Lead Architect

Actively Reviewing the Applications

Jacobs

India Full-Time On-site

Posted 3 weeks ago • Apply by June 14, 2026

Job Description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

The role involves leading master planning and architectural design, delivering schematic to working drawings, 2D/3D models, and detailed BOQs while ensuring compliance with NBC, byelaws, LEED, and global standards. It includes reviewing partner deliverables, coordinating across disciplines, preparing design basis reports, tenders, and cost estimates, and resolving TQs/RFIs. The role also guides BIM/Revit teams in producing LOD‑based models and ensures quality of plans, elevations, sections, and building details. A COA‑registered B.Arch with 12+ years in industrial, energy, pharma, FMCG, or data center projects and proficiency in Revit and related tools is essential.

Master plan and layout preparation at plot plan level
Core competency in Architectural designs and should have ability and hands on experience to work on schematic/statutory/ working drawings and 2D /3D, Presentation, along with architectural BOQ & specifications
Shall have knowledge of statutory regulations, LEEDs certifications requirements, hygiene, and sustainability related design concepts/requirements
Global architectural practices / domain knowledge preferable to be able to check & review our global engineering partner’s drawings & documents.
Strong knowledge of NBC and statutory codes, building byelaws, state wise requirements
Preparation of BOQ’s, Tender Documents etc.
Interdisciplinary coordination
Preparation of Design basis and technical specifications for Architectural works and PEB building architectural works.
Preparation of technical bid analysis and Resolutions of TQs and site RFI
Façade & Fenestration, Interiors, Sanitation, and plumbing conceptualization to detail engineering including options for look and feel, walkthroughs, presentations etc.
Conceptualization, preparation of various options meeting the Uptime Institute’s Tier standard.
Preparation of Design Basis Report & Room Book
Planning / guiding a team of Revit modelers in developing BIM model meeting LOD 100 to 400 requirements during various phases of the projects.
Reviewing the model / ensuring quality control on the model / guiding the modelers in extracting layouts from the 3D model like Architectural Plans, elevations, sections, plumbing drawings
Preparation of site works tender including specifications and bill of material.
Preparation of cost estimation for architectural part of the project

Here's what you'll need

B.Arch. Degree from recognized university, Registered with COA

12+ years of experience in industrial projects in the domain of

Advance manufacturing of Chemical, fine chemicals, specialty chemicals industrial projects
New energy businesses like EV, PV, and associates industrial projects.
Automotive industries, pharmaceutical plants, FMCG projects
Data Center Experience will be an addon advantage

Awareness of 3D platforms like Revit 3D, Sketch up, Lumion, Twin motion
Excellent domain knowledge of Master planning, preparation of concept layouts, working drawings and good for construction drawings, Pre-Engineered Building works

At Jacobs we value people. Having the right balance of belonging, career and lifestyle enables us to consistently deliver and exceed clients’ expectations.

Working alongside industry leaders, you will have the opportunity to develop your career working on key projects in an environment which encourages collaboration, knowledge sharing and innovation. To support your professional growth, Jacobs flexible working arrangements, extended leave options and a host of social, health and wellbeing events and initiatives will underpin our commitment to you.

At Jacobs it’s all about what you do, not where you are, which counts!

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.