Assistant Studio Director | Client & Project Development

Arkana Architects; Provinsi Bali; On-site; IDR 167,400,000 - 279,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkana Architects is seeking an Assistant Studio Director in Bali to translate client discussions into clear briefs and develop room/program requirements. You will review sites, coordinate with clients, and finalize briefs before proposals to ensure feasible, well-structured projects.

The role supports the Studio Director in proposals, presentations, and handovers to the design team, ensuring smooth client communication and project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or related field.
• Strong understanding of architectural design and project processes.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• Strong analytical and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Translate client discussions into clear and structured briefs.
• Develop preliminary room and area requirements for projects.
• Review site information and regulatory requirements for Bali.
• Coordinate with clients to finalize the brief before proposals.
• Meet prospective clients and present Arkana services and portfolio.
• Support Studio Director in proposals, presentations and follow-ups.

Skills

Communication skills

Client-facing

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Architectural design knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or related field

Job description

Assistant Studio Director | Client & Project Development

Arkana Architects is looking for an Assistant Studio Director to join our team in Bali.

We’re looking for an experienced architect / architectural professional who can work confidently with prospective clients and translate their ideas and requirements into clear, structured and realistic architectural briefs.

Project Brief & Pre-Design (Core Focus):

• Translate client discussions into clear and structured architectural briefs
• Develop preliminary room/program requirements and area recommendations
• Review site information and relevant zoning/regulatory requirements
• Identify potential issues or conflicts within the client's requirements
• Coordinate with the client to clarify and finalize the brief before proposal preparation

Other Responsibilities:

• Meet prospective clients and introduce Arkana, our services and portfolio
• Support the Studio Director in proposal preparation, presentations and follow-ups
• Prepare project briefs and coordinate handover to the design team
• Coordinate pre-design meetings with clients and the design team
• Monitor client communications in relation to contract, scope and deliverables
• Identify potential variations, additional services or scope issues and elevate them to the Studio Director

Requirements:

• [Preferred] Indonesian citizenship
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or related field.
• Strong understanding of architectural design and project processes
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills
• Strong analytical and organizational abilities

  Location: Bali, Indonesia

  Position: Full-time