Commercial Interior Designer (Remote)

Clarke Point Pte Ltd; Metro Manila; Remote; PHP 893,000 - 1,116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Australian holidays

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Health insurance allowance

Remote collaboration

Job summary

Canopy Fitouts, based in Melbourne, seeks a mid-senior Commercial Interior Designer or Interior Architect to support design and projects remotely from Metro Manila. You will translate client briefs into high-quality outcomes from concept through delivery, balancing aesthetics and functionality within budget.

The role requires 3–5 years in commercial interiors, strong Revit skills, and knowledge of NCC/Australian Standards, with long-term, full-time independent contractor arrangements and fully

Qualifications

• Experience as an Independent Contractor for an Australian client.
• Qualification in Interior Design or Interior Architecture.
• 3–5 years in commercial interior design/architecture.
• Experience delivering fitout projects from concept to delivery.
• 3+ years using Revit for development and documentation.
• Knowledge of National Construction Code and relevant Australian Standards.
• Ability to develop client briefs and manage scope changes.
• Strong attention to detail across multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop creative interior design concepts aligned with client briefs and brand identity.
• Create space plans considering functionality, traffic, accessibility and safety.
• Apply workplace strategy to boost productivity and wellbeing.
• Prepare mood boards, palettes, materials, finishes and furnishings specifications.
• Develop construction documentation communicating design intent to teams, contractors, and suppliers.
• Coordinate with Design Manager and project team to review drawings and resolve queries.
• Research and select materials, furnishings, finishes aligned with budget and programme.
• Manage design scope changes with clear documentation and stakeholder communication.
• Coordinate multiple projects and priorities while maintaining quality and deadlines.

Skills

Independent Contractor

Interior Design

Interior Architecture

Client Briefing

Scope Management

Project Coordination

Revit Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture

Tools

Revit

MS365

Job description

Company Overview

Canopy Fitouts is a Melbourne-based commercial design and construct business delivering office and commercial fitouts across a wide range of industries. The team combines interior design, architecture and construction capability to create functional, high-quality spaces tailored to each client's operational needs, brand and budget. Canopy is known for collaborative client relationships, thoughtful design, quality finishes and reliable project delivery across Melbourne.

About the Role

Canopy Fitouts is seeking a highly motivated, collaborative and creative Mid-Senior Commercial Interior Designer or Interior Architect to support the Design and Projects Teams across commercial fitout projects. The role balances aesthetics, functionality and sustainable design principles, translating client needs and brand identity into high-quality design outcomes from concept through delivery.

This role is being recruited by Clarke Point(www.clarkepoint.com), a premier Singapore-based agency dedicated to delivering global recruitment and staffing solutions, and is for a long-term, full-time Independent Contractor.

What You'll Be Doing

• Develop creative commercial interior design concepts aligned with client briefs, brand identity and project requirements

• Create and optimise space plans that consider functionality, traffic flow, accessibility, safety and user experience

• Apply workplace strategy principles to improve productivity, collaboration, wellbeing and organisational outcomes

• Prepare detailed design documentation including mood boards, colour palettes, materials, finishes, furnishings and specifications

• Develop construction documentation that clearly communicates design intent to project teams, contractors and suppliers

• Coordinate closely with the Design Manager and project team when reviewing drawings, resolving design queries and progressing documentation

• Research and specify appropriate materials, furnishings, finishes and products that align with design intent, budget and programme

• Identify and manage design scope changes while maintaining clear documentation and stakeholder communication

• Coordinate multiple projects and priorities while maintaining design quality, accuracy and delivery deadlines

What We’re Looking For

Essential

• Experience working as an Independent Contractor for an Australian client

• Relevant qualification in Interior Design, Interior Architecture or a related discipline

• 3-5 years' professional experience in a similar commercial interior design or interior architecture role

• Demonstrated experience delivering commercial office fitout projects from concept through documentation and delivery

• Minimum 3 years' hands-on experience using Revit for design development and documentation

• Sound knowledge of the National Construction Code and relevant Australian Standards applicable to commercial interiors

• Proven ability to develop detailed client briefs, interpret project requirements and manage scope changes

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities and deadlines

Nice to have

• Previous experience working within an architecture firm or architectural practice, particularly in a documentation-focused environment

• Experience creating Revit parametric families

• Experience with AI integration and AI-based workflows

• Rendering and visualisation experience producing high-quality architectural or interior renders

• Strong MS365 capability for professional documentation, reports, presentations and client-facing materials

• Experience across retail, hospitality, medical or other commercial fitout environments

• Knowledge of sustainable materials, products and design practices

Remote Work Setup Requirements

To ensure a smooth and professional remote working experience, candidates must have the following:

• A reliable computer or laptop

• Stable internet connection

• Quiet, dedicated home workspace suitable for remote work

Ideal Personality Attributes

• Creative: Brings thoughtful design ideas while balancing aesthetics, function, budget and buildability

• Accountable: Takes ownership of design quality, deadlines, documentation and follow-through

• Client-focused: Listens carefully, communicates clearly and builds confidence with clients and stakeholders

• Organised: Prioritises effectively across multiple projects and adapts calmly when requirements change

• Collaborative: Works constructively with designers, project teams, contractors and suppliers to achieve strong outcomes

Compensation Package

• ₱80,000 to ₱100,000 per month (depending on experience)

• Long-term, full-time Independent Contractor role

• Australian (Victoria) public holidays

• 12 days vacation leave per year

• 6 days sick leave per year

• ₱2,500 monthly health insurance allowance

• Fully remote, Monday to Friday, aligned with Australian business hours (with flexibility)

Canopy Fitouts is based in Melbourne, Australia, and the role will work Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Melbourne time, with some flexibility.

Pre-engagement Requirements

• Character References

• NBI Clearance (Most Recent)

• Bachelor’s Degree Diploma

• Two Valid Government-issued IDs

• Picture of Your Work Environment

• Hardware Specifications