Senior Interior Design Lead – Commercial Fit-Outs (Dubai)

Tanqeeb; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Tanqeeb is seeking an experienced Lead Interior Designer in Dubai to drive high-quality commercial interior and fit-out projects from concept to execution. You will lead client briefings, manage design teams, coordinate with MEP, and ensure design intent meets budget and approvals.

The ideal candidate has at least 6 years of relevant UAE experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and proficiency in AutoCAD and SketchUp. Immediate joiners preferred for fast-paced projects.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Interior Design or related discipline.
• Minimum 6 years of experience with at least 2 years in UAE.
• Proven leadership of commercial workplace and interior fit-out projects.
• Strong knowledge of space planning, detailing, joinery, and materials.

Responsibilities

• Lead client briefings and translate requirements into design objectives.
• Develop space plans, layouts, mood boards, and material palettes.
• Present concepts to clients and manage feedback and approvals.
• Direct the 3D visualization team to align renders with design intent.
• Lead design and technical workloads, drawings, and deadlines.
• Review drawings for accuracy and buildability before submission.
• Coordinate interior drawings with MEP and other disciplines.
• Oversee submissions, track comments, incorporate revisions.
• Collaborate with Project Management, Estimation, Procurement, suppliers, and subs.
• Ensure material and furniture selections meet approved design and budget.
• Attend site meetings and review installations against drawings.
• Maintain records of design approvals and scope changes.
• Mentor team members and uphold high design standards.

Skills

Leadership

Client presentation

Communication

Multidisciplinary coordination

Education

Degree/Diploma in Interior Design

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Presentation software

Job description

Tanqeeb is seeking an experienced Lead Interior Designer in Dubai to drive high-quality commercial interior and fit-out projects from concept to execution. You will lead client briefings, manage design teams, coordinate with MEP, and ensure design intent meets budget and approvals.

The ideal candidate has at least 6 years of relevant UAE experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and proficiency in AutoCAD and SketchUp. Immediate joiners preferred for fast-paced projects.