Senior Designer(Commercial/Office fit-out workplace/Central/Diploma or Degree in Interior Design or related field]

Open 33d posting dated 4 days ago

Summary

Senior Interior Designer creates and documents commercial office fit-outs, producing buildable drawings, material selections, and visuals while coordinating with clients, vendors, and project teams.

WE ARE HIRING: Senior Interior Designer

Reports To:

Design Director

Department:

Design Function – Interior Design & Technical Delivery

Role Purpose

Support the design and technical delivery of commercial interior projects. Ensure drawings, design intent, and material selections are accurate, buildable, and ready for smooth handover to QS and Project Teams.

Key Responsibilities

Design Development

• Develop design concepts based on client briefs, site conditions, and feasibility studies.

• Prepare mood boards, space planning layouts, material boards, and preliminary visualizations.

• Create design proposals and presentation materials for clients.

• Refine and adjust designs based on internal reviews and client feedback.

Technical Drawings & Documentation

• Produce accurate and buildable detailed drawings.

• Prepare complete construction drawing packages, including:

Plans

Elevations

Sections

Detailed drawings

• Ensure drawings are properly labeled, coordinated, and aligned with approved design intent.

• Prepare lighting layouts, carpentry drawings, and material schedules.

• Coordinate closely with QS to ensure measurements and quantities match design requirements.

Project Handover & Coordination

• Ensure complete and organized handover of design documents to Project Executives or Project Managers.

• Highlight design risks, critical tolerances, and non-standard construction items.

• Participate in internal handover meetings and project briefings.

• Provide design clarifications and support to site teams when required.

Client Management

• Attend client meetings together with Senior Designers or Project Leads.

• Record meeting discussions and follow up on design revisions.

• Manage design changes systematically, including approvals and decision tracking.

• Maintain professional, clear, and timely communication with clients.

Vendor & Material Coordination

• Liaise with suppliers on material selections and technical specifications.

• Maintain updated material libraries, catalogs, and samples.

• Request, review, and coordinate vendor shop drawings.

• Verify final material selections before procurement.

3D & Visual Production Support (Ad Hoc)

• Support 3D modeling, rendering, and visual production when required.

• Assist with presentation visuals for clients and internal design reviews.

• This is a supporting function and not a dedicated full-time rendering role.

Internal Operations & Workflow

• Maintain proper version control of all drawings and documentation.

• Follow company file naming conventions, folder structures, and documentation standards.

• Update design libraries with newly approved details and materials.

• Identify recurring workflow bottlenecks and recommend

improvements.

KPI / Success Indicators

Accurate drawings with minimal site rework

Smooth handover to QS and Project Teams

Timely submission of drawings and presentations

Positive feedback from clients and internal stakeholders

Clear documentation and effective change management