Chief Architect _ Bid Position

It has been more than 60 years since SYSTRA has garnered expertise that spans the entire spectrum of Mass Rapid Transit System. SYSTRA India’s valuable presence in India roots back to 1957, where SYSTRA worked on the electrification of Indian Railways. Our technical excellence, holistic approach and the tremendous talent provides a career that puts people who join us at the heart of improving transportation and urban infrastructure efficiency.

Understand better who we are by visiting www.systra.in

Context

In India, SYSTRA is an international consulting and engineering company operating in the fields of Metros, High Speed Rail, Railways, Roads, Buildings, Urban planning, and Water Infrastructure for public and private organizations.

Our unique expertise is backed with a reputation built through technical excellence delivered on projects. Our fully integrated services are tailored to plan and manage projects using proven best practices.

In India, the launch of the first line of Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) in 2002, put SYSTRA on the map as a key partner for mass transit lines in the country and initiated a longstanding partnership with DMRC. Since then, SYSTRA has been involved in more than 80% of metro projects in India in all major Indian cities – Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Surat, Nagpur, Kochi and Hyderabad.

The collective team competence built up in the two decades in the metro business renders us capable of delivering innovative, reliable, cost-competitive Project Management solutions adhering to the highest standards of safety and quality.

We are seeking applications for the position of Chief Architect for PMC Service for Property Development & Miscellaneous Works in Southern Region.

Missions/Main Duties

• Architectural Leadership

  • Oversee the architectural design for metro stations, depots, ancillary buildings, public spaces, and urban integration elements.
  • Establish and articulate the overall architectural vision and ensure design consistency throughout project phases.
  • Lead and mentor internal architecture teams and coordinate with external design consultants.

• Project Coordination

  • Collaborate closely with engineering, planning, urban design, structural, and MEP teams to achieve holistic project solutions.
  • Review design documents, drawings, specifications, and BIM models for accuracy and adherence to standards.

• Design Quality & Compliance

  • Ensure all architectural works comply with relevant codes, standards, and local authority requirements.
  • Incorporate sustainability, safety, accessibility, and cost-effectiveness into all design solutions.
  • Address and resolve design issues, technical challenges, and client feedback promptly.

• Stakeholder Management

  • Liaise with clients, government agencies, partners, and contractors on design matters.
  • Represent the design intent during presentations, reviews, workshops, and stakeholder meetings.

• Documentation & Reporting

  • Oversee production and delivery of architectural drawings, visualizations, technical reports, and presentations.
  • Ensure timely completion and submission of design deliverables according to project schedules.

Profile/Skills

• Master’s degree in architecture.
• Graduate in Architecture or Equivalent.
• More than 18 years of experience in the field.
• Ability to problem solve, especially in an integrated project delivery environment, applying industry best practices.
• Self-motivated individual with outstanding leadership skills and the ability to influence without authority.

We commit to put people who join us at the heart of improving transportation and urban infrastructure efficiency. As we are growing, this is time to be a part of this challenging adventure. It’s not a job - it’s a career!