Senior Interior Designer

Role Overview

Senior Interior Designer

• Independently Lead Design Projects

• Manage the design direction for luxury interior design projects, including hospitality, residential, and commercial spaces.
• Ensure designs align with client expectations, brand identity, and functional requirements, while adhering to architectural
• design standards and best practices.
• Provide Guidance and Mentorship:
• Offer support and mentorship to junior designers, fostering their professional growth and helping them refine their skills in
• design, project execution, and client management.

• Commercial & Hospitality Projects

• Create Attractive Designs

• Mood Boards & Presentations

• Create attractive mood boards, 3D/2D presentations, mock-ups, and renderings for client presentations, collaborating with
• other designers as needed.
• Space Planning:
• Lead space planning for various project types, including hospitality, residential, and commercial projects, with input from
• the team where necessary.

• Budget Estimations & Commercial Awareness

• FF&E & Procurement

• Oversee the preparation of FF&E documentation and assist in managing procurement processes.
• 3D Visualization:
• Direct and lead the 3D Visualisers on your projects and support them with all the necessary information and details in order
• for the team to produce their 3D designs.
• Also resolving any issues (e.g., delays or misalignments) with the design team.
• Technical Drawings: Direct and review the technical team to produce technical drawings, schematics, and design
• documents and ensure accuracy, compliance with project requirements, and alignment with design intent before final
• approval.
• Procurement:
• Oversee large procurement contracts, liaising with overseas suppliers within Ele Interior standard and client specifications
• also maintaining detailed records.
• 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
• and financial management.

Client Interaction & Communication

• First Point of Contact:
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients on assigned projects, ensuring regular communication and alignment with
• client expectations and project goals
• Client Communication:
• Respond promptly to client inquiries, ensuring they are kept updated on project progress.
• Act as a trusted advisor in
• resolving any design-related concerns and ensuring adhering to Ele Interior standards.

Site Supervision

• Site Visits:
• Attend all site visits and make sure everything from the designs is executed as per Ele Interior Designs specifications, also
• supporting the project engineers on site to ensure a smooth process.
• Negotiation:
• Confidently negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms with suppliers to secure cost-effective solutions while maintaining high
• quality standards.

Team Collaboration & Leadership

• Collaborating with the Team:
• Lead and mentor interior designers, junior designers, production teams, and interns, fostering a collaborative and
• productive environment.
• Managing Deliverables:
• Ensure that all project deliverables from the Design department are completed on time and meet Ele Interior high
• standards for your projects.

• Training & Development

• Provide guidance, support, and training for more junior team members, fostering their professional growth and
• development.
• Managing and Helping to Maintain and Train on Software’s:
• Assist in maintaining and providing training on design and project management software tools.

Project Management

• Project Reports:
• Prepare and manage project reports, tracking progress and providing regular updates to stakeholders.

Professional Development

• Industry Knowledge:
• Maintain industry knowledge and stay updated on trends to ensure the design work remains relevant.
• Research and stay
• up to date on Hospitality design styles, material preferences, brand guidelines and changes in regulation to ensure all
• designs align with their specific needs, standards, and expectations.
• Industry Events:
• Represent the Ele Interior at key industry events, fostering connections with the design community and gathering insights
• into emerging trends.

Documentation & Organization

• Project Documentation:
• Maintain clear and organized records for each project from onboarding to completion, ensuring adherence to Ele Interior
• standards.
• This includes emails, reports, client feedback, and key project documents.
• Approvals/Signatures:
• Collect and store all signed forms in the designated folder for each assigned project.

• Brand Guideline Documentation

• Branding & Signage

Technical Skills & Requirements

• Software Proficiency:
• Advanced proficiency in industry-standard software, including AutoCAD, Photoshop, Illustrator, SketchUp, PowerPoint, and
• InDesign.
• Extensive knowledge using 3D modeling and rendering softwares, using these tools to develop and execute high
• quality, innovative design solutions across diverse projects.
• Travel Flexibility:
• Travel is a must for site visits, client meetings, and other project-related activities, requiring frequent travel to various
• project locations, both within Dubai and internationally as required.

• Driving License & Vehicle

Key Expectations

• Strong ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Capable of working independently and as part of a team.
• Clear and effective communication, both written and verbal.
• Attention to detail and precision in all deliverables.
• Creative and solution-oriented problem-solving skills.

• Competitive Salary Package

• Medical Insurance
• Petrol Allowance