Senior Architect (Real Estate)

Company Overview:

Stonecraft Group is on a mission to impart the impalpable joy of living in nature. We are a multidisciplinary real estate firm that develops eco-conscious residential projects.

Over the sales of 200+ acre plots in Hyderabad over the past 15 years, a bias towards nature has been our driving force. We believe in creating a positive imbalance favoring nature with our ventures, from our celebrated farm plots to our upcoming boutique apartments.

We are best known for building the worlds largest self-sustaining Miyawaki Forest. We built it inside our pioneering project, Stonecraft Woods Shamshabad.

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch), or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Registration with the Council of Architecture (COA) is often required.
• Minimum experience: 6+ years in architectural design & execution, especially in the real estate sector dealing with high-rise residential / mixed-use / commercial projects.

Skills & Technical Competencies

• Strong design and conceptual skills; ability to take a project from concept through to detailed design.
• Proficiency in architectural software: AutoCAD, Revit (BIM), SketchUp, 3D rendering tools, and other visualization tools.
• Knowledge of structural, MEP, electrical, plumbing interfaces for coordination.
• Good understanding of local building codes, zoning laws, municipal bylaws, safety standards, regulatory & sanctioning processes.
• Capability in preparing sanction/approval drawings, working / construction drawings, presentation drawings, elevations, sections, details.
• Vendor / material sourcing knowledge; finishes, specifications etc.
• Site supervision skills; the ability to monitor execution, ensure adherence to design, quality, timelines.

Roles & Responsibilities

--> Regulatory / Approvals / Documentation

• Prepare drawings / documents required for municipal approvals, building permits, occupancy certificates etc.
• Ensure designs comply with local and national regulations (zoning, fire safety, UDCPR / CDCPR or similar in city, FSI / FAR, setbacks etc.).

--> Detailed Design & Coordination

• Produce working (construction) drawings, shop drawings.
• Coordinate with structural, MEP, landscape, interiors teams to ensure integrated design.

--> Project Execution & Site Management

• Conduct site visits to ensure execution adheres to drawings and specifications. Identify and resolve design issues on site.
• Monitor workmanship & quality; oversee setting out, dimensions, finishes.
• Coordinate change orders and ensure any revisions are documented and approved.

--> Budgeting, Scheduling & Feasibility

• Estimate architectural costs, material and finishes; suggest value engineering where needed.
• Assist / lead preparation of project schedules, timelines for design phases, approvals, execution.
• Participate in feasibility studies / site analysis (site topography, constraints, orientation, climate etc.).

--> Team Leadership / Mentoring

• Mentor junior architects / interns; review their drawings and outputs.
• Lead or assist in managing consultant teams.
• Ensure smooth workflow between design, execution, and handover phases.

--> Handover & Closeout

• Prepare completion / handover drawings.
• Oversee defect liability period (DLP), ensure corrections or punch lists are completed.
• Ensure all documentation / certifications / as‐built drawings are ready.

Personal Qualities & Soft Skills

• Strong communication skills - with clients, contractors, regulatory bodies.
• Leadership & decision making; ability to take initiative.
• Strong problem solving, ability to adapt to onsite challenges.
• Attention to detail & high quality standard.
• Time management; ability to handle multiple projects / deliverables.
• Integrity, ethics, ensuring safety, compliance etc.