Interiors Design Lead – Hospitality & Retail, Dubai

AlFuttaim; Dubai; On-site; AED 420,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Al-Futtaim Real Estate is seeking an experienced Design Manager - Interiors in Dubai to lead interior design for hospitality and retail projects. You will manage design development, coordinate with consultants, and ensure adherence to brand standards and operational requirements.

The role sits in the Development and Design department and requires strong presentation and management skills. Responsibilities include technical reviews, procurement planning, research, and executive-level

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related discipline.
• At least 10 years of professional experience in interior design and design management.
• Experience managing hospitality and retail interior design projects is preferred.
• Strong understanding of design development processes, technical documentation, and consultant coordination.
• Knowledge of MEP coordination, fire and life safety requirements, lighting design, and FF&E specifications.
• Experience reviewing design proposals, coordinating stakeholder requirements, and supporting projects through multiple design stages.
• Familiarity with design-related budgeting, cost analysis, procurement planning, and consultant management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; knowledge of Adobe Suite and Primavera is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead interior design leadership and project delivery from concept to tender documentation.
• Guide hospitality and retail interior design projects through schematic design and tender stages.
• Provide design advice and technical guidance to project management teams.
• Lead design reviews for quality, functionality, and brand alignment.
• Coordinate design decisions with stakeholders and external consultants.
• Prepare executive presentations and design documentation for management.
• Support procurement, budgeting, and procurement planning activities.

Skills

Design leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Project coordination

Brand standards

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in Interior Design/Architecture or related

Tools

Primavera

MS Office

Adobe Suite

Job description

Al-Futtaim Real Estate is seeking an experienced Design Manager - Interiors in Dubai to lead interior design for hospitality and retail projects. You will manage design development, coordinate with consultants, and ensure adherence to brand standards and operational requirements.

The role sits in the Development and Design department and requires strong presentation and management skills. Responsibilities include technical reviews, procurement planning, research, and executive-level