Senior Architect with strong expertise in data centre feasibility and master planning, and secondary exposure to logistics parks. The role is upstream-focused — land evaluation, feasibility studies, development programming, and concept design — to support investment decisions and project initiation.EducationB.Arch / M.ArchExperience8–12 years in architectural design and design managementStrong experience in data centre planning and designExposure to logistics / industrial / warehousing projects preferredKey ResponsibilitiesA. Feasibility & Master PlanningConduct site visits to evaluate land parcels for data centre suitability (topography, access, utilities, land use) and prepare feasibility studies with risk assessments.Drive master planning and concept design for data centres: campus layouts, server halls, support facilities, utility corridors, and security zones.Support feasibility and design inputs for logistics park projects on a secondary basis.Develop area programs, development guidelines, and technical specifications for new projects.Provide architectural inputs for business cases and investment evaluations.B. Codes & ComplianceEnsure compliance with applicable regulations: fire, safety, electrical, and environmental norms.Maintain working knowledge of key DC standards (TIA-942, Uptime Institute Tier classifications).Working knowledge of logistics/industrial codes where involved.C. Space PlanningDevelop optimised layouts for data centres: white space, power and cooling zones, NOC/SOC, and support areas.Contribute to logistics space planning (warehouse modules, dock planning, circulation) where applicable.D. Technical Inputs & Design GovernanceReview Design Basis Reports (DBRs) and development briefs to establish design parameters at project initiation.Provide design inputs through concept and schematic stages; hand off to execution teams with clear documentation.Review designs from external architects or D&B contractors at key milestones and provide structured feedback.Assess designs for constructability, scalability, sustainability, and safety at feasibility and concept stages.Support execution teams with design clarifications as needed.E. Stakeholder ManagementCollaborate with structural, MEP, LV/ICT, and fire consultants, as well as development and investment teams.Engage clients and investors to understand requirements and communicate design intent.Present feasibility proposals and design strategies to senior stakeholders.F. InnovationTrack trends in data centre design: hyperscale, co-location, modular DCs, PUE optimisation, and sustainability.Stay informed on logistics design trends to support secondary involvement.Key Behavioural CapabilitiesStrong communication skills — verbal and written.Proficiency in AutoCAD; Revit / BIM familiarity preferred.Detail-oriented, proactive, and solution-driven.Able to manage multiple projects under tight timelines.Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills.
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Architect