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Senior Interior Designer

دار الرياض | Dar Al Riyadh

On-site🇸🇦Riyadh, 01, Saudi ArabiaseniorPosted 23d ago

Visa & sponsorship

  • Employers in Saudi Arabia sponsor the residence visa by default, and nothing in the posting says otherwise.

Job description

The Senior Interior Designer will lead and deliver high-quality interior design solutions for complex, large-scale projects, with a strong focus on

airport terminals, premium lounges, luxury hospitality, hotels, and high-end developments

. The role requires strong design leadership, technical expertise, client engagement, and multidisciplinary coordination throughout all stages of design delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead interior design development from concept through detailed design, tender, and construction documentation.

  • Develop innovative, functional, and high-quality interior design concepts aligned with client vision, brand standards, and project requirements.

  • Lead interior design packages for

    airport terminals, VIP/business lounges, luxury hospitality, hotels, and premium public spaces

    .

  • Prepare and review design presentations, mood boards, material palettes, FF&E selections, and detailed interior packages.

  • Develop and review plans, elevations, sections, details, specifications, and material schedules.

  • Coordinate interior design with architecture, structural, MEP, lighting, acoustics, landscape, and specialist consultants.

  • Review and coordinate

    FF&E, finishes, millwork, custom furniture, lighting, signage, and specialist interior elements

    .

  • Ensure design quality, functionality, constructability, and compliance with applicable codes and project standards.

  • Lead design reviews and presentations with clients, stakeholders, consultants, and project teams.

  • Review contractor and supplier submissions, shop drawings, material samples, mock-ups, and technical proposals.

  • Conduct site visits and support construction-stage design coordination and resolution of technical issues.

  • Manage and mentor junior and intermediate interior designers and provide technical and design direction.

  • Monitor design deliverables, quality, resources, and timelines to ensure projects are delivered within agreed schedules.

  • Support value engineering and design optimization while maintaining the required design quality and client vision.

  • Participate in project meetings, design workshops, coordination sessions, and client presentations.

  • Ensure consistency and quality across all interior design packages and project deliverables.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree in

    Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Architecture

    , or a related discipline.

  • Minimum

    15 years of professional experience

    in interior design, preferably within leading architecture, design consultancy, or design services organizations.

  • Proven experience delivering

    airport projects

    , including terminals, VIP lounges, business lounges, passenger areas, and premium public spaces.

  • Strong experience in

    luxury hospitality, hotels, resorts, high-end residential, or premium commercial projects

    .

  • Demonstrated experience managing complex interior design projects from

    concept through detailed design and construction documentation

    .

  • Strong knowledge of interior architecture, materials, finishes, FF&E, millwork, lighting, and bespoke interior elements.

  • Experience working with multidisciplinary design teams and coordinating with architectural and engineering disciplines.

  • Strong client-facing experience with excellent presentation and communication skills.

  • Proficiency in

    AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe Creative Suite

    , and other relevant design software.

  • Experience with 3D visualization and rendering tools is preferred.

  • Strong understanding of international design standards, building codes, accessibility, fire and life safety, and hospitality/airport requirements.

  • Proven ability to lead design teams, manage multiple priorities, and deliver high-quality work within demanding project schedules.

  • Previous experience with major international design consultants or large-scale PMC/design services projects is preferred.

  • Saudi Arabia/GCC project experience is an advantage.