Senior Professional Kitchen Designer

Builtrite Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A design-driven consultancy in Dubai is seeking an experienced Senior Professional Kitchen Designer to lead the end-to-end design of high-end kitchens. Responsibilities include managing projects from concept through construction documentation, developing layouts, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate has a strong portfolio, a Bachelor's degree, and 7–10 years of experience within UAE's consultancy environment. A competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Benefits

Competitive senior-level salary package

Performance incentives

Career progression opportunity

Supportive team culture

Access to latest design/BIM tools

Qualifications

• Minimum 7–10 years of professional kitchen design experience in UAE/GCC.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating leadership on luxury residential and hospitality projects.
• Ability to manage multiple high-value projects under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen design projects from initial brief to IFC/shop drawing stages.
• Develop high-quality kitchen layouts and workflows.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary consultants for integrated designs.

Skills

Professional kitchen design experience

Strong client-facing skills

Expert knowledge of kitchen planning principles

High proficiency in 2D/REVIT design tools

Excellent understanding of MEP coordination

Highly organized and detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Professional Kitchen Designer to join our Dubai contracting & consultancy team. This role is responsible for leading the end‑to‑end design of high‑end residential, hospitality, and F&B kitchens from concept through detailed construction documentation. You will act as a design lead, working directly with clients, architects, and multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver functional, compliant, and aesthetically exceptional kitchens. Proficiency in Revit is a strong advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen design projects from initial brief, concept, and schematic design through detailed design, tender, and IFC/shop drawing stages.
• Develop high‑quality kitchen layouts, space planning, and workflows for residential and commercial/hospitality kitchens.
• Coordinate with architectural, structural, and MEP consultants to ensure fully integrated and buildable kitchen designs.
• Produce and review detailed drawings: plans, elevations, sections, detail equipment schedules, and builder’s work drawings.
• Prepare and validate BOQs, material/finish specifications, and appliance selections aligned with project requirements.
• Ensure compliance with relevant UAE / Dubai Municipality / Civil Defense requirements, plus international kitchen and F&B operational standards.
• Conduct site surveys and oversee measurement verification; manage design changes based on site constraints.
• Lead client presentations, design workshops, and value‑engineering exercises while protecting design intent.
• Mentor junior designers and support the development of office standards, libraries, and templates.
• Collaborate with project managers to plan deliverables, manage timelines, and ensure consistent quality control.
• Stay updated on global kitchen trends, ergonomics, sustainable materials, and innovations in appliances and hardware.

What We Offer

• Competitive senior‑level salary package (commensurate with experience).
• Performance incentives linked to project delivery and client satisfaction.
• Opportunity to lead landmark residential and hospitality kitchen projects across the UAE.
• Career progression within a respected, design‑driven consultancy environment.
• Supportive team culture and access to the latest design/BIM tools.

Skills

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Interior Design, Architecture, Industrial Design, or related field.
• Minimum 7–10 years of professional kitchen design experience within a consultancy environment in UAE/GCC.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating leadership on luxury residential, hospitality, and/or commercial kitchen projects.
• Expert knowledge of kitchen planning principles, cabinetry/joinery construction, materials, hardware, and appliance integration.
• High proficiency in 2D/REVIT design and documentation tools (AutoCAD essential, REVIT proficiency, especially for BIM‑coordinated projects)
• Excellent understanding of MEP coordination for kitchens (exhaust/ventilation, drainage/grease waste, gas safety, power loads).
• Ability to interpret and coordinate multi‑disciplinary drawings and resolve site/design conflicts proactively.
• Strong client‑facing skills, presentation ability, and clear professional communication.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple high‑value projects under tight deadlines.

Preferred / Nice‑to‑Have

• Experience with European kitchen systems and premium brands.
• Familiarity with BIM workflows, IFC deliverables, and coordination tools (Navisworks/BIM360/Revizto).
• Knowledge of sustainable kitchen design practices and circular materials.
• UAE driving license.
• Arabic language is a plus (not mandatory).