Interior Designer

Aecom2; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an experienced interior design professional to lead on-site supervision of themed interior finishes and coordinating multidisciplinary teams across complex fit-out projects.

You will conduct daily inspections, manage sample programs, and ensure compliance with approved samples and design intent while maintaining quality and timelines across large-scale projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related discipline.
• Minimum 12 years of professional interior design experience, with themed environments, hospitality, or entertainment design.
• Advanced proficiency in CAD software and design visualization tools.
• Comprehensive knowledge of interior finishes, materials, and fabrication processes, with track record in complex material specs.
• Extensive experience managing shop drawings, material submissions, and First Article inspections across multiple projects.
• Proven ability to lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams (architecture, MEP, lighting, AV) in high-stakes environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for senior-level stakeholder engagement and project leadership.
• Advanced interpretation of building codes, design standards, and specifications in themed/hospitality contexts.
• Extensive site inspections, snagging, corrective action management, and design intent preservation.
• Experience with construction documentation, design coordination, and managing practical completion on large-scale projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site supervision of interior finishes and themed works including rockwork, themed plaster, decorative painting, props, signage, lighting interfaces, and paving installations.
• Conduct site inspections to verify colour, texture, finish consistency, dimensional accuracy and workmanship against samples and design intent.
• Manage sample and mock-up programme on site including First Article inspections and benchmark establishment before bulk production.
• Inspect factory fabrication and pre-delivery verification before site delivery.
• Oversee fit-out installation coordination and integration with architecture, MEP, lighting, AV, and show systems.
• Coordinate with Design Intent Management to maintain consistency across interior and themed elements during fit-out.
• Conduct daily site walkthroughs, document progress, identify defects, and initiate corrective actions.
• Manage snagging processes and corrective action programmes to achieve completion to specification.
• Monitor fit-out progress against programme and highlight issues affecting timelines.
• Review and approve shop drawings, material submissions, and fabrication details for design intent compliance.
• Communicate regularly with site contractors, consultants, and stakeholders to align expectations and timelines.
• Maintain comprehensive site documentation for audits and reference.
• Identify and escalate risks, design conflicts, or programme impacts to senior team members.
• Support practical problem-solving on site to address unforeseen challenges while preserving design quality.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or Architecture

Tools

CAD software

Design visualisation tools

Job description

Main Responsibilities:

• Lead on-site supervision of interior finishes and themed works, including rockwork, themed plaster, decorative painting, props, themed signage, lighting interfaces, and paving installations.


• Conduct comprehensive site inspections to verify colour, texture, finish consistency, dimensional accuracy, and workmanship standards against approved samples and design intent.


• Manage the sample and mock-up programme on site, including First Article inspections and approved benchmark establishment before bulk production and installation commences.


• Inspect factory fabrication and pre-delivery verification to ensure materials, finishes, and compliance with approved samples prior to site delivery.


• Oversee fit-out installation coordination, ensuring seamless integration of interior and themed elements with architecture, MEP, lighting, AV, and show systems.


• Coordinate with the Design Intent Management team to maintain consistency across all interior and themed elements throughout the fit-out phase.


• Conduct daily site walkthroughs and inspections, documenting progress, identifying defects, and initiating corrective actions to preserve quality and consistency.


• Manage snagging processes and corrective action programmes, ensuring all deficiencies are rectified to specification before practical completion.


• Monitor fit-out progress against programme, highlighting issues affecting installation timelines and completion schedules.


• Review and approve shop drawings, material submissions, and fabrication details to ensure compliance with design intent prior to site installation.


• Communicate regularly with site contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders to ensure alignment on fit-out expectations, quality standards, and timelines.


• Maintain comprehensive site documentation, including inspection records, approval logs, corrective action registers, and photographic evidence for audit and reference purposes.


• Identify and escalate potential risks, design conflicts, quality concerns, or programme impacts to senior team members and project leadership in a timely manner.


• Support practical problem-solving on site to address unforeseen challenges whilst maintaining design quality and project timelines.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related discipline


• Minimum 12 years of professional experience in interior design, with extensive demonstrated expertise in themed environments, hospitality, or entertainment design


• Advanced proficiency in CAD software and design visualisation tools


• Comprehensive knowledge of interior finishes, materials, and fabrication processes, with proven track record of managing complex material specifications


• Extensive experience managing shop drawings, material submissions, and First Article inspections across multiple projects


• Proven ability to lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams (architecture, MEP, lighting, AV systems) in complex, high-stakes environments


• Demonstrated excellence in attention to detail with established commitment to quality assurance and workmanship standards


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for senior-level stakeholder engagement and project leadership


• Advanced ability to interpret and apply building codes, design standards, and specifications in themed and hospitality contexts


• Extensive experience with site inspections, snagging processes, corrective action management, and design intent preservation


• Proven experience in construction documentation, design coordination, and managing practical completion on large-scale projects

Preferred Qualifications:

• Extensive track record in themed entertainment, hospitality, or luxury retail environments with multiple successful project completions


• Advanced knowledge of colour theory, texture, and finish consistency in design applications


• Demonstrated expertise in vendor management, procurement processes, and supplier coordination


• Experience with construction documentation systems and design intent management protocols


• Project management certification or equivalent senior-level project leadership experience


• Advanced understanding of lighting design interfaces and AV system integration in themed environments


• Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects with demanding timelines and high-quality delivery standards


• Experience mentoring junior design professionals or leading design teams on site

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About AECOM

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