Interior Design Coordinator

ApplyMint; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

ApplyMint is seeking an experienced Interior Design Coordinator to join a high-profile branded residences development in Abu Dhabi. The role requires strong interior design coordination, major project exposure in hospitality and high-rise towers, and a minimum 5 years of design experience, including 2 years in the UAE.

You'll liaise with the design team, consultants, suppliers and contractors, manage drawings, specifications and schedules, and support authority approvals and tender processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Interior Design, Architecture or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of design and project coordination experience.
• At least 2 years of UAE experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, Revit and MS Office.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Knowledge of local authority regulations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate interior design activities across project phases, aligning with client objectives and timelines.
• Prepare and update interior design drawings, specifications and schedules.
• Liaise between design team, consultants, suppliers and contractors for smooth workflow.
• Track deliverables and deadlines with internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain sample libraries and stay updated on design trends, products and materials.
• Support QA by reviewing site installations for design intent adherence.
• Prepare documentation for authority approvals and tender processes.
• Manage and archive all design-related documentation.
• Attend site meetings and design reviews, prepare minutes and follow-up actions.

Skills

Interior design coordination

Project coordination

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor in Interior Design, Architecture or related

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Revit

MS Office

Job description

Our Multi National Design Consultancy client has a new requirement for a well experienced Interior Design Coordinator to join their team in Abu Dhabi working on a high profile branded residences development. Successful candidates will have strong Interior Design, Coordination experience and major project exposure in 5* hotel, hospitality and mixed use high rise towers projects and have worked for a recognised consultancy company previouslyThis role is available for immediate joining and is an initial 6 month contract position hire as an outsource, employed by J10 Consulting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate interior design activities across different project phases, ensuring alignment with client objectives and timelines.
• Prepare, organize, and update interior design drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Act as a liaison between the design team, consultants, suppliers, and contractors to ensure smooth workflow and communication.
• Track project deliverables and deadlines, following up with internal and external stakeholders as needed.
• Maintain sample libraries and stay up to date with current design trends, products, and materials.
• Assist in quality control by reviewing site installations to ensure adherence to design intent.
• Support in preparing documentation for authority approvals and tender processes.
• Manage and archive all design-related documentation systematically.
• Attend site meetings and design reviews, preparing minutes and follow-up action lists.

Interior Design Coordinator Experience:

• Education: Bachelor in Interior Design, Architecture or related
• Minimum 5 years of experience in design and project coordination, at least 2 years in the UAE
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and MS Office; Revit knowledge is essential.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Eye for detail and a solid understanding of interior design principles and materials.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of local authority regulations and building codes is a plus.