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Project Coordinator - Interior Design

Summary

Coordinates interior design renovation projects from handover to completion, managing timelines, budgets, contractors, and client expectations to ensure on-time, high-quality delivery.

Project Coordinator

The Project Coordinator supports the design and project management teams to oversees the execution of interior design projects from post-design handover to completion, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Handover & Planning

  • Receive project handover from Interior Designer (ID)

  • Review construction drawings, scope, and client requirements

  • Create project timeline, milestones, and work schedule

  • Identify risks and potential site constraints early

2. Client & Site Coordination

  • Conduct site briefings with clients before work starts

  • Be the main point of contact during renovation phase

  • Manage client expectations and update progress regularly

  • Handle feedback, concerns, and issue resolution

3. Contractor & Vendor Management

  • Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers

  • Ensure all works follow drawings and specifications

  • Monitor workmanship quality and site safety

  • Manage deliveries, materials, and installation schedules

4. Site Supervision

  • Conduct regular site inspections

  • Track progress vs timeline

  • Ensure compliance with design intent and technical drawings

  • Identify and resolve on-site issues quickly

5. Budget & Variation Order (VO) Management

  • Track project costs and ensure budget control

  • Prepare and manage Variation Orders (VOs) during project stage

  • Get client approval for any changes before execution

6. Timeline & Progress Tracking

  • Ensure project milestones are met

  • Flag delays early and propose solutions

  • Coordinate multiple trades to avoid clashes

7. Project Completion & Handover

  • Conduct final inspections (defects check)

  • Ensure all works are completed to standard

  • Arrange final client walkthrough

  • Coordinate rectifications and touch-ups

Skills & Requirements

  • Experience in interior design / renovation project management preferred

  • Strong understanding of construction drawings & materials

  • Excellent coordination & problem-solving skills

  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

  • Strong communication (clients + contractors)

  • Detail-oriented and highly organised

KPIs (What success looks like)

  • Projects completed on time & within budget

  • Minimal defects / rework

  • Client satisfaction (smooth experience)

  • Efficient handling of VOs

  • Strong site coordination (low delays/issues)

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