Gerente De Proyecto De Diseño De Interiores / Interior Design Project Manager (New Construction)

Twin Dolphin; Baja California Sur; On-site; MXN 1,128,000 - 2,257,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohana Design Services is seeking a seasoned professional to manage all aspects of luxury interior design projects, from initiation through completion. You will develop comprehensive plans, coordinate teams, and ensure on-budget execution while maintaining design integrity.

Ideal candidates bring 4+ years of high-end residential project experience, strong technical drawing skills, and 100% proficiency in English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in interior design/architecture.
• 4+ years in luxury design, interior architecture, or project management.
• Experience managing complex, high-end custom residential projects.
• Strong technical fluency in architectural drawings, interior detailing, and construction coordination.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, InDesign, Photoshop, and MS Office.
• Excellent verbal and written English.

Responsibilities

• Initiate projects with clients, define scope, priorities, and deliverables.
• Ensure agreements and client proposals are executed before starting work.
• Lead client meetings, communicate status, priorities, and next steps clearly.
• Procure, manage, and coordinate storage and shipping of samples.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive interior design project plans and timelines.
• Coordinate with architects, consultants, contractors, and vendors to refine designs.
• Review construction drawings and shop drawings for design intent and installation requirements.
• Document interior elements for custom homes, including finishes and millwork.
• Develop, refine, and update workflows between Design, Architecture, and Construction teams.

Skills

English fluency

Project management

Team coordination

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Architecture/Interior Design

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

InDesign

Photoshop

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ohana Design Services is a vibrant, multi-cultural boutique entity focused on high-end residential resort design. The function of the position we are seeking is to manage all aspects of planning, budgeting, coordination, and execution of our interior design projects. Using in-depth knowledge of design principles, concepts, and best practices, we are looking for an individual who can develop comprehensive project plans and manage execution, ensuring efficient, accurate, and on-budget implementation. Qualified individuals must be 100% proficient in English, have a design solution-centered focus, and possess the ability to take ownership, anticipate challenges, and effectively manage multiple priorities.

Role and Responsibilities

Project Initiation and Client Coordination

• Collaborate with Clients and internal leadership to understand and define project scope, objectives, priorities, and deliverables.
• Ensure design agreements and Client proposals are fully executed and project requirements are established prior to initiating the work plan.
• Participate in Client meetings, presentations, and project discussions, communicating project status, priorities, and next steps clearly and professionally.
• Procure, manage, and coordinate the storage and shipping of physical samples as required.

Project Planning and Management

• Establish, manage, and maintain comprehensive project plans for Interior Design deliverables, schedules, timelines, and milestones.
• Adhere to established internal deadlines and manage project deliverables throughout all phases, ensuring alignment with project priorities and requirements.
• Manage project information, documentation, and deliverables in accordance with departmental standards.
• Maintain oversight of project deliverables and timelines throughout all phases, taking ownership of follow-through, identifying priorities and dependencies, and ensuring work stays on track through completion.
• Anticipate potential issues and proactively develop solutions to prevent challenges from impacting project timelines, quality, or execution.

Design Development and Technical Review

• Execute and oversee luxury design standards, ensuring functional and aesthetic excellence.
• Lead the development of interior architecture projects, aligning design solutions with project objectives, timelines, budgets, and implementation requirements.
• Analyze, guide, and confirm space planning and design strategies to support successful implementation of interior design solutions.
• Collaborate with Clients, architects, outside consultants, and internal teams to refine design concepts and develop thoughtful solutions.
• Oversee and approve interior drawings and review construction documentation, including schedules, specifications, and shop drawings, ensuring alignment with design intent and installation requirements.
• Perform detailed and thorough redlining of DD and CD sets, ensuring compliance with design standards, functionality standards, and quality control requirements.
• Document interior building elements for custom-built homes, including tile, flooring, millwork, plumbing fixtures, lighting, and finishes.
• Develop, refine, and update workflows between Interior Design, Architecture, and Construction teams.

Coordination and Communication

• Coordinate and communicate effectively with Clients, Designers, architects, consultants, contractors, vendors, and internal design and construction teams.
• Lead daily, weekly, and monthly meetings with internal and external teams to align on project priorities, deliverables, dependencies, and milestones.
• Present design concepts and selections to Clients, either independently or in collaboration with the Director.
• Prepare and distribute project updates, action items, and work-plan updates as required.
• Promote a positive team environment, encouraging communication, collaboration, and cohesion.

Documentation and Reporting

• Document all aspects of the design and project-management process and maintain project data in accordance with departmental standards.
• Prepare physical and digital presentation materials for Client meetings and project reviews.

Site Observation and Compliance

• Conduct site visits to oversee installations, troubleshoot issues, verify compliance with project documentation and design intent, and maintain design integrity.
• Prepare site observation reports and communicate required follow-up or corrective actions to the appropriate project teams.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Architecture, Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in luxury design, interior architecture, or project management.
• Proven experience managing complex, high-end custom residential projects from design development through construction and installation.
• Strong technical fluency in architectural drawings, interior detailing, millwork, finishes, lighting, and construction coordination, with the ability to effectively coordinate with architects, consultants, contractors, vendors, and internal design teams.
• Strong design judgment with the ability to understand and protect creative intent and develop thoughtful design solutions when information is incomplete or evolving.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, InDesign, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• 100% proficiency in English.

Preferred Skills

• Luxury-focused vision with an acute eye for finishes, detailing, and quality control.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and follow-through skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities while consistently meeting deadlines.
• Leadership skills to guide and support teams while maintaining accountability for project outcomes.
• Integrity, honesty, and transparency in all professional interactions.
• Solution-oriented approach and ability to work effectively in ambiguous or evolving project environments.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, and enjoys being part of a team.
• Ability to understand and execute directives in a clear, concise and timely manner.
• Ability to work hours as needed to support the team and meet Client expectations.
• Proficiency in 3D Max and Lumion.