Project Manager, Interior Design

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

Job summary

Surbana Jurong (SJ) Group, via its SAA studio, seeks an experienced Interior Design Project Manager to lead hospitality, retail, workplace and public space projects in the Asia-Pacific region. You will own planning, budgets, schedules and cross-functional delivery from concept to closeout, coordinating design, FF&E, branding and documentation teams.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 8+ years of PM experience, with proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp and MS

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Architecture, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related discipline.
• 8+ years of professional experience in interior design project management, interior fit-out, construction management, architecture, or related field.
• Experience delivering medium to large-scale projects in hospitality, retail, workplace, public space, or comparable sectors.
• Strong understanding of full project lifecycle: briefing, concept development, documentation, tendering, procurement, construction, installation, handover.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, procurement, contractor coordination, variations, and project risks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of multiple interior design projects across hospitality, retail, workplace, public space, or mixed-use sectors.
• Develop and maintain project work plans, milestones, schedules, resource allocations, and delivery timelines from concept stage through construction completion.
• Coordinate project activities across internal design, FF&E, branding, and documentation teams, ensuring clear ownership of deliverables and deadlines.
• Identify risks, constraints, dependencies, and potential delays early; develop and implement practical mitigation plans.
• Support project mobilization, design development, tendering, procurement, construction, installation, snagging, and closeout.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Budgeting

Client coordination

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design/Interior Architecture/Architecture/Construction Management/Project Management

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

MS Office

Job description

Real Impact, Made Together

SAA is a member of the Surbana Jurong (SJ) Group, a diverse and collaborative collective of problem solvers for the built environment, continually reimagining ways to create a smart and sustainable future.

As one of SJ’s 10 member companies, SAA is part of a global network of professionals in more than 120 offices in over 40 countries.

At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!

• Lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of multiple interior design projects across hospitality, retail, workplace, public space, or mixed-use sectors.
• Develop and maintain project work plans, milestones, schedules, resource allocations, and delivery timelines from concept stage through construction completion.
• Coordinate project activities across internal design, FF&E, branding, and documentation teams, ensuring clear ownership of deliverables and deadlines.
• Identify risks, constraints, dependencies, and potential delays early; develop and implement practical mitigation plans.
• Support project mobilization, design development, tendering, procurement, construction, installation, snagging, and closeout.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of multiple interior design projects across hospitality, retail, workplace, public space, or mixed-use sectors.
• Develop and maintain project work plans, milestones, schedules, resource allocations, and delivery timelines from concept stage through construction completion.
• Coordinate project activities across internal design, FF&E, branding, and documentation teams, ensuring clear ownership of deliverables and deadlines.
• Identify risks, constraints, dependencies, and potential delays early; develop and implement practical mitigation plans.
• Support project mobilization, design development, tendering, procurement, construction, installation, snagging, and closeout.

Budget, Procurement & Commercial Control

• Develop, monitor, and control project budgets, including design fees, FF&E, materials, consultant fees, procurement, logistics, and contingency.
• Prepare and maintain cost plans, procurement trackers, purchase orders, budget forecasts, and financial reporting.
• Obtain, evaluate, and negotiate quotations from suppliers, manufacturers, contractors, and specialist vendors.
• Manage FF&E procurement, lead times, delivery schedules, storage, installation sequencing, and site logistics.
• Assess scope changes, variations, and design revisions for cost, schedule, and contractual impact; obtain necessary approvals before proceeding.
• Monitor project profitability, cash flow, invoicing, and financial performance in collaboration with senior leadership.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as a primary day-to-day point of contact for clients, ensuring clear, timely, and professional communication.
• Lead internal coordination meetings, client meetings, progress updates, design reviews, and project reporting.
• Manage expectations around scope, budget, programme, approvals, and decision-making.
• Build trusted relationships with clients, architects, consultants, contractors, suppliers, and end users.
• Represent the studio professionally in presentations, site meetings, and stakeholder discussions.

Design Coordination & Technical Execution

• Coordinate closely with the Design Director and design team to ensure that creative intent, quality standards, and technical requirements are maintained throughout delivery.
• Review drawings, specifications, FF&E schedules, finish schedules, millwork details, submittals, shop drawings, samples, and mock-ups.
• Coordinate with architects, MEP consultants, structural consultants, lighting designers, acousticians, AV/IT consultants, and specialist vendors.
• Resolve design, coordination, and technical issues proactively, balancing aesthetic intent, buildability, cost, programme, and compliance.
• Conduct site visits, inspect installed work, review progress against drawings and specifications, and manage RFI and defect resolution.
• Ensure that materials, workmanship, finishes, and installations meet the approved design intent and project quality standards.

Team Leadership & Studio Standards

• Provide clear direction, delegation, and day-to-day support to project coordinators, junior designers, and project team members.
• Mentor team members on project management processes, documentation, coordination, client communication, and problem-solving.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performance working environment.
• Uphold and improve studio standards for project documentation, templates, reporting, quality control, and knowledge sharing.
• Maintain awareness of current materials, products, construction methods, codes, regulations, and sustainability practices relevant to interior projects.

Pre-requisites And Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Architecture, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related discipline.
• At least 8 years of professional experience in interior design project management, interior fit-out, construction management, architecture, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience delivering medium to large-scale projects in hospitality, retail, workplace, public space, or comparable sectors.
• Strong understanding of the full project lifecycle: briefing, concept development, documentation, tendering, procurement, construction, installation, and handover.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, procurement, contractor coordination, variations, and project risks.
• Experience reviewing and coordinating construction documents, FF&E specifications, millwork packages, submittals, shop drawings, and site installations.
• Excellent verbal, written, and visual communication skills, with confidence presenting to clients and senior stakeholders.
• Highly organized, commercially aware, solution-oriented, and able to manage competing priorities across multiple projects.
• Proficiency in project management tools and Microsoft Office; familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and project management or procurement platforms is advantageous.
• Experience in Singapore or the broader Asia-Pacific region is desirable, with familiarity in local authority submissions, procurement practices, and contractor coordination.