Project Manager / Design Site Supervisor

ELE Interior Design Studio; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

ELE Interior Design Studio is seeking an experienced Project Manager / Design Supervision Manager to oversee interior design works on site, ensuring drawings are executed correctly and the design intent is preserved. You will act as the bridge between design and on-site execution, coordinating stakeholders and maintaining ELE's quality standards.

The role requires supervising joinery, finishes, and detailing, conducting regular site visits, and reporting progress and issues to the Technical

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years' experience in interior design project management or design supervision (UAE experience preferred).
• Strong knowledge of joinery, finishes, and site coordination.
• Proficient in AutoCAD; Revit experience is an advantage.
• Familiarity with UAE fit-out processes and authority requirements.
• Valid UAE driving licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Report directly to the Technical Designer/Technical Design Manager and work under their direction.
• Assist in resolving site-related concerns, particularly where design clarification or coordination is required.
• Conduct weekly site visits for assigned projects to monitor progress and execution.
• Ensure approved drawings and specifications are fully compliant with site implementation.
• Identify deviations from design intent and initiate corrective action.
• Carry out regular quality reviews of work onsite, including finishes, joinery, and detailing.
• Ensure materials and workmanship meet approved standards and specifications.
• Report quality issues and coordinate with relevant parties to ensure timely rectification.
• Act as the main point of contact for assigned projects.
• Coordinate with internal design teams, contractors, suppliers, and consultants.
• Identify design and site issues, report them clearly, and resolve design-related matters in coordination with the Technical Design Manager.
• Prepare and issue project reports and Minutes of Meeting (MOM) to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain clear documentation of site observations, design issues, and agreed actions.
• Support inspections, snagging, and handover documentation as required.

Skills

Interior design

Project management

Quality control

Communication

Coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Job Description

The Project Manager / Design Supervision Manager is responsible for supervising the implementation of interior design works on site, ensuring that approved drawings are executed correctly, design intent is maintained, and quality standards are met.

This role acts as the key link between design and site execution, supporting the Technical Design Manager in resolving site issues, coordinating stakeholders, and delivering projects in line with ELE Interior Design's standards.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

Design Supervision & Site Coordination

• Report directly to the Technical Designer /Technical Design Manager and work under their direction
• Assist in resolving site-related concerns,particularly where design clarification or coordination is required
• Conduct weekly site visits for assigned projectsto monitor progress and execution
• Ensure approved drawings and specifications arefully compliant with site implementation
• Identify deviations from design intent andinitiate corrective action

Quality Control

• Carry out regular quality reviews of work onsite, including finishes, joinery, and detailing
• Ensure materials and workmanship meet approvedstandards and specifications
• Report quality issues and coordinate withrelevant parties to ensure timely rectification

Project Coordination & Communication

• Act as the main point of contact for assignedprojects
• Coordinate with internal design teams,contractors, suppliers, and consultants
• Identify design and site issues, report themclearly, and resolve design-related matters in coordination with theTechnical Design Manager

Client Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare and issue project reports and Minutes ofMeeting (MOM) to clients and internal stakeholders
• Maintain clear documentation of siteobservations, design issues, and agreed actions
• Support inspections, snagging, and handoverdocumentation as required

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of interior fit-outexecution and design supervision
• Excellent attention to detail and qualitystandards
• Clear communication and reporting skills
• Ability to manage multiple assigned projectssimultaneously
• Proactive problem-solving and coordination skills

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design,Architecture, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years' experience in interior design projectmanagement or design supervision (UAE experience preferred)
• Strong knowledge of joinery, finishes, and sitecoordination
• Proficient in AutoCAD (Revit experience is anadvantage)
• Familiarity with UAE fit-out processes andauthority requirements
• Valid UAE driving licence preferred