Job description

Great opportunity for a Senior Design Manager with 12 to 18 years' experience in Corporate Interiors/Workplace design.

Role & responsibilities:

• Be responsible for multiple corporate Interior Design projects in totality.
• Manage a team of designers, who will support the delivery of the designs as per the expectation of the client.
• Plan, interpret, organize, schedule, and manage design projects through all phases of development.
• Verify the BOQs prepared by Procurement team.
• Check GFCs and construction drawings before releasing to site.
• Oversee design development and establish and monitor budgets.
• Review the designs sent to the client for quality.
• Work closely with the project managers to support with any design changes required at the construction stage.
• Keeping up with the latest trends in the Real estate industry.
• Incorporate innovative ideas to ensure the allocated budget is under control for each project.
• Collaborate with senior management to understand the organizations real estate and workplace design requirements and objectives.
• Develop a strategic vision and long-term plan for corporate real estate and workplace design initiatives.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify emerging trends and best practices in workplace design.
• Lead a team of designers, architects, and consultants to create inspiring and functional corporate real estate and workplace designs.
• Provide design direction, guidance, and feedback to ensure the team's work meets the company's standards and objectives.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative design culture within the team.
• Manage the entire design process, including initial concept development, space planning, interior design, and furniture selection.
• Establish project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure successful execution.
• Coordinate and manage external vendors, contractors, and consultants involved in the design and construction process.
• Engage with senior executives, department heads, and employees to understand their needs and preferences for the workplace environment.
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• Build strong relationships with external partners, such as contractors and furniture suppliers, to ensure smooth collaboration and project delivery.
• Ensure compliance with local building codes, regulations, and health and safety standards.
• Integrate sustainable design principles into corporate real estate projects, promoting energy efficiency, waste reduction, and environmental responsibility.

Preferred candidate profile:

• Bachelors degree in Architecture / Masters degree in Architecture and Licensure from Council of Architecture - India
• 9-14 years of experience in Corporate/Commercial/workplace interior fit-out projects.
• Knowledge of Design, Bylaws, codes, and standards, relevant to interior fitouts.
• Tech-savvy and have experience in successfully adopting digital and technology initiatives.
• Work in a fast-paced environment without compromising on quality and customer satisfaction.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to guide and inspire the design team.
• Excellent project management abilities including budgeting, scheduling and resource allocation.
• Work well under pressure and independently without supervision
• Comfortable with traveling to handle design delivery for multiple projects across India.
• Software knowledge AutoCAD, Revit (preferable), Microsoft Office Suite, Photoshop