
Senior Interior Designer
دار الرياض | Dar Al Riyadh
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:
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Lead interior design development from concept through detailed design, tender, and construction documentation.
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Develop innovative, functional, and high-quality interior design concepts aligned with client vision, brand standards, and project requirements.
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Lead interior design packages for
airport terminals, VIP/business lounges, luxury hospitality, hotels, and premium public spaces
.
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Prepare and review design presentations, mood boards, material palettes, FF&E selections, and detailed interior packages.
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Develop and review plans, elevations, sections, details, specifications, and material schedules.
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Coordinate interior design with architecture, structural, MEP, lighting, acoustics, landscape, and specialist consultants.
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Review and coordinate
FF&E, finishes, millwork, custom furniture, lighting, signage, and specialist interior elements
.
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Ensure design quality, functionality, constructability, and compliance with applicable codes and project standards.
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Lead design reviews and presentations with clients, stakeholders, consultants, and project teams.
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Review contractor and supplier submissions, shop drawings, material samples, mock-ups, and technical proposals.
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Conduct site visits and support construction-stage design coordination and resolution of technical issues.
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Manage and mentor junior and intermediate interior designers and provide technical and design direction.
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Monitor design deliverables, quality, resources, and timelines to ensure projects are delivered within agreed schedules.
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Support value engineering and design optimization while maintaining the required design quality and client vision.
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Participate in project meetings, design workshops, coordination sessions, and client presentations.
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Ensure consistency and quality across all interior design packages and project deliverables.
Minimum Requirements:
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Bachelor's Degree in
Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Architecture
, or a related discipline.
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Minimum
15 years of professional experience
in interior design, preferably within leading architecture, design consultancy, or design services organizations.
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Proven experience delivering
airport projects
, including terminals, VIP lounges, business lounges, passenger areas, and premium public spaces.
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Strong experience in
luxury hospitality, hotels, resorts, high-end residential, or premium commercial projects
.
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Demonstrated experience managing complex interior design projects from
concept through detailed design and construction documentation
.
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Strong knowledge of interior architecture, materials, finishes, FF&E, millwork, lighting, and bespoke interior elements.
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Experience working with multidisciplinary design teams and coordinating with architectural and engineering disciplines.
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Strong client-facing experience with excellent presentation and communication skills.
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Proficiency in
AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe Creative Suite
, and other relevant design software.
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Experience with 3D visualization and rendering tools is preferred.
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Strong understanding of international design standards, building codes, accessibility, fire and life safety, and hospitality/airport requirements.
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Proven ability to lead design teams, manage multiple priorities, and deliver high-quality work within demanding project schedules.
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Previous experience with major international design consultants or large-scale PMC/design services projects is preferred.
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Saudi Arabia/GCC project experience is an advantage.