Interior Studio Manager

SCDA INTERIORS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced Studio Manager for their Interior Design team. You will manage client relationships, oversee project delivery, and ensure quality and compliance. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience in high-end interior design projects and exceptional project management skills. Join an innovative, international studio where every day is a new challenge.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience managing interior design projects, preferably large-scale or high-end.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and client-facing abilities.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams across multiple locations.
• Knowledge of the full design process from concept to completion.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage client relationships and ensure project goals are met in terms of design quality, timeline, and budget.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external collaborators to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Oversee project schedules, budgets, contracts, and deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with legal, contractual, and financial obligations.
• Facilitate communication between SCDA’s interiors team and other disciplines.
• Monitor industry trends and contribute to design innovation and process improvement.

Job description

About Us

SCDA is an international practice seamlessly integrating architecture, interiors, landscape and object- making to create holistic spatial experiences that are intrinsically sustainable. With offices in Singapore, Shanghai, Manila and New York City, SCDA has projects in over 80 locations across Asia, Africa, Europe, Oceania, and North America. In parallel, SCDA Lab pioneers social and cultural initiatives, applying research and design to enact measurable change and advance the environmental cause.

Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to join our Interior Design team as a Studio Manager. This individual will play a pivotal role in managing client relationships and ensuring seamless project execution from conception to completion. You will act as the key liaison between SCDA and clients, stakeholders, and international collaborators—driving the vision of our interior design projects in alignment with the studio’s strategic goals.

This role requires strong project management skills, a deep understanding of the design process, excellent communication, and the ability to manage fast-paced, complex projects across multiple time zones.

Responsibilities

• Manage client relationships and ensure project goals are met in terms of design quality, timeline, and budget.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external collaborators to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Oversee project schedules, budgets, contracts, and deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with legal, contractual, and financial obligations.
• Facilitate communication between SCDA’s interiors team and other disciplines.
• Monitor industry trends and contribute to design innovation and process improvement.

Requirements

• Minimum 7 years of experience managing interior design projects, preferably large-scale or high-end.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and client-facing abilities.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams across multiple locations.
• Knowledge of the full design process from concept to completion.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.

Join Us

If you thrive in an international, design-driven studio where every day presents new challenges, we’d love to hear from you.

Please send the following to [e-mail]:

• Your CV
• A cover letter highlighting your experience managing design studios or projects in top cities
• A curated portfolio showcasing your best and most relevant work

Let your portfolio speak for your capabilities—we’re excited to see what you bring to the table.