Architectural Planning, Spatial Design, and Cost Estimation for the Proposed Immersive Learning Center within SIDM (now SIDR), Odisha

The Consultant will deliver architectural planning, concept design, and preliminary cost estimation for the proposed Immersive Learning Center (ILC) within SIDR, Odisha. Key responsibilities include:

• Prepare a Functional Design Brief and concept design options for stakeholder review.
• Develop a Schematic Architectural Design Package with floor plans, sections, and 3D views.
• Provide indicative cost estimates and a preliminary Bill of Quantities.
• Submit a final report and presentation package, and provide close-out support.

This role contributes to strengthening disaster preparedness and climate resilience in Odisha by designing a state-of-the-art immersive learning center that will enhance training and simulation capabilities for disaster management professionals and communities.

Required qualifications and experience:

• Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience in architectural planning and cost estimation.
• Demonstrated experience in designing institutional, educational, or training facilities.
• Ability to translate functional requirements into spatial concepts and prepare cost estimates and BoQs.
• Experience working with government agencies or large institutions is preferred.

This is a consultancy assignment with a contract duration of 6 months (August 2026 – January 2027). The consultant will be home-based with travel to Bhubaneswar as required. All travel costs are covered by ADPC. Payment is made upon approval of deliverables.

The Asian Disaster Preparedness Center (ADPC) is an autonomous international organization established in 1986, dedicated to disaster risk reduction and climate resilience in Asia and the Pacific. It works with governments and communities to build safer communities and sustainable development through capacity building, policy support, and innovative solutions.