Job Description

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Job Title: Manager - Interior Design Architect
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
Function: Design
Business: Godrej Fund Management
Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
About Godrej Industries Group
At the Godrej Industries Group (GIG), we are privileged to serve over 1.1 billion consumers globally through our businesses with market leadership positions in the consumer products, real estate, agriculture, financial services and chemicals industries.
About Fund Management
Godrej Fund Management is a real estate private equity firm investing global institutional capital in Indian markets. We focus on creating value for our investors through the development and management of exceptional properties. We have raised and currently manage 5 funds focused on investments in office and residential properties across India. Our team is passionate about building high quality sustainable workspaces that provide state-of-the-art facilities to our tenants. All of our commercial projects seek third party environmental certification at the highest available certification level.
Job Purpose
We are seeking a highly skilled Architect and Interior Designer with a strong focus on sustainability
to join Godrej Fund Management. This role will involve conceptualizing, designing, and overseeing
the implementation of architectural and interior design solutions for projects, providing customised
design parameters while enhancing design standards, improving customer experience, and
upgrading the designed product.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Architectural Design:

• Lead the architectural/interior design process for commercial properties, ensuring designs

align with sustainability principles and organizational goals.

• Do a risk-assessment analysis for design revisions in response to the market standards &

requirements, presenting different case scenarios.

• Design manages processes that integrate sustainable building practices, energy efficiency,

and environmental stewardship.

• Collaborate with project teams, including engineers, contractors, and consultants, to

integrate sustainable design strategies throughout all project phases

• Review and verify designs proposed by external architects in various regions, ensuring

customer-centric design and compliance with standard design principles.

• Coordinate with all cross-discipline consultants to ensure a well-coordinated design

packages taking care of parameters of cost, schedule, quality, constructability and liaison.
Interior Design:

• Plan and design interior spaces that enhance functionality, aesthetics, and sustainability.
• Select sustainable materials, finishes, furniture, and fixtures that meet project requirements
• and environmental standards.
• Create interior design concepts and presentations that communicate design intent and

sustainable features to stakeholders.

• Define all elements of interior design along with FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment),

collaborating with other functions such as Contracts & Procurement, Operations, Costing &

• Budgeting for cost closure of approved components.

Project Management:

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, from initial concept through construction

completion, ensuring adherence to budget, schedule, and sustainability targets.

• Coordinate with external vendors, suppliers, and construction teams to oversee the

implementation of sustainable design elements.

• Conduct site visits and inspections to monitor construction progress and ensure compliance

with design specifications and sustainability standards.

• Manage the design process using program/time awareness and technical expertise, setting

up standards for various product components such as finishing materials and execution
details.

• Conduct timely meetings and presentations with management, implementing and tracking

ongoing strategic projects to create consistency and standardization.
Sustainability Leadership:

• Stay current with industry trends, best practices, and innovations in sustainable design and

construction.

• Advise clients and internal teams on sustainable building strategies, certifications (e.g., LEED,

BREEAM), and regulatory requirements.

• Champion sustainability initiatives within the organization and promote sustainable design

principles to clients and stakeholders.

• Adopt best practices that promote sustainability and net-zero developments.

Customer Experience:

• Ensure drawing quality and on-time delivery, collaborating with operations teams to execute

drawings without deviations through audits.

• Collaborate with external consultants to strengthen the program and create a standard

library of designs/components.

• Deliver quality products within budget, enhancing customer experience through strategic

design and implementation.
Research & Development:

• Conduct continuous research on real estate and correlated industries, design concepts, materials, and technologies to assess adoption within GFM, creating value for the business and customers.
• Assess integration of relevant innovations to create differentiation based on micro-market pain points.

Who are we looking for?
Education:

• B. Arch & M. Arch

Experience:
9 - 12 years
Skills:

• \xc2\xb7 Proven experience in architectural and interior design roles, with a focus on sustainable design practices for commercial properties.
• \xc2\xb7 Proficiency in CAD software, BIM tools, and graphic design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite).
• \xc2\xb7 Strong understanding of building codes, regulations, and sustainability certifications.
• \xc2\xb7 Excellent communication, presentation, and project management skills.

Whats in it for you?
Be an equal parent
Childcare benefits for the birthing parent, commissioning parent (in case of surrogacy) or adoptive parent, and their partners

• \xc2\xb7 6 months of paid leave for primary caregivers, flexible work options on return for primary caregivers
• \xc2\xb7 2 months paid leave for secondary caregivers
• \xc2\xb7 Caregiver travel for primary caregivers to bring a caregiver and children under a year old, on work travel

Coverage for childbirth and fertility treatment
No place for discrimination at Godrej
Gender-neutral anti-harassment policy
Same sex partner benefits at par with married spouses
Coverage for gender reassignment surgery and hormone replacement therapy
Community partnerships and advocacy
Persons with Disability (PwD) care
We are selfish about your wellness
Comprehensive health insurance plans, as well as accident coverage for you and your family, with top-up options
Elder care for those who might need to extend support to senior family members
Preventative healthcare support
Outpatient Department (OPD) coverage, including vaccinations, dental, vision, etc.
Uncapped sick leave
Flexible work options, including remote working and part-time work
Mental wellness and self-care programmes, resources and counselling
Celebrating wins, the Godrej Way
Structured recognition platforms for individual, team and business-level achievements
Digital and offline instant recognition platforms
An inclusive Godrej
Before you go, there is something important we want to highlight. There is no place for discrimination at Godrej. Diversity is the philosophy of who we are as a company. And has been for over a century. Its not just in our DNA and nice to do. Being more diverse - especially having our team members reflect the diversity of our businesses and communities - helps us innovate better and grow faster. We hope this resonates with you.
We take pride in being an equal opportunities employer. We recognize merit and encourage diversity. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination on the basis of nationality, race, colour, religion, caste, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or marital status and ensure equal opportunities for all our team members.
If this sounds like a role for you, apply now!
We look forward to meeting you.