We are seeking a Lead Architect in Bengaluru, India with deep expertise in building envelope systems and advanced Revit production to lead the technical development of complex architectural projects for a leading US-headquartered construction enterprise. The role serves as the technical authority on project teams, leading architecture systems, façade detailing, and BIM-based documentation from Design Development through Construction Administration. International project experience is mandatory; US project experience is preferred.

About the Client

Our client is a leading US-headquartered national construction enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. The company provides value across the entire project lifecycle through core construction management services and complementary business lines spanning real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology investment, with projects across healthcare, life sciences, higher education, mission critical, aviation, transportation, and commercial sectors.

About the Global Capability Centre

The client has established a strategic global capability centre in Bengaluru, India, created to unlock the full potential of a globally integrated delivery model. The centre brings together world-class talent, advanced technology, and innovative processes, partnering closely with teams across the United States to contribute to some of the most complex construction projects in North America.

About the Design Vertical

The client’s newly created design vertical aims to disrupt the traditional design delivery process through a proprietary, collaborative, and fully integrated design-build service offering. It leverages core construction capabilities alongside innovative technologies and processes to deliver design excellence with unprecedented levels of efficiency and predictability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead delivery strategy across projects.

• Define delivery framework and technical direction.

• Establish QA/QC governance and workflows.

• Coordinate with PMs and site teams for execution alignment.

• Support escalation management and technical risk mitigation.

• Drive resource planning and utilization.

• Maintain high levels of curiosity to learn and develop deep expertise within the construction industry.

• Maintain high standards for accuracy of deliverables, productivity, timeliness, and compliance with standards.

Role Dimensions

• Technical: define delivery frameworks and technical standards; act as sector subject-matter expert; oversee technical compliance and governance.

• Project scope: sector, portfolio, or regional oversight.

• Decision-making: cross-project prioritization and escalation management.

• Client interaction: trusted client-facing technical lead.

• People: may coach and mentor teams or sector pods.

• Commercial: resource planning and margin awareness; operational forecasting support.

• Success metrics: team performance, delivery accuracy, responsiveness, and regional outcomes.

Mandatory Requirements

• International project experience is mandatory; US project experience is preferred.

• Candidates must currently be located in Bengaluru.

• Strong experience collaborating with international design teams.

• Excellent communication skills.

Required Qualifications

• Education: professional degree in Architecture or Engineering is required.

• Experience: 10+ years with significant involvement in technical project delivery.

• Advanced Revit proficiency with demonstrated experience leading BIM-based documentation on complex projects.

• Experience planning and programming space.

• Deep experience detailing exterior building enclosures and façade systems.

• Proven success working on multiple projects and building types, across all project phases including Construction Documentation and Construction Administration.

• Strong working knowledge of IBC, accessibility standards, and construction methods.

• Experience with large-scale projects and complex building systems or specialty enclosure consultants.

• Familiarity with façade performance testing (ASTM E283, E331, AAMA standards, etc.).

• Significant design experience, including workplace, hospitality, residential, and higher education.

• Strong ability to balance conceptual design thinking with technical execution.

• Interest in computational design, visualization technologies, AI-enabled workflows, and emerging design tools.

Leadership & Personal Attributes

• Proven ability to coordinate with consultants, fabricators, and contractors.

• Shared enthusiasm for executing an integrated design-build vision, with a demonstrated willingness to rethink traditional methodologies.

• Genuinely collaborative and open to expert opinions, while able to confidently bring technical design knowledge to discussions.

• Value-driven design philosophy incorporating sound business judgment, community benefit, and aesthetic excellence.

• Self-motivated; able to work in a team or independently, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

To apply, please send your CV to hr@alftek.com with the role title in the subject line.