Associate – Architecture, AppTech, Advisory

Overview

Associate in business application consulting at PwC, providing consulting services across a range of business applications to help clients optimise operational efficiency. The role also covers planning, coordinating and delivering IT implementation projects so that solutions are delivered on time, within scope and within budget.

What you'll do

• Engage with clients to gather functional requirements and understand business processes related to building permits and approvals.
• Interpret building bye-laws and development control regulations and apply them to functional workflows.
• Prepare Functional Requirement Documents (FRDs), Use Case documents and process flow diagrams.
• Coordinate with developers and technical teams to ensure proper implementation of requirements.
• Review system outputs and assist in functional testing and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
• Analyze CAD drawings and ensure alignment with system validation rules.
• Provide support during implementation, training and post-deployment activities.
• Maintain clear communication between clients, project managers and the development team.
• Identify process gaps and suggest improvements for system efficiency.

What you'll need

• Strong understanding of building bye-laws, DCR (Development Control Regulations) and approval procedures.
• Experience in preparing functional documents, BRDs, FRDs and workflow diagrams.
• Ability to read, interpret and analyze CAD drawings.
• Basic knowledge of software development processes (SDLC).
• Years of experience required: 5+.
• Education: B.Arch/BE/B.TECH/MCA or equivalent; Bachelor of Technology required.
• Required skills: Microsoft SQL Server, .NET Framework.

Nice to have

• AutoCAD skills.
• Agile methodology.
• Exposure to municipal e-governance or building permit systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (client-facing role).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to translate complex client requirements into clear functional specifications.
• Attention to detail and strong documentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and handle timelines effectively.
• Proficiency with project management tools (Jira, MS Project, Asana, Trello, etc.).

Details

• Location: Chennai.
• Visa sponsorship: not offered.
• Government clearance: not required.
• Job posting end date: March 2, 2026.