Interior Designer

AECOM; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, seeks an experienced Interior Designer for themed environments. You will oversee interior finishes, review shop drawings, and coordinate with architecture, MEP, lighting, and AV to ensure design intent and quality on complex projects.

You will prepare designs and drawings, manage sample programs, monitor fabrication, and support inspections. A Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or Architecture and 8+ years of relevant experience, plus CAD and visualization

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related discipline.
• 8+ years of professional interior design experience with themed environments, hospitality, or entertainment.
• Proficiency in CAD software and design visualization tools.
• Strong knowledge of interior finishes, materials, and fabrication processes.
• Experience managing shop drawings, material submissions, and First Article inspections.
• Proven ability to coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (architecture, MEP, lighting, AV systems).
• Excellent attention to detail with commitment to quality assurance and workmanship.
• Ability to interpret and apply building codes, design standards, and specifications.
• Experience with site inspections, snagging, and corrective action management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee interior finishes and themed works, including rockwork and decorative finishes.
• Review shop drawings, material submissions, samples, and method statements for compliance with design intent.
• Manage sample and mock-up program, including First Article inspections.
• Inspect factory fabrication to verify materials and finishes before site delivery.
• Monitor site installation for colour, texture, finish consistency, and workmanship.

Skills

CAD

Coordination

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's in Interior Design

Tools

CAD software

Revit

Job description

• Primary Location: KSA - Riyadh, SA - The Business Gate

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

**Main Responsibilities:**

• Oversee interior finishes and themed works, including rockwork, themed plaster, decorative painting, props, themed signage, lighting interfaces, and paving.
• Review interior and theming shop drawings, material submissions, samples, fabrication details, and method statements to ensure compliance with design intent.
• Manage the sample and mock-up programme, including First Article inspections, to establish approved benchmarks before bulk production commences.
• Inspect factory fabrication to verify materials, finishes, and compliance with approved samples before delivery to site.
• Monitor site installation for colour, texture, finish consistency, dimensional accuracy, and workmanship standards.
• Coordinate interior and themed elements with architecture, MEP, lighting, AV, and show systems, working closely with the Design Intent Management team.
• Support inspections, snagging, and corrective actions to preserve the quality and consistency of the finished environment.
• Monitor progress and highlight issues affecting fabrication, installation, or completion timelines.
• Initiate and develop construction document drawings through completion for assigned projects in conformance with requirements, applicable codes, and design criteria established by discipline leaders.
• Complete design assignments of limited to moderate complexity under direct supervision, applying established design practices, standards, and procedures.
• Prepare designs and drawings using project specifications and discipline-associated written and verbal instructions.
• Develop and maintain proficiency with vendor documents, specifications, and material submissions relevant to interior design disciplines.
• Communicate regularly with project stakeholders, including contractors, consultants, and clients, to ensure alignment on design expectations and timelines.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including approvals, samples, inspection records, and corrective action logs for audit and reference purposes.
• Identify and elevate potential risks, design conflicts, or quality concerns to senior team members and project leadership in a timely manner.

Qualifications

**Required Qualifications:**

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related discipline
• Minimum 8 years of professional experience in interior design, with demonstrated expertise in themed environments, hospitality, or entertainment design
• Proficiency in CAD software and design visualisation tools
• Strong knowledge of interior finishes, materials, and fabrication processes
• Experience managing shop drawings, material submissions, and First Article inspections
• Proven ability to coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (architecture, MEP, lighting, AV systems)
• Excellent attention to detail with demonstrated commitment to quality assurance and workmanship standards
• Ability to interpret and apply building codes, design standards, and specifications
• Experience with site inspections, snagging processes, and corrective action management

**Preferred Qualifications:**

• Experience in themed entertainment, hospitality, or luxury retail environments
• Knowledge of colour theory, texture, and finish consistency in design applications
• Familiarity with vendor management and procurement processes
• Experience with construction documentation and design intent management
• Project management certification or equivalent experience
• Understanding of lighting design interfaces and AV system integration
• Track record of managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders and tight timelines

Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options,well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.