Senior Interior Design Project Manager

Blake Anderson; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique consultancy in the UAE is seeking a Senior Interior Design Project Manager to oversee high-end hospitality projects. The ideal candidate will have 8 to 15 years of experience in project management and a strong ability to lead teams while managing client relationships. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from 23,000 to 33,000 AED per month.

Qualifications

• 8 to 15 years of experience in hospitality interior design or architecture.
• Significant expertise in project management and client management.
• Experience leading teams in luxury hospitality projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple or large-scale interior design projects.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients and stakeholders.
• Direct and mentor project teams to ensure goals are met.
• Oversee interior design drawings and technical coordination.
• Implement QA / QC and proactively manage project risks.
• Monitor project budgets and manage contracts with clients.

Skills

Project planning

Client management

Team leadership

Technical coordination

Risk management

Communication

Job description

Overview

The Role: Senior Interior Design Project Manager

We are looking for an experienced and highly skilled Senior Interior Design Project Manager to join our team in Dubai. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully managing and delivering large-scale, high-end hospitality projects, leading teams, and building strong client relationships. This is a pivotal role that requires a blend of creative oversight and meticulous project management.

Responsibilities

• Project Leadership & Execution: Lead multiple or large-scale interior design projects from initial concept to completion. Develop and manage work plans, schedules, budgets, and project scope to ensure on-time delivery and the highest quality.
• Client & Stakeholder Management: Act as the main point of contact for clients, sub-consultants, and stakeholders. Build and maintain strong relationships and ensure effective communication and client satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
• Team Leadership: Direct and mentor project teams, delegate tasks, and align project execution with the studio's goals and operational strategies.
• Design & Technical Oversight: Oversee interior design drawings, specifications, and technical coordination. Ensure all deliverables comply with design principles and contractual obligations.
• Quality & Risk Management: Implement QA / QC procedures. Proactively identify potential risks related to design, schedule, or budget and propose effective mitigation strategies.
• Financial & Contract Management: Monitor project budgets, fees, and invoicing. Manage contracts and negotiations with sub-consultants and clients.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain organized project records and provide regular status updates to leadership to ensure contract deliverables are met.

Requirements

• Experience: 8 to 15 years of experience in hospitality interior design or architecture, with significant expertise in project management, client management, team leadership, and luxury hospitality projects.
• Skills:
  • Proven ability to lead large-scale or multiple projects.
  • Exceptional skills in project planning, execution, and financial management.
  • Strong client and stakeholder management skills.
  • Experience mentoring and leading project teams.
  • Excellent understanding of interior design drawings, specifications, and technical coordination.
  • Proficiency in implementing QA / QC and risk management procedures.
  • Outstanding communication and organizational skills.

Compensation

Salary will be based on experience, ranging from 23,000 to 33,000 AED per month.

About the company

Blake Anderson is a boutique consultancy based in the UK, with a satellite office in Dubai. Specialising in Technical and Construction Recruitment, Blake Anderson provides a superior service to clients and candidates within the construction and technical sectors. We concentrate on placing professionals throughout the world, focusing mainly on the Middle East and Asia, drawing on both the global and local markets for highly qualified professionals. In order to attract the best talent, we invest in various high-end advertising mediums. With a database of thousands of candidates, our experienced consultants have a wealth of recruitment knowledge and a consultative approach at all times, ensuring a second to none service.