, or a related field

Architecture license or certification (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SketchUp

Photshop

space-management software

Job description

We are seeking a highly creative, detail-oriented, and experienced Senior Workplace Architect to lead and oversee the design process for corporate interior projects in our Bangalore Studio (Innovatecture Design Services LLP). The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of workplace design, space planning, and project delivery while managing cross-functional teams to ensure design excellence and timely execution.

The candidate is responsible for leading the strategic planning, design, and implementation of workplace environments that enhance productivity, collaboration, employee experience, and operational efficiency. This role blends architecture, workplace strategy, technology integration, and change management to create future-ready spaces aligned with organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement holistic workplace strategies that support organizational culture, business objectives, and evolving work models (hybrid, remote, on-site).
Conduct space utilization studies, occupancy analysis, and forecasting to inform long-term real-estate planning.
Translate business requirements into architectural programs, design briefs, and workplace concepts.
Lead the conceptual and schematic design of new workplaces, renovations, and workplace transformations.
Ensure design solutions prioritize employee well-being, accessibility, sustainability, and corporate branding.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders, external architects, engineers, and consultants throughout design and build phases.

Job Summary:

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement holistic workplace strategies that support organizational culture, business objectives, and evolving work models (hybrid, remote, on-site).
Conduct space utilization studies, occupancy analysis, and forecasting to inform long-term real-estate planning.
Translate business requirements into architectural programs, design briefs, and workplace concepts.
Lead the conceptual and schematic design of new workplaces, renovations, and workplace transformations.
Ensure design solutions prioritize employee well-being, accessibility, sustainability, and corporate branding.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders, external architects, engineers, and consultants throughout design and build phases.

Workplace Strategy & Planning

Develop and implement holistic workplace strategies that support organizational culture, business objectives, and evolving work models (hybrid, remote, on-site).
Conduct space utilization studies, occupancy analysis, and forecasting to inform long-term real-estate planning.
Translate business requirements into architectural programs, design briefs, and workplace concepts.

Design Leadership

Lead the conceptual and schematic design of new workplaces, renovations, and workplace transformations.
Ensure design solutions prioritize employee well-being, accessibility, sustainability, and corporate branding.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders, external architects, engineers, and consultants throughout design and build phases.

Technology & Innovation

Integrate workplace technologies such as smart building systems, AV/VC, IoT sensors, booking systems, and digital workplace tools.
Evaluate emerging technologies and design trends to ensure the workplace remains future-ready.
Well- equipped on collaborating with consultants who expertise in Lighting design, Acoustic design, LEED and other special services related to workplace.

Project Delivery

Oversee workplace projects from concept through construction and post-occupancy.
Create and review architectural drawings, specifications, test fits, and space plans.
Manage budgets, schedules, Bill of Quantity reviews, and vendor/consultant/IPC relationships.
Conduct site visits to monitor progress and ensure compliance with design intent and building codes.

Design Skills:
Experience of preparing test- fit layouts as per client requirements.
Preparation of Budgets, Construction documents, shop drawings. Knowledge in Preparation of BOQs shall be an added capability.
Material selection, conceptualization for design pitches, Creative thinking.
Preparation of Design Presentations for Design Pitches and projects.
Collaborate with senior managementto set design standards and vision.

Team Management & Mentoring:
Supervise and mentor junior designers and CAD/BIM staff.
Conduct regular design critiques and training sessions to elevate team output.
Client & Stakeholder Coordination:
Act as the primary point of contact for clients during the design phase.
Translate client needs into spatial and functional design solutions.
Lead client meetings, design presentations, and approvals.
Quality Control:
Ensure all design outputs meet the highest standards of quality, functionality, and compliance with building codes and regulations.
Review and approve detailed drawings, material selections, and construction documentation.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Interior Architecture, or a related field.
6-8+ years of experience in workplace design, corporate real estate, or architectural project delivery.
Architecture license or certification (e.g., Bsc. Interior Design, B.Arch, M.Arch, Msc. Interior Design) preferred.
Strong proficiency in design and planning tools (AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Photshop, space-management software).
Knowledge of building codes, ADA/accessibility requirements, and sustainability standards (LEED, WELL).
Experience with hybrid workplace strategies and technology-enabled environments.

Skills & Competencies

Strategic and analytical mindset with a holistic approach to workplace ecosystems.
Strong design sensibility paired with technical rigor.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Ability to influence at senior levels and manage diverse stakeholders.
Strong project management and vendor coordination capabilities.
Understanding of change management methodologies.

Success Indicators

Workplaces that improve employee engagement, collaboration, and productivity.
Efficient use of real estate and optimized space footprint.
On-time, on-budget project delivery with high-quality design outcomes.
Positive post-occupancy feedback and measurable improvements in workplace performance.

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