Senior Interior Designer

Dar; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Dar, a leading multidisciplinary consulting organization, is seeking a Senior Interior Designer with over 8 years of experience. This role focuses on designing innovative solutions that meet complex project challenges.

The ideal candidate will have strong BIM expertise and a solid portfolio, managing multiple projects and mentoring junior staff. The position is based in Pune, India, with opportunities to contribute to design excellence and sustainability.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience, particularly with BIM-based projects.
• Strong design and development portfolio demonstrating expertise.
• LEED accreditation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interpret client requirements and project objectives.
• Lead interior design elements within BIM environments.
• Develop detailed tender documentation.

Skills

BIM collaboration

Design principles

AutoCAD

Design review tools

Education

Professional degree in Interior Architecture or Design

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Dynamo

Rhino

Job description

Dar, the founding member of the Sidara group, is an international multidisciplinary consulting organization specializing in engineering, architecture, planning, environment, project management, facilities management, and economics. Sidara operates in 60 countries with 20,500 professionals, Dar connects people, places, and communities through innovative solutions to the world's most complex challenges. We deliver projects from inception through completion, embracing challenges to empower communities worldwide. Learn more at Dar Al-Handasah and Sidaracollaborative.

Evaluates, selects and applies advanced design and technical methods, with responsibility for project assignments including programming, design development, production and coordination through tender documents which may be multiple, large or complex in scope.

Position: Senior Interior Design

Experience: 8+ years

Location: Pune

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Key Responsibilities

Design

• Interpret and evaluate client requirements and project objectives.
• Demonstrate strong understanding of the architectural design process and integration of interior design concepts.
• Lead and develop interior design elements within BIM environments.
• Research and analyze design requirements.
• Develop, prepare, and coordinate presentation materials with project teams.
• Apply advanced design principles including proportion, color, light, texture, and scale.
• Support firm and project goals related to design excellence, execution, and sustainability.

Technical

• Develop and produce detailed tender documentation and design details.
• Coordinate with consultants and engineers (HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Structural, Fire & Life Safety).
• Perform programming and space planning analysis, including area calculations.
• Assist with technical and design coordination while adhering to schedules and budgets.
• Conduct site analysis, surveys, and existing-condition documentation.
• Prepare redline revisions, mock‑up drawing packages, and review shop drawings.
• Participate in scope definition and effort estimates for new project proposals.
• Perform tasks in accordance with the Company Project Procedures Manual.

Management

• Maintain and organize project files, schedules, and workflows.
• Deliver work within defined project budgets and timelines.
• Manage multiple projects, delegate tasks, and prioritize workloads effectively.
• Coordinate closely with consultants and internal teams.
• Mentor junior staff and support team development.
• Contribute to team‑building initiatives and continuous improvement of the Interior unit.
• Adapt quickly and perform effectively in a fast‑paced environment.

Education

• Professional degree in Interior Architecture, Interior Design, or a related discipline.

Experience

• 8–15 years of professional experience with a strong focus on BIM‑based projects.
• Proven experience across all project phases: programming, concept design, schematic design, detailed design, and tender documentation.
• Strong design and development portfolio.
• Demonstrated knowledge of interior design specifications, calculations, construction techniques, and international building codes.
• Experience coordinating mechanical, electrical, lighting, and acoustic systems.
• Advanced proficiency in Autodesk Revit for design authoring, documentation, and project delivery.
• Strong BIM collaboration experience, including cloud‑based coordination, consultant integration, and clash detection.
• Familiarity with real‑time rendering, visualization workflows, and material management in BIM.
• Understanding of real‑time visualization within BIM coordination and design reviews.
• Familiarity with BIM project setup and strategic planning.
• Experience with walkthroughs, panoramas, and design review tools is a plus.
• Exposure to computational design tools such as Dynamo and Rhino is an advantage.
• Strong verbal, written, and collaborative communication skills.
• LEED accreditation is a plus.