Senior Architect at Azim Premji Foundation

Location: Bangalore, Karnataka
Experience: 10 to 12 years in architectural design and management, with a portfolio in schools, universities, or healthcare facilities
Compensation: Competitive

Azim Premji Foundation

Azim Premji Foundation is a non-profit organisation working to improve the quality of education in government schools across India. The Foundation partners with state governments, teachers, and communities to create meaningful and lasting change in the lives of children, especially those from underserved backgrounds. Read more about the organisation

Role

The Senior Architect will serve as the primary technical and design link between central leadership and multiple project teams. This role oversees the architectural quality of large-scale institutional buildings including schools, universities, and hospitals, ensuring that designs are safe, functional, cost-effective, and in line with organisational standards.

Responsibilities

Lead the review of architectural plans, sections, and details for institutional buildings; ensure compliance with safety standards, campus master plans, and sector-specific regulations.
Act as the central coordination point across multiple projects; work with external architects, MEP (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing) and structural consultants, and designers to ensure consistency in drawings and resolve design conflicts before they reach the construction site.
Define material and product specifications suited to institutional and high-traffic environments; review Bill of Quantities (BOQ) and identify options to optimise budgets without reducing design quality.
Prepare clear comparisons of design options, material choices, and vendor proposals; present findings and data-driven insights to senior leadership for decision-making.
Serve as the key link between the design team and on-site contractors; brief leadership regularly on project progress, design changes, and potential risks.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch). Council of Architecture (COA) registration is preferred.
10 to 12 years of experience in architectural design and management, with a proven track record in schools, universities, or hospital projects.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit (BIM), and Microsoft Office; able to read and interpret complex technical drawings and BOQs.
Strong analytical skills for comparing design options and presenting findings clearly to senior leadership.
Good communication and presentation skills; comfortable working with both creative design teams and corporate management.

Benefits

Competitive compensation from a well-respected national-level foundation.
Opportunity to shape the design of large-scale institutional buildings that directly support education and healthcare in India.
Work alongside a motivated team committed to quality design and social impact.