Lead Architect

Job Title: Senior Architect

Location: Hyderabad

Experience: 8-12 Years

Candidates with experience in Hyperscale Data Centers, Colocation Facilities, Mission-Critical Infrastructure, Industrial Parks, Technology Campuses, or Large-scale Commercial Developments will be preferred.

Industry: Real Estate / Construction / Mission Critical Facilities

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Senior Architect with 8-12 years of experience in designing and delivering large-scale Data Center projects. The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading architectural design, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, managing project deliverables, and ensuring compliance with client requirements, industry standards, and statutory regulations throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead architectural design and planning for Data Center, Mission-Critical, Industrial, and Technology Infrastructure projects.
• Develop concept, schematic, design development, and construction documentation packages.
• Coordinate with MEP, Structural, Civil, Security, ICT, and specialist consultants to ensure seamless project integration.
• Ensure compliance with local building codes, fire & life safety regulations, zoning requirements, and international Data Center standards.
• Review and validate architectural drawings, specifications, shop drawings, and construction documentation.
• Collaborate with project stakeholders, clients, contractors, and consultants to deliver projects within budget and schedule.
• Participate in value engineering and design optimization during project development.
• Lead BIM coordination activities and ensure project documentation is maintained as per quality standards.
• Support construction teams with technical guidance, design clarifications, and site coordination during execution.
• Conduct design reviews and quality audits to maintain project excellence.
• Manage multiple projects and provide technical leadership to junior architects and design teams.
• Coordinate authority approvals and statutory submissions where required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Architecture from a recognized institution.
• Registered Architect certification preferred.
• 8-12 years of architectural design and project delivery experience.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in Data Center, Mission-Critical, Industrial, High-Tech, or Large Commercial Infrastructure Projects.
• Strong understanding of Data Center design principles, operational requirements, and space planning.
• Experience in coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Knowledge of international building codes, fire and life safety requirements, and sustainable design principles.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, BIM 360, Navisworks, SketchUp, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Experience

• Exposure to Uptime Institute Tier Standards, TIA-942, NFPA, ASHRAE, and other Data Center design frameworks.
• Experience in fast-track project delivery environments.
• Knowledge of LEED, IGBC, or sustainable building certification requirements.
• Experience in international projects will be an added advantage.

Key Skills

• Data Center Architecture
• Mission-Critical Facilities
• Design Management
• BIM/Revit
• Master Planning
• Construction Documentation
• Multidisciplinary Coordination
• Design Review & Quality Assurance
• Stakeholder Management
• Project Delivery
• Authority Approvals
• Value Engineering

Desired Candidate Profile

• Strong technical and design management capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to lead design discussions and efficiently manage project timelines.
• Solution-oriented mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Experience working with leading Data Center developers, consultants, contractors, or project management firms.