Interior Designer - Project Management

I) Office Space Design Development & Pitching

• Developing initial design as well as office space planning concepts via material boards, sample boards, mock-ups and material/product libraries, and client presentation decks.
• To collaborate & manage a team of external consultants, including outsourced ID, design and build contractors, through the design phase to the completion of the project.
• Prepare design and construction fee proposals in consultation with Principal Architect, Contractors and suppliers.
• Conduct presentations to prospective Clients for confirmation while acting as a workplace strategist to consult and offer office solutions.
• Upon confirmation of the project, to develop the detailed design in close alignment with regular Client touchpoints.
• Maintain organized project files and documentation to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with project requirements.

II) Project & Construction Management

• Draft out construction/fit-out timeline in consultation with Clients, Contractors and Principal Architect.
• Apply for relevant permits from authorities before starting site works.
• Arrange for taking over possession of the project site and manage initial defects checks with the contractor before starting site works.
• Schedule and arrange relevant trades contractor/suppliers to commence works on site in close adherence to project timeline.
• Attend site meetings with Client, Contractors and suppliers to follow up progress, decisions required and resolve issues.
• Provide timely regular updates to Client on-site progress.
• Defects check and management before handing over to the Client.
• Arrange for defects rectification during the Maintenance Period.

III) Project Cost & Variation Management

• Keep track of project fee and expenditure.
• Initiate claims to Clients and payments to contractors promptly to ensure timely completion of project.
• Track variations and ensure Client’s confirmation is obtained before work is carried out on site. To include all confirmed variations in both claims to Client and payment.

Requirements

• Candidate to possess a Diploma / Degree in Interior Design, Architecture, Real Estate, Project Management, or any relevant field or equivalent.
• At least 5 years of experience in office interiors/workplace design projects, in the capacity of a designer, business development, or project manager. Residential interior design experience will not be considered.
• Experienced in client-facing presentation; excellent communication skills and ability to present design concepts to clients
• Strong stakeholder management to coordinate and harmonize the design and build requirements of clients, contractors, and management.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating design documentation with external consultants, project budgeting, and deliverables management.

Additional Information:

To succeed in this position, you need to:

• Creative with a flair for office interior design
• Can work independently within a fast-paced dynamic work environment
• Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and listening skills
• Self-starter individuals with a strong drive to achieve
• Must have good communication and stakeholder management skills