Lead Design Manager - Architecture

Lead- Design Management (Architecture)

Responsibilities

Deliverables:

1. Project Tracking & Progress Monitoring

- Maintain and update detailed project schedules and trackers.

- Track progress against timelines, budgets, drawings, procurement schedules.

- Highlight delays and risks.

- Coordinate collection of weekly site photographs and progress reports.

2. Coordination with Internal & External Stakeholders

- Act as coordination point among internal departments and consultants.

- Liaise for timely submission of drawings, BOQs, samples, approvals.

3. Documentation, Approvals & Governance

- Maintain organized records of drawings, MOMs, approvals.

- Track and document all change orders.

- Support preparation of presentations and reports.

4. Budget & Procurement Support

- Assist in collating project budgets and cost updates.

- Track vendor contracts, POs, payments.

- Maintain Capex tracking sheets.

5. Quality, Compliance & Site Readiness

- Monitor adherence to brand guidelines and technical standards.

- Coordinate snagging and compliance documentation.

6. Reporting & MIS

- Prepare dashboards on progress, risks, budgets.

- Consolidate reports for leadership reviews.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

- Essential: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Civil/Architecture/Construction), Project Management.

- Preferred: PG in Project Management or PMP/Prince2.

Work Experience:

- 8–14 years of architectural design experience.

- At least 12 years relevant experience.

- Experience in Real Estate (Hospitality) / International Hotel Brands.