Senior Interior Designer

About This Role

Lead Interior Designer (Revit required)

Location: Dubai

Sector: High-end hospitality, luxury residential and commercial projects

Seniority: Senior / Leadership

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Company

Our client is an established international architecture and interior design consultancy based in Dubai, known for delivering high-end, design-led projects across hospitality, commercial sectors. With a strong reputation for quality and innovation, the studio works on complex, large-scale developments throughout the region.

About the Role

We are seeking a Lead Interior Designer to take ownership of a portfolio of projects, leading design from concept through to delivery. This is a senior leadership role requiring a balance of creative direction, technical expertise, and team management.

You will play a key role in shaping project outcomes, managing client relationships, and driving design standards, while supporting senior leadership in enhancing the overall performance of the interior design division.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and delivery of multiple interior design projects from concept to completion
• Define and communicate strong design concepts through mood boards, material palettes, and presentations
• Translate client briefs into innovative, functional, and high-quality design solutions
• Prepare and oversee detailed design packages using AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite
• Manage project programmes, deliverables, and timelines in coordination with architectural and consultant teams
• Act as a key point of contact for clients, presenting work and managing expectations throughout the project lifecycle
• Coordinate with sub-consultants, contractors, and suppliers to ensure seamless project execution
• Oversee authority submissions, approvals, and compliance with local regulations
• Lead tender processes, including procurement strategy, contractor selection, and technical reviews
• Ensure design intent is maintained throughout all stages of the project
• Mentor and manage junior designers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment
• Monitor team output, quality standards, and overall project performance

About You:

• 10+ years of experience in interior design, with proven leadership on complex projects
• Strong portfolio demonstrating concept design through to delivery
• Degree in Interior Design or Architecture
• High level of proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Enscape/Lumion, and Adobe Creative Suite
• Strong technical knowledge of materials, detailing, and construction processes
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with client-facing experience
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and lead design teams
• Strong organisational and project management skills
• Fluent in English

Contact:

Kasia Lontkowska

+44 (0)203 807 5735

kasia@locri.co.uk