Sr. Architect – Interior Design

SNC-Lavalin Fayez Engineering; Saudi Arabia; Hybrid; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Senior Interior Design Architect to oversee fit-out and site operations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in luxury interiors and a strong knowledge of Saudi Building Codes. Responsibilities include implementing design concepts, overseeing procurement, and ensuring compliance with local regulations. This role offers a tax-free salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Comprehensive life insurance

Premium medical insurance

Generous annual leave

Flexible and hybrid work solutions

Remote work opportunities

Company gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus program

Annual flight contribution

Relocation assistance

Transportation & housing allowances

Employee Wellbeing Program

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of experience in interior design and fit‑out, with 5+ years in site‑based roles within KSA.
• Proven track record in luxury commercial, hospitality, or mixed‑use projects.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi Building Codes and regional regulations.
• Consultancy experience is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of approved interior design concepts into fit‑out works.
• Oversee FF&E selection, procurement, and installation.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress and ensure quality standards.
• Coordinate with procurement and construction teams for timely delivery.

Skills

Autodesk AutoCAD

Revit

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Interior Architecture, Interior Design, or Architecture

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Interior Design Architect specializing in fit‑out and site operations to join our Riyadh team. This role focuses on end‑to‑end delivery of interior design and fit‑out works, ensuring design integrity, quality execution, and seamless coordination between design and construction teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in luxury interiors, high‑end finishes, and turnkey fit‑out projects.

Your role

• Lead the implementation of approved interior design concepts into fit‑out works, ensuring alignment with design intent.
• Oversee FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment) selection, procurement, and installation.
• Validate shop drawings, material submittals, and mock‑ups for compliance with specifications and aesthetics.
• Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure design intent is maintained throughout the construction phase.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress, ensure quality standards, and resolve on‑site design issues.
• Coordinate with procurement and construction teams to ensure timely delivery and installation of interior elements.
• Ensure compliance with local codes, health and safety regulations, and sustainability standards.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior designers and site teams.
• Explicit mention of reviewing and validating ID design drawings, shop drawings, and material submittals for compliance with design intent and standards.
• Performing technical audits and ensure adherence to local codes, international standards, and project specifications.

About you

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Interior Architecture, Interior Design, or Architecture.
• 10–15 years of experience in interior design and fit‑out, with 5+ years in site‑based roles within KSA.
• Proven track record in luxury commercial, hospitality, or mixed‑use projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and other design tools.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi Building Codes and regional regulations.
• Excellent understanding of materials, finishes, detailing, and fit‑out processes.
• Strong communication, coordination, and problem‑solving skills.
• Consultancy experience is mandatory.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience working with international design consultancies or PMC environments with strong background in interior design and fit‑out delivery.
• LEED, WELL, or other sustainability certifications are a plus.

Rewards & benefits

• Tax‑free salary.
• Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
• Premium medical insurance for you and your dependents.
• Generous annual leave balance.
• Flexible and hybrid work solutions.
• Remote work opportunities outside of country.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Relocation assistance.
• Transportation & housing allowances (available for remote work locations)
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

Equal Opportunity

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world‑class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.