Interior Design Project Manager l Singapore

Hachem; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diverse projects

Creative environment

Career growth

Competitive salary

Job summary

Hachem Architecture in Singapore is seeking a senior interior architect with 10+ years in hospitality design. Proficiency in Revit, CAD, and detailing across hotel projects is essential.

You will lead project teams, translate design concepts into buildable drawings, manage budgets and timelines, and mentor junior staff within a collaborative, award-winning studio.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level interior design/architecture degree is required.
• 10+ years of professional experience in the industry.
• Experience in hotel and hospitality design is essential.
• Proficiency in Revit with at least 4 years on the job.
• CAD, InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator proficiency.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Imaginative, creative thinking and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Principal to define client briefs and project scope.
• Organize planning, materials, schedules, and cost estimates for designs.
• Lead project management and mentor staff; coordinate with external consultants.
• Communicate with hotel operators and stakeholders to ensure design alignment.
• Develop and refine interior design drawings and construction documentation.
• Prepare proposals, tender documents, and manage tender processes.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Team Management

Client Liaison

Analytical Thinking

Negotiation

Mentoring

Communication

Design Development

Education

Bachelor of Interior Design

Bachelor of Architecture

Tools

Revit

CAD

InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

Specsources

Job description

Hachem Architecture is an award-winning, multidisciplinary design studio headquartered in Melbourne with a growing international footprint and an office in Singapore. Renowned for its innovative and unconventional approach, Hachem specializes in delivering high-end commercial, hospitality, and residential projects across Australia, Asia, and the Middle East. The studio blends visionary thinking with meticulous attention to detail to provide integrated architecture, interior design, and branding solutions. Guided by a philosophy of story-driven design, Hachem creates spaces that are both meaningful and reflective of their unique context. From 5-star luxury hotels to bespoke boutique spaces, Hachem brings purposeful, customized designs to every project.

• An ability to translate the interior design requirements of the project, under the control of the Principal Director, to the building structure and space available.
• Manage project teams in programming client needs, conceptual design, design development, construction documentation and construction administration.
• An ability to manage and negotiate with the design team, matters of critical or technical importance which may influence the creative direction.
• Ability to work through technical design issues with consultants to find cost effective solutions for our clients.
• Strong leadership and excellent team management skills.
• Project Management and mentoring of staff with ability to communicate effectively.
• Assist Hachem Management team to implement and achieve strategic business goals
• Ability to analyse and critically assess problems.

Qualifications and skills required:

• Tertiary qualification of a Bachelor of Interior Design, Architecture, or similar.
• 10+ years of professional experience within the same industry.
• Experience in hotel and hospitality design is a must.
• Proficiency in Revit is essential, at least 4 years on job experience
• Skilled in CAD, InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Specification software knowledge, ideally Specsources
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Motivated, enthusiastic and willingness to learn
• Imaginative and creative thinking skills

Responsibilities

• Work with the Principal to obtain a client brief in order to determine the type, style and size of the building or the space within the building that is to be designed, built and/or refurbished.
• Organization of the planning process in terms of designs, materials, building times and costs estimates.
• Experience in Project management and leadership and be proficient in dealing with outside contractors
• Communicate and provide experienced knowledge working with hotel operators
• To have capabilities in commercial projects including interior design and detailed construction documentation.
• Manage the preparation of preliminary drawings and other documentation including sketches and scale drawings.
• Manage the preparation of architectural drawings and specifications for submission to town planning authorities.
• Manage the preparation of working drawings and specifications for use by builders.
• Manage the preparation of proposals, tender documents and call tenders on behalf of clients.
• Consult and manage engineers, designers, and other experts to achieve project objectives.
• Carry out site visits and oversee construction works to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Guide and manage deliverables in all phases with the Director and Associates
• Assign and manage realistic project deadlines for the Interiors team to ensure client deadlines are met.
• Manage the budgets and timelines of projects under your responsibility.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on diverse and high-profile projects
• Collaborative and creative work environment
• Career growth and leadership opportunities
• Competitive salary package