Head Design and Statutory Approval - Construction

Godrej Constructions

Godrej Constructions mission is to create a world where nature and progress can co-exist harmoniously. From producing greener construction materials to solving the pressing issue of construction waste, Godrej Construction is present in every stage of the real estate development life cycle.

The services offered by Godrej Construction include manufacturing sustainable construction materials, providing environmental engineering solutions, and helping deliver holistic spaces to customers through our construction and civil engineering services, as well as horticulture and landscape management. The lean manufacturing culture encourages the elimination of waste, creates better value, and ensures faster delivery.

The business also leases out and maintains commercial properties, catering to clients of different sizes and needs across industries. Its engineering expertise enables it to build and fit-out office spaces according to client specifications.

Godrej Construction also has a ready-mix concrete plant and a well-equipped central concrete laboratory to ensure consistency and quality. Focused on the environment, all Godrej Construction projects bear the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) certification.

Godrej Construction is the only corporate in India with a globally certified Environment Management System.

KRA:

1. Conceptualization of projects based on strategic plan.
2. Architectural Design, Development & Controls (internal & external projects)
3. Comprehensive statutory compliance across G&B
4. Divisional Initiatives

Job Description:

1. In-depth understanding of Built Environments, including Building Design, Master planning, Urban Development and related aspects, Compliances to Statutory & Regulatory requirements - good skills in preparing and presenting detailed project report, conducting project evaluation & feasibility studies of the proposed project and schemes.
2. Ensuring Architectural Design, Civil Structural Design and Design of MEPS systems as per the prevailing National Building Codes, local Building bye-laws.
3. To present the organizations project in appropriate forums such as MCGM, concerned Local Municipal / State / National Government Authorities, to help obtain necessary approvals for the various Projects of the Business.
4. Lead / Assist in the Business with Project Appraisals, Development of Construction Materials and related research, Coordinate with Customers / End users, Design / Technical Consultants, Suppliers & Business Partners to help Design and Develop appropriate solutions as per Stakeholder expectations that help create the right product / service differentiation which can yield a much better ROI
5. Design Conceptualization ability for Development of Construction Projects (Industrial, Residential & Commercial) and integration of various elements of Design namely; Architecture, Structure, MEP Services, Landscape, Interior, Lighting, Façade for real estate development of large projects.
6. Spearhead and anchor entire design process to ensure design has high marketability, functional & economical soundness, provision of great environment for users
7. Appoint appropriate International AOR & Design Consultants and Contractors/Vendors - developing RFPs, Design briefs, comparative analysis, negotiations and drafting up Agreements ensuring End to end delivery of Design and Project management.
8. Value Engineering / Value design, Cost engineering / Cost optimization through design, Knowledge in Construction Technologies, Product optimization as per business requirements, Technical due diligence & other process required during preconstruction stage.
9. Develop and establish Checks and Measures to ensure detailing in outputs for construction activity.
10. Ensure Design Validation process through personal visits to Sites, Interaction with end users, feedback from customers and incorporating the same into design and development process.
11. Creating & enhancing value by ensuring Innovation in Architectural Design process in line with requirements from stakeholders.
12. Setting & Implementation of Product Performance Standards, specifications and selection of appropriate materials.
13. Lead the team in all disciplines of Design from master planning, Architecture, Structure, MEP Services, Landscape, Interior, Lighting, Façade and create a culture of Innovation.
14. Coordinating between different teams for BOQ, Tendering, execution and Handover of the projects
15. Co-ordinate closely with Purchase and procurement team for material identification and finalisation.
16. To manage all regulatory matters of various courts and regulatory offices for Land & Revenue related matters across India including Property Tax matters.
17. Possess hands on knowledge of modern, innovative building materials and system across globe and designs to build robust processes and drive excellence to set high benchmark in Design, Safety & Quality of the product.
18. Have worked on BIM & Lean management to drive the project delivery.
19. Ensuring high standards of safety in all projects right from Design Development stage.
20. Team Building / Subordinate Development
21. Contribution to various divisional initiatives such as; Business excellence, Kaizen, BBS, Innovation, etc.

Qualification: Bachelor in Architecture or Masters in Architecture

Experience: 20+ years of work experience and at least 5 years as Head of Design & Statutory Approvals.

Special Skills:

1. Structural Design Concept
2. Project Management techniques
3. Knowledge of Construction materials
4. Decision Making
5. Communication skills
6. Team management
7. Knowledge of Legislations and policies and optimum utilization of the same