Interior Designer (Full-Time) – Campus Retrofitting & Mixed-Use Development (JB & Penang)

Fairview International School; Kuala Lumpur; Presencial; MYR 60.000 - 90.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Fairview International School seeks an experienced Interior Designer to lead the design and fit-out of campus retrofit projects and to support mixed-use developments in JB and Penang. The role requires translating educational goals into practical, cost-effective interiors while ensuring regulatory compliance and long-term asset value.

You will coordinate with architects, engineers and contractors, manage FF&E sourcing, and supervise on-site works to meet timelines and budgets.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field required.
• Minimum 5–8 years experience in educational, commercial, residential, or mixed-use projects.
• Experience in school retrofit, FF&E procurement, and construction coordination preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Lead design and fit-out of school retrofit projects and mixed-use developments.
• Prepare space plans, layouts, mood boards, specifications, FF&E schedules, and 2D/3D visualisations.
• Produce tender and construction drawings including working drawings and joinery details.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, consultants, and contractors throughout projects.
• Manage FF&E sourcing, procurement, installation, and supplier coordination.
• Supervise site works to ensure quality, compliance and timely completion.
• Prepare and monitor project budgets, suggest value-engineering solutions, and control fit-out costs.
• Ensure compliance with building regulations, fire safety, accessibility, and school licensing.
• Develop maintenance and replacement plans for furniture, fixtures and finishes.

Conhecimentos

AutoCAD

Revit

SketchUp

3ds Max

Enscape

Adobe Creative Suite

Space planning

Construction detailing

Budgeting

Project coordination

Formação

Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field

Ferramentas

AutoCAD

Revit

SketchUp

Enscape

3ds Max

Blender

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe InDesign

Descrição da vaga

Interior Designer (Full-Time) - Campus Retrofitting & Mixed-Use Development (JB & Penang)

Position Summary

• We are seeking an experienced Interior Designer to lead the design and fit-out of our school retrofitting projects and support the interior planning of mixed-use commercial and residential developments in Johor Bahru and Penang.
• The ideal candidate must be able to translate educational (pedagogical) goals and property investment objectives into practical, buildable, cost-effective, and code-compliant interior designs. This role requires balancing creative design with functionality, regulatory compliance, budget control, and long-term asset value.

Key Responsibilities

• Design educational, commercial, and residential interiors for retrofit and mixed-use projects.
• Prepare space plans, furniture layouts, mood boards, material specifications, FF&E schedules, and 2D/3D visualisations.
• Produce tender and construction drawings, including working drawings and joinery details.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, consultants, and contractors throughout project delivery.
• Manage FF&E sourcing, procurement, installation, and supplier coordination.
• Supervise site works to ensure quality, compliance, and timely completion.
• Prepare and monitor project budgets, recommend value-engineering solutions, and control fit-out costs.
• Ensure compliance with building regulations, fire safety, accessibility, and school licensing requirements.
• Develop maintenance and replacement plans for furniture, fixtures, and finishes.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field.
• Minimum 5-8 years' experience in educational, commercial, residential, or mixed-use projects.
• Experience in school retrofits, FF&E procurement, and construction coordination is preferred.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating learning spaces, fit-out projects, and technical detailing.

Skills

• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit or SketchUp, Enscape/3ds Max/Blender, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong space planning, technical drawing, and construction detailing skills.
• Knowledge of building codes, accessibility, and fire safety requirements.
• Experience in budgeting, tender documentation, project management, and contractor coordination.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate educational and business requirements into practical design solutions.

Other Requirements

• Willing to travel between Johor Bahru and Penang.
• Portfolio and professional references are required.