Ar. GAJENDRAN MUTHUKRISHNAN

Executive Director | Principal Architect | Design Leader

Bengaluru, IN.

About

A seasoned Executive Director and Principal Architect with over 25 years of comprehensive experience in architecture and interior design, specializing in leading multi-disciplinary teams and delivering large-scale projects from concept to completion. Proven expertise in strategic design, project management, and operational oversight across hospitality, healthcare, corporate, and residential sectors, consistently driving client satisfaction and organizational growth.

Work

SJ Architect Consultants (P) Ltd

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Design Director & Principal Architect – Architecture & Interior Design

Bangalore, Karnataka, India

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Summary

Spearheaded multi-disciplinary architectural and interior design consultancy services as Head of Department, overseeing projects from feasibility to completion for diverse sectors including hospitality, healthcare, and corporate.

Highlights

Directed a team of 30+ architects and designers, managing all aspects of client engagement, design development, technical execution, and contractor coordination for a diverse portfolio of projects.

Led strategic design and build initiatives, ensuring the successful delivery of complex projects across hospitality (e.g., Hotels in Kochi, Chennai), healthcare, and educational (e.g., Orchids International School) sectors.

Managed the full project lifecycle, from conceptualization and design development through to GFC and site coordination, ensuring adherence to quality, budget, and timeline objectives.

Cultivated strong client relationships and managed contractor collaborations, contributing to high levels of project success and client satisfaction across multiple establishments.

Archimedes India Consultants (P) Ltd

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Team Lead, Senior Architect & Interior Designer

Bangalore, Karnataka, India

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Summary

Led a 12-person architectural and interior design team, specializing in healthcare and corporate office projects, ensuring successful delivery from conceptual design through to material finalization and vendor management.

Highlights

Managed and mentored a team of 12+ architects and interior designers, fostering a collaborative environment that consistently delivered high-quality project outcomes.

Spearheaded the design and project management consultancy (PMC) for large-scale healthcare facilities, including the 400-bedded Sakra World Healthcare Centre and multiple 100-300 bedded multi-specialty hospitals across India and Iraq.

Orchestrated comprehensive project stages from conceptual design and working drawings to GFC and MEP coordination, ensuring seamless execution and stakeholder alignment.

Recognized with the "Best Performance Award" in 2012 and "Best Architect Designer Award" in 2013 for exceptional contributions to project excellence and design innovation.

Al Dar Architectural Consultants & Contracting Est

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Senior Architect & Interior Designer Project Team Lead

Riyadh, Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia

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Summary

Directed design and build initiatives for high-end palaces, bungalows, and corporate offices, leading a team of 5-8 professionals through all project phases from conceptualization to factory coordination and site visits.

Highlights

Led a project team of 5-8 interior architects and designers, delivering large-scale, high-profile projects for royal palaces and corporate offices in Saudi Arabia.

Managed end-to-end project lifecycle, encompassing conceptual design, presentation, design development, detailing, working drawings, furniture design, and coordination with various services.

Successfully oversaw the construction and fit-out of multiple royal residences, including King Fahed Bin Mohammed Palace and Prince Salman Bin Mohammed Palace, ensuring meticulous attention to detail and high-quality execution.

Coordinated extensively with clients, consultants, and vendors, facilitating material finalization, site visits, and factory inspections to meet stringent project specifications and timelines.

Education

MK University

Tamil Nadu, Tamil Nadu, India
MBA (Master of Business Administration) Operation & Project Management

Anna University

Tamil Nadu, Tamil Nadu, India
M.Arch (Master of Architecture) Architecture

Anna University

Tamil Nadu, Tamil Nadu, India
B.Arch (Bachelor of Architecture) Architecture

Awards

Best Architect Designer Award

Archimedes India (P) Ltd

Acknowledged for excellence in architectural design and innovative solutions.

Best Performance Award

Archimedes India (P) Ltd

Recognized for outstanding performance and contributions to project success within the organization.

Languages

English

Hindi

Kannada

Tamil

Malayalam

Arabic

Skills

Architectural Design

Concept Development, Schematic Design, Design Development (DD), Government Furnished Component (GFC), Interior Design, Architect & Interior.

Project Management

Project Planning & Execution, Cost Estimation, Bill of Quantities (BOQ), Quality Assurance (QA/QC), MEP Coordination, Site Supervision, Vendor Management, Client Relationship Management, Cost Negotiation, Coordination.

Leadership & Strategy

Team Leadership (30+ professionals), Design Management, Strategic Planning, Cross-functional Team Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Performance Appraisal, Training & Development, Business Development, Operations Management.

Software & Tools

AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, SketchUp, V-Ray, Revit, MS Office Suite.