Design Lead

Incuspaze Solutions; Gurugram District; Presencial; INR 700.000 - 1.100.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Incuspaze Solutions is seeking an experienced Design Lead to head the design and conceptualization of commercial office spaces, co-working environments and managed office solutions. The role covers all phases from concept to execution, ensuring brand-aligned, functional and cost-effective workspace environments.

You will lead a design team, drive space planning, material selection and vendor coordination, while collaborating with stakeholders to deliver projects on time and within budgets.

Formación

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Interior Design, Architecture or a relevant design discipline.
• 7–12 years of relevant professional experience in commercial interior design, corporate office interiors, workplace design or co-working space development.
• Strong understanding of interior architecture, space planning, floor mapping and concept development.
• Experience in handling large-scale commercial and corporate office interior projects.
• Proven experience in leading and managing a design team.
• Strong knowledge of material selection, BOQ preparation, costing, budgeting and vendor negotiations.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver within defined timelines and budgets.
• Strong creative, analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the conceptualisation and development of interior design concepts for co-working spaces, corporate offices and commercial projects.
• Translate client requirements and business objectives into functional, aesthetically appealing and practical design solutions.
• Develop design concepts, themes, layouts, mood boards, material palettes and 3D visualisations.
• Ensure consistency in design standards, brand identity and overall workspace experience.
• Lead space planning, floor mapping, layout development and space optimisation for commercial environments.
• Develop efficient workspace layouts considering seating, common areas, meeting rooms and collaboration zones.
• Oversee detailed interior design drawings, layouts, elevations and working drawings.
• Review design presentations, 2D drawings, 3D models and technical documentation.
• Ensure design feasibility and material suitability; stay updated with trends.
• Lead, mentor and manage the interior design team; allocate projects.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors and project teams; ensure timely delivery.
• Prepare and review budgets, BOQs, material costing and cost estimates.
• Identify cost-effective design alternatives; monitor expenses with procurement and finance teams.
• Work with stakeholders and execution teams; participate in design reviews and client discussions.

Conocimientos

Concept design

Space planning

Team leadership

Vendor management

Budgeting

Stakeholder management

Project coordination

Cost optimisation

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Master's degree in Design

Herramientas

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Revit

3ds Max

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and creative Design Lead to lead the design and conceptualization of commercial office spaces, co-working environments and managed office solutions.

The ideal candidate should possess a strong understanding of interior architecture, workplace design, space planning and commercial interior development. The role involves managing the complete design lifecycle, from initial concept development and space planning to detailed design, material selection, budgeting and coordination with execution teams.

The candidate will be responsible for leading the design team, ensuring effective space utilisation, maintaining design quality and delivering functional, aesthetically appealing and cost-effective workspace solutions aligned with business requirements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Conceptualisation & Design Development

• Lead the conceptualisation and development of innovative interior design concepts for co-working spaces, corporate offices and commercial projects.
• Translate client requirements and business objectives into functional, aesthetically appealing and practical design solutions.
• Develop design concepts, themes, layouts, mood boards, material palettes and 3D visualisations.
• Ensure consistency in design standards, brand identity and overall workspace experience.

2. Space Planning & Workplace Design

• Lead space planning, floor mapping, layout development and space optimisation for commercial and corporate office environments.
• Develop efficient workspace layouts considering seating capacity, circulation, common areas, meeting rooms, cabins, breakout zones and collaborative spaces.
• Ensure optimum space utilisation while maintaining functionality, accessibility, comfort and design aesthetics.
• Understand architectural layouts and coordinate interior design requirements with architectural and technical specifications.

3. Interior Design & Technical Expertise

• Oversee the development of detailed interior design drawings, layouts, elevations, sections and working drawings.
• Review and approve design presentations, 2D drawings, 3D models and technical documentation.
• Ensure design feasibility, material suitability and alignment with project requirements.
• Stay updated with contemporary workplace design trends, materials, finishes, furniture solutions and innovative workspace concepts.

4. Team Leadership & Management

• Lead, mentor and manage the interior design and concept design team.
• Allocate design projects and responsibilities based on team capabilities and project priorities.
• Review design deliverables and ensure timely completion of projects.
• Drive collaboration between design, project execution, procurement and operations teams.
• Build a productive and quality-driven design team.

5. Vendor Management & Material Selection

• Identify, coordinate and manage vendors, contractors, consultants and design partners.
• Evaluate materials, finishes, furniture, fixtures and other interior-related products based on quality, aesthetics, durability and cost.
• Negotiate with vendors and suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and timely material availability.
• Review vendor quotations, material specifications and technical submissions.

6. Budgeting, Costing & Commercial Management

• Prepare and review project budgets, BOQs, material costing and cost estimates.
• Ensure designs are commercially viable and aligned with approved project budgets.
• Identify cost-effective design alternatives without compromising quality or design standards.
• Monitor design-related expenses and coordinate with procurement and finance teams for cost optimisation.

7. Stakeholder & Project Coordination

• Work closely with internal stakeholders, senior management, clients, architects, consultants and execution teams.
• Understand business requirements and convert them into practical workspace design solutions.
• Coordinate with project management and execution teams to ensure design intent is maintained throughout implementation.
• Participate in design reviews, client presentations, project discussions and progress meetings.
• Ensure timely delivery of design milestones and resolve design-related challenges.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Interior Design, Architecture or a relevant design discipline.
• 7-12 years of relevant professional experience in commercial interior design, corporate office interiors, workplace design or co-working space development.
• Strong understanding of interior architecture, space planning, floor mapping and concept development.
• Experience in handling large-scale commercial and corporate office interior projects.
• Proven experience in leading and managing a design team.
• Strong knowledge of material selection, BOQ preparation, costing, budgeting and vendor negotiations.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver within defined timelines and budgets.
• Strong creative, analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Working knowledge of SketchUp, Revit, 3ds Max or other relevant 3D design and visualisation tools.
• Understanding of architectural drawings, technical layouts, elevations and working drawings.
• Knowledge of MS Office and presentation tools.

Preferred Industry Experience

Candidates from the following backgrounds would be preferred:

• Co-working and managed office space providers.
• Commercial interior design and build companies.
• Corporate office and workplace design firms.
• Commercial real estate and infrastructure companies.
• Architectural and interior design consultancies specialising in commercial or co-working projects.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate should be a combination of a creative concept designer, technically sound interior architect and effective team leader. The person should be capable of independently driving design concepts, managing space planning, leading a team, handling vendors and stakeholders, and ensuring commercially viable design solutions for large-scale co-working and corporate workspace projects.