Senior Interior Designer- Hospitality

As a Senior Interior Designer, your responsibilities will include leading the design and execution of interior spaces that meet both the functional and aesthetic needs of clients. Key tasks involve project management, collaborating with clients, developing designs, coordinating with vendors, ensuring compliance with regulations, and staying updated on design trends.

To be successful in this role, you must have strong, relevant experience in Hospitality, Luxury Residential and Commercial markets within the UAE with excellent creative thinking & management skills and be able to create designs based on conversations and a brief from clients. You should be able to demonstrate completed projects within Dubai, have a strong supplier network and confidence in presenting and managing third parties, contractors and Client expectations. You should be able to manage a team, communicate instructions clearly and be able to work independently on delivering a project from start to finish.

Responsibilities:

• Independently manage your own projects from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with client expectations and timely delivery of presentations, drawings and contractual obligations.
• Communicate the company’s brand message through design, presentations, and professional conduct.
• Effectively communicate with clients, vendors, and team members to understand design needs, preferences, and objectives, translating them into actionable project requirements.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms with suppliers to secure cost-effective solutions while maintaining high quality standards, including civil and fit out tenders.
• Oversee project supervision both onsite and remotely, maintaining detailed written and verbal communication with the team, clients and contractors.
• Foster strong relationships with clients to encourage repeat business and referrals for business development.
• Prepare presentations and drawings (3D, 2D, mood boards, mock-ups and renderings) to ensure they meet the client expectations and vision.
• Responsibility of the materials library involves organization, maintenance and utilizing it as a critical resource for design projects. This includes ensuring that current samples are stocked and that selected materials complement the overall design narrative.
• FF&E & Procurement; identifying appropriate furniture, fixtures, materials, and equipment that align with the design concept, project goals, and client preferences. Developing comprehensive specifications and schedules to provide clear guidance to the procurement team and contractors, while overseeing the logistical coordination.
• Maintain a high level of organization and ensuring all administrative tasks are completed accurately and on schedule within your team.
• If required, represent the company at industry events, speaking engagements, and through social media platforms.
• Managing the ID department deliverables, 3D team & Interns, providing advice and training & performance management, always motivating them to improve and grow within the company.
• Stay updated on industry trends to ensure the studio remains relevant and competitive.
  
  

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture/Interior Design with at least 7+ years of experience in related field, majority to be within UAE
• Proven experience as an Interior designer with creative and passion in design.
• Experienced in Luxury Residential, Hospitality and Commercial Interior Design
• Proficient in software's including AutoCAD,3DS Max, Photoshop, Microsoft Excel/Word etc., Illustrator, PowerPoint, Sketchup.
• Strong creative organizational and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to execute and manage teams.
• Reporting and writing skills in English.
• Valid UAE driving license.
• Must be flexible and available for international travel based on business needs.
  
  

• Petrol Allowance
• Annual Bonus