Senior Interior Designer

For Senior position:
Design & Project Delivery
• Lead and develop assigned interior design packages from Concept through Design Development, Construction Documentation and Construction Follow-up.
• Take ownership of design quality, deliverables, deadlines, and coordination for assigned projects/packages.
• Develop creative and functional design solutions based on client briefs, project objectives, brand identity, context and operational requirements.
• Develop space planning, layouts, furniture arrangements, material palettes, color schemes, FF&E and interior details.
• Prepare design concepts, mood boards, material presentations, design narratives and high-quality 2D/3D presentations.
• Produce and coordinate technical and detailed drawings using AutoCAD, SketchUp and other relevant software.
• Ensure design proposals are aesthetically strong, functional, practical, buildable and appropriate to the project budget and program.
• Provide site support, review construction progress and assist in resolving design, material and technical issues while protecting the approved design intent.
Client & Consultant Coordination
• Meet with clients to understand their requirements, preferences, operational needs and project objectives.
• Present and communicate design concepts and proposals clearly and confidently to clients and stakeholders, including in English.
• Respond professionally to client feedback and proactively communicate design decisions, issues and solutions.
• Coordinate with architects, MEP, structural, lighting, landscape, kitchen, signage, FF&E and other specialist consultants.
• Coordinate with contractors, suppliers and external parties when required to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Visit sites, record existing conditions and provide clear reports and recommendations to the Design Manager / Project Leader.
Technical & Quality Control
• Develop and review interior details, materials, finishes, FF&E and construction documentation.
• Apply good knowledge of interior construction, materials, joinery, furniture fabrication and local construction practices.
• Ensure drawings, 3D models, presentations and other deliverables are accurate, coordinated and consistent with the approved design.
• Review work produced by 2D drafters and junior/intermediate designers and provide constructive design and technical feedback.
• Identify potential design and construction issues proactively and propose practical solutions.
• Maintain organized project files and follow company documentation, reporting, and quality-control procedures.
Team & Professional Responsibilities
• Provide design direction and technical support to junior and intermediate designers.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to the development of the design team.
• Manage priorities and deliver work efficiently under tight deadlines and with minimum supervision.
• Collaborate effectively with Design Directors, Design Managers, Project Leaders and multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrate awareness of project scope, program, and the impact of design decisions on project delivery.
• Represent the company professionally when dealing with clients, consultants, contractors and suppliers.
• Perform other tasks as reasonably assigned by the Line Manager.
For Junior position:
• Interior concept design.
• Interior Design - 2D/3D design.
• Participating in meeting with clients to determine factors affecting to planning interior environments, interior design preferences, purpose and function
• Visiting sites, taking note of necessary information and reporting to design manager/project leader.
• Develop project concepts, such as space planning, layout and utilization of furnishings and equipment, and color coordination.
• Participating & supporting in all phases of ID process, from Concept to Construction follow-up.
• Producing 2D/3D (sketch up) technical and detailed drawings to illustrate the project to the Client but also to other design departments
• Providing illustrations for products whenever necessary.
• Controlling quality of 2D designs at all stages of design.
• Coordinating to print and bind all materials according to project requirements.
• Controlling design project files.
• Professional use of 3D sketch up for Client and team presentations.
• Proactively communicate and coordinate with clients, external parties and internal teams to ensure projects flow smoothly without delay
• Performing other tasks as assigned by line manager.
• Following all reporting procedures as instructed.