Senior Interior Designer - Hospitality Projects

Azizi Development UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 216,000 - 336,000; Full time

Job summary

Azizi Developments in Dubai invites a Senior Interior Designer to lead hospitality projects across high-end hotel, residential, retail and mixed-use developments. You will drive concept development, technical documentation, material selection, FF&E coordination and cross-disciplinary collaboration from concept through tender and IFC delivery.

The role demands outstanding design sense, strong coordination with Architecture, BIM and MEP teams, and a track record of delivering luxury interiors

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience delivering hotel and hospitality interiors, preferably 4-5 star environments.
• Ability to manage projects from concept through IFC documentation and tender.
• Strong design sensibility with practical understanding of construction and buildability.

Responsibilities

• Lead interior design development for hospitality, F&B, mixed-use, residential and select retail projects.
• Take projects from Concept Design through Tender and IFC stages.
• Translate briefs into cohesive design concepts balancing function, aesthetics and commercial goals.
• Develop mood boards, material palettes, presentations, sketches and space planning studies.
• Prepare GA drawings, elevations, sections, joinery details and technical specs.
• Coordinate DD, Tender and IFC documentation with Architecture, BIM, MEP and specialists.

Skills

Interior design

Hospitality interiors

Luxury hotel design

Concept Design

Design Development

Tender documentation

IFC documentation

BIM coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related discipline

Tools

BIM coordination

AutoCAD

Revit

3D visualization

Job description

Senior Interior Designer - Hospitality Projects Job Snapshot

Role: Senior Interior Designer - Hospitality Projects Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Industry: Design Function: Architecture-Interior Design Experience: Proven senior-level interior design experience across hospitality and high-end development projects Job Type: Full-time

Position Overview: Senior Interior Designer - Hospitality Projects in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a Design opportunity focused on leading high-end interior design development across hospitality, residential, retail, and mixed-use projects. This hiring role requires strong concept development, technical documentation, material selection, multidisciplinary coordination, FF&E knowledge, and construction-stage design support, with responsibility for carrying projects from Concept Design through Tender and IFC delivery.

Job Details: Country: United Arab Emirates City: Dubai Industry: Design Function: Architecture-Interior Design Salary: 18000-28000 Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer. Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

The Senior Interior Designer will lead the development of sophisticated interior environments that balance creative ambition, functionality, buildability, and commercial requirements. Working within a multidisciplinary design studio, the role will shape projects from early concept through detailed documentation while maintaining consistency in material language, spatial quality, technical accuracy, and overall design intent. The position carries significant influence over guest and resident experience, especially across 4-star and 5-star hospitality environments. Strong coordination with Architecture, Structures, MEP, Lighting, AV, Kitchen, Landscape, BIM, specialist consultants, contractors, and suppliers will be essential to ensure design ideas translate successfully into completed spaces.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead interior design development for hospitality, F&B, mixed-use, residential, and selected retail projects.
• Take projects from initial Concept Design through Design Development, Tender, and IFC stages.
• Translate project briefs into cohesive design concepts that support functional, aesthetic, and commercial objectives.
• Develop mood boards, material palettes, concept presentations, sketches, space planning studies, and design narratives.
• Prepare and review general arrangement drawings, reflected ceiling plans, elevations, sections, joinery details, millwork packages, schedules, and technical specifications.
• Ensure design packages demonstrate strong understanding of materials, finishes, detailing, construction methods, and buildability.
• Coordinate DD, Tender, and IFC documentation so all interior design information is technically complete and aligned with project requirements.
• Work closely with Architecture, BIM, MEP, Lighting, AV, Kitchen, Signage, Landscape, and specialist consultants.
• Resolve design interfaces and technical conflicts before they affect tendering or site execution.
• Review shop drawings and fabrication details submitted by contractors and specialist suppliers.
• Assess material submittals, mock-ups, samples, and prototypes against approved design intent.
• Liaise with suppliers and manufacturers regarding finishes, furniture, fixtures, equipment, joinery, and technical solutions.
• Coordinate FF&E and OSE requirements with relevant design and procurement stakeholders.
• Maintain consistency between approved concepts and final construction documentation.
• Respond to RFIs and provide technical clarification during construction.
• Carry out site inspections to verify workmanship, material application, and compliance with approved interior design details.
• Resolve design issues arising during construction while protecting the overall concept and quality objectives.
• Conduct QA/QC reviews across drawings, specifications, schedules, and coordinated design packages.
• Identify design risks, missing information, coordination gaps, and potential programme impacts at an early stage.
• Manage multiple deliverables simultaneously while maintaining agreed design deadlines.
• Ensure interior design solutions comply with local regulations, accessibility requirements, life safety provisions, and applicable industry standards.
• Present design proposals clearly to internal stakeholders and project decision-makers.
• Support the Interior Design Manager with design reviews, project priorities, and technical decision-making across active developments.
• Maintain accurate design revisions and ensure updated information is communicated to relevant project teams.
• Contribute to the development of design standards, material strategies, and repeatable quality benchmarks across the studio.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor 's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related discipline.
• Strong professional experience delivering hotel and hospitality interiors, preferably within 4-star and 5-star environments.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects from concept development through IFC documentation.
• Strong design sensibility supported by practical understanding of construction, detailing, and buildability.
• Experienced in developing mood boards, material palettes, technical drawings, specifications, and presentation material.
• Comprehensive knowledge of finishes, joinery, millwork, fixtures, furniture, and interior material applications.
• Familiar with tender documentation and contractor coordination during construction.
• Able to review shop drawings, samples, mock-ups, and material submissions critically.
• Comfortable coordinating with multidisciplinary consultants and specialist design teams.
• Strong understanding of hospitality planning, guest experience, operational requirements, and premium interior standards.
• Able to resolve technical design issues while maintaining the intended aesthetic outcome.
• Confident working with suppliers, contractors, manufacturers, and specialist fabricators.
• Strong QA/QC awareness and attention to drawing accuracy.
• Able to manage parallel project packages and demanding deadlines.
• Residential and retail project exposure is advantageous.
• Strong communication, presentation, coordination, and problem-solving capability.

Skills Set

• Interior design
• Hospitality interiors
• Luxury hotel design
• Concept Design
• Design Development
• Tender documentation
• IFC documentation
• Space planning
• Mood boards
• Material palettes
• Design narratives
• GA drawings
• Reflected ceiling plans
• Elevations
• Sections
• Joinery detailing
• Millwork detailing
• Technical specifications
• Material selection
• Finishes
• FF&E
• OSE
• Furniture coordination
• Joinery coordination
• Construction detailing
• Buildability
• Shop drawing review
• Material submittals
• Mock-up review
• Sample approvals
• BIM coordination
• MEP coordination
• Lighting coordination
• AV coordination
• Kitchen coordination
• Signage coordination
• Landscape coordination
• RFIs
• Site inspections
• QA/QC
• Design risk management
• Construction-stage support
• Accessibility compliance
• Life safety coordination
• Multidisciplinary design coordination

Why Join Us

This role provides the opportunity to influence the design of prominent hospitality and mixed-use developments within Dubai 's Design sector while working inside an integrated studio environment. Exposure to Architecture, Structures, MEP, Landscape, Interiors, and Supervision allows the Senior Interior Designer to participate in projects with greater continuity from concept through construction. The portfolio includes ambitious residential and hospitality developments that demand high design standards, strong technical coordination, and commercially viable solutions. For a senior designer, the position offers meaningful scope to lead complex interiors, deepen luxury hospitality expertise, and progress toward broader design leadership responsibilities.

About the Company

Azizi Developments is a Dubai-based real estate developer with a growing portfolio across prime residential, hospitality, commercial, and mixed-use destinations in the United Arab Emirates. Through its integrated Design 360 Studio, the company brings together Architecture, Structures, MEP, Landscape, Interiors, and Supervision teams to deliver coordinated and design-led real estate projects.