(India) Director, Architecture
Description
We are Thinkers That Do!
Delivering innovative solutions to our clients requires the best people. At WD, architects, engineers, designers, and strategists work together to impact national and global brands. With over 400 talented associates worldwide, WD is licensed in all 50 states and Canada. We provide an environment where associates gain experience, train and mentor with the best, and build a successful career!
We are excited to offer an opening for a Director, Architecture in our Mumbai Office (Jogeshwari West). WD offers a hybrid working model in India - 2 days in the office, 3 days working from home. Our work hours are Monday - Friday, 10AM - 7PM. No weekend work hours.
The Director, Architecture is a new role based in our Mumbai office and a key member of our global operations at WD! You will be leading strong, existing Architectural teams by driving WD's strategic vision and ensuring our India teams are learning and delivering the highest standards of technical excellence. This role will work closely with the Director, Engineering (India) and within our global operations by managing the performance of the architectural discipline in India and aligning its objectives with WD's mission, values and business goals.
Some of the ways you'll achieve success:
- Overseeing execution of architectural work to ensure the highest quality standards, adherence to deadlines, and compliance with all relevant regulations and codes
- Effectively directing the architectural teams' operational processes, workflows, and systems to ensure successful project delivery
- Facilitating seamless integration and execution of projects in collaboration with the Director, Engineering (India) and US teams
- Meeting key operational and budgetary metrics
- Providing daily strategic leadership over the architectural discipline in India, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture
- Creating opportunities for daily mentoring by being accessible to team members to support advancement of their knowledge and career growth
Necessary Experience:
- Degree in Architecture or qualifying relevant professional experience
- Registered Architect is preferred
- Advanced experience in architectural design with the ability to provide technical training and direction to managers and Architects, as well as mid-level and junior Associates
- Advanced experience in management and leadership
- Experience working on architectural projects for retail, big-box, restaurant, grocery or other relevant industry verticals
- Extensive experience working within the US or working with US-based companies
- Prior experience managing and supporting offshore or international corporations is preferred
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