Head Of Interior Design

Kintetic Space Interior Design LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Kintetic Space Interior Design LLC in Dubai seeks a senior interior design lead to drive the design function end to end across retail, residential and commercial spaces. You will stay hands-on, shaping concepts, drawings and client presentations while guiding a design team and coordinating with consultants, contractors and vendors to preserve the design intent.

This role offers opportunities to lead multi-disciplinary projects, develop long-term client relationships and contribute to business

Qualifications

• Experience leading interior design projects end to end.
• Hands-on approach with client presentations, drawings and reviews.
• Strong knowledge of materials, finishes, joinery, lighting and fit-out coordination.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and 3D visualization; Revit/BIM desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design function end to end — concept development, space planning, mood boards, material selection, detailed design, technical coordination, presentations and design quality control.
• Remain hands-on — personally contribute to priority concepts, client presentations, drawings, design reviews and problem-solving when required.
• Lead multi-sector projects — with particular strength in retail, supermarkets/hypermarkets, residential interiors, offices and commercial spaces.
• Manage and develop the design team — allocate work, review output, coach designers, control deadlines and maintain consistent creative and technical standards.
• Own client relationships — understand briefs, challenge requirements constructively, present solutions confidently, manage expectations and maintain long‑term relationships.
• Support business development — prospect for new clients, activate personal industry relationships, attend meetings/networking opportunities, generate leads and help convert opportunities into signed projects.
• Prepare and negotiate commercial proposals — scope of work, fees, project phases, variations, payment terms and design contracts in coordination with management.
• Coordinate delivery — with consultants, contractors, suppliers, fit‑out teams, MEP disciplines and site teams to protect the design intent and resolve execution issues.
• Control project performance — design programme, resource plan, budget awareness, deliverables, variations, client approvals and quality through handover.

Skills

AutoCAD

3D visualization

Revit/BIM

Materials & finishes

Client presentations

Coordination

Team leadership

Job description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• • Lead the design function end to end — concept development, space planning, mood boards, material selection, detailed design, technical coordination, presentations and design quality control.


• • Remain hands-on — personally contribute to priority concepts, client presentations, drawings, design reviews and problem-solving when required.


• • Lead multi-sector projects — with particular strength in retail, supermarkets/hypermarkets, residential interiors, offices and commercial spaces.


• • Manage and develop the design team — allocate work, review output, coach designers, control deadlines and maintain consistent creative and technical standards.


• • Own client relationships — understand briefs, challenge requirements constructively, present solutions confidently, manage expectations and maintain long‑term relationships.


• • Support business development — prospect for new clients, activate personal industry relationships, attend meetings/networking opportunities, generate leads and help convert opportunities into signed projects.


• • Prepare and negotiate commercial proposals — scope of work, fees, project phases, variations, payment terms and design contracts in coordination with management.


• • Coordinate delivery — with consultants, contractors, suppliers, fit‑out teams, MEP disciplines and site teams to protect the design intent and resolve execution issues.


• • Control project performance — design programme, resource plan, budget awareness, deliverables, variations, client approvals and quality through handover.

Skills

TECHNICAL & PROFESSIONAL CAPABILITY

• • Strong command of AutoCAD and professional 3D/design visualisation tools; Revit/BIM capability is highly desirable.


• • Excellent knowledge of materials, finishes, joinery, lighting, furniture, signage/wayfinding, detailing and fit‑out coordination.


• • Ability to review technical drawings, shop drawings, BOQs/specifications and identify constructability or coordination risks.


• • Strong understanding of commercial interior project workflows, site execution and supplier/contractor coordination.


• • Confident presentation, proposal writing, negotiation and client‑facing communication skills.