Senior Interior Designer – Themed Environments Expert

AECOM; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM seeks an experienced Interior Designer to lead themed environment projects across hospitality and entertainment sectors in a demanding, multidisciplinary setting. The role focuses on detailing, finishes, coordination with architecture, MEP and lighting, and ensuring design intent is realized from shop drawings to site installation.

The ideal candidate brings strong CAD and visualization skills, extensive production of drawings and samples, and a proven track record of coordinating complex

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of professional experience in interior design, with themed environments.
• Proficiency in CAD software and design visualization tools.
• Experience managing shop drawings, material submissions, and inspections.
• Pro‑longed cross‑disciplinary coordination with architecture, MEP, lighting, AV systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to QA/ workmanship.

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.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Code interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design/AIA related

Tools

CAD software

Design visualization tools

Job description

AECOM seeks an experienced Interior Designer to lead themed environment projects across hospitality and entertainment sectors in a demanding, multidisciplinary setting. The role focuses on detailing, finishes, coordination with architecture, MEP and lighting, and ensuring design intent is realized from shop drawings to site installation.

The ideal candidate brings strong CAD and visualization skills, extensive production of drawings and samples, and a proven track record of coordinating complex