Senior Architectural Designer

ELE Interior; Dubai; On-site; AED 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

ELE Interior in Dubai seeks a senior architect-interior designer to lead luxury residential, commercial, and hospitality projects from concept through construction, ensuring design integrity and client alignment.

You will manage client meetings, coordinate with contractors and vendors, supervise a design team, and deliver space plans, drawings, and FF&E packages that meet local codes and high standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture required.
• Proven experience in luxury residential, commercial, and hospitality design.
• Ability to lead projects end-to-end and manage cross-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design development from concept to final implementation.
• Maintain client relationships and lead presentations.
• Oversee space planning, material and FF&E selection.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants and vendors.
• Ensure compliance with local building codes and standards.
• Mentor junior designers and manage project timelines.

Skills

Project leadership

Client communication

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

3D rendering

Job description

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• Lead Projects : Take fullownership of architectural and interior design projects, ensuringhigh-quality design integration across spaces, finishes, andfunctionality. Lead the design development from initial concept to finalimplementation, ensuring alignment with the client’s vision andexpectations.
  
• ClientInteraction : Be the primary point of contact for clients forboth architectural and interior design aspects. Manage meetings, gatherfeedback, and refine designs as needed to meet client requirements.
  
• DesignStrategy : Oversee architectural concepts, space planning,materials, and finishes, ensuring they align with design intent whileremaining functional and aesthetically pleasing. Lead interior designstrategy for luxury residential, commercial, and hospitality projects.
  
• Cross-DisciplinaryCoordination : Collaborate closely with designers, contractors,consultants, and vendors to ensure smooth project execution. Liaise withthird-party suppliers or external teams (landscape companies, architectureproviders, etc.) for the successful integration of all design elements.
  
• Work withOther Teams: Manage and oversee internal teams such as 3Dvisualization, procurement, and design departments to ensure seamlessproject progression.
  
• Landscape& External Collaborations : Coordinate with third-partysuppliers or external teams to ensure cohesive exterior and interiordesign integration, particularly for residential, commercial, and hospitality properties.
  

Design Support & Technical Responsibilities:

• SpacePlanning & Layouts : Lead the creation of functional and aestheticfloor plans and elevations. Work to optimize space usage, ensuring designsmeet client specifications and local building codes.
  
• ArchitecturalDrawings & Visualizations: Manage and review detailed 2Darchitectural drawings to effectively communicate concepts.
  
• Material andFF&E Selection : Curate and select materials and furnishingsthat support the design vision, with special focus on luxury interiors andhigh-end finishes. Manage the logistics and procurement of largequantities of FF&E, including items sourced internationally (e.g.,China), and create and manage detailed specification sheets to ensurecompliance with hospitality standards.
  
• BuildingCodes & Regulations: Ensure all designs comply with localbuilding codes, safety standards, and environmental requirements, withstrong regional knowledge, across all sectors.
  

Client Communication & ProjectManagement:

• ClientPresentations : Lead client presentations and meetings to discussconcepts, design plans, and revisions, ensuring all stakeholders arealigned with the vision.
  
• ProjectUpdates & Reporting : Keep clients informed of project progress,addressing any issues and concerns promptly. Provide regular updates onarchitectural and interior design milestones.
  
• SiteSupervision & Quality Control : Visit project sites regularly toensure designs are being implemented as planned, addressing any on-siteissues and maintaining design integrity.
  
• Schedules andTimelines : Develop and manage project schedules for design andarchitecture phases, ensuring timely completion of each stage. Monitorprogress and address delays to maintain project timelines.
  
• Mentorship : Mentor andguide junior designers and other team members, fostering growth andcollaboration within the studio.
  
• Cross-DepartmentCollaboration : Collaborate with other departments to ensure aholistic approach to design execution. Work closely with the procurement and 3D visualization teams to align designs across all disciplines.
  

Professional Development & Industry Engagement:

• Stay Current : Keep up todate with the latest trends, tools, and technologies in both interiordesign and architecture.
  
• Represent theCompany : Attend key industry events and conferences toenhance professional networks and stay informed of industry bestpractices.
  

Documentation & Organization:

• ProjectDocumentation : Maintain organized and detailed projectdocumentation, including client communications, approvals, and designmodifications.
  
• Approvals& Signatures : Ensure that all project documents are signed andfiled in accordance with company standards.
  

Sample Room & Material Management:

• MaterialOrganization : Manage the sample room, ensuring that materialsfrom local suppliers are well-organized and available for projects.
  

Requirements

Technical Skills & Requirements:

• SoftwareProficiency : Expertise in AutoCAD, SketchUp, and otherindustry-standard design tools. Familiarity with 3D rendering software isa plus, though 3D visualizations will be prepared by internal or externalresources.
  
• TravelFlexibility : Ability to travel as required for project-relatedactivities.
  
• Education : A Bachelor’sdegree in Architecture with experience and a strong interest inundertaking full Interior Design work.
  
• Experience : Provenexperience in luxury residential, commercial, and hospitality design, with a strong portfolio showcasing relevant projects.
  
• Ability tolead projects from start to finish, managing both architectural andinterior design responsibilities.
  
• Experienceworking in fast-paced environments and meeting tight deadlines.
  
• Strongorganizational skills and attention to detail.
  
• Excellentcommunication skills, both written and verbal.
  
• Ability tothink creatively and solve complex design challenges.