Job Description

Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled Design Head with a strong background in Interior Fit-Out and project leadership. This role is ideal for a creative visionary who has a passion for innovative, sustainable design and is eager to lead a team of talented designers. The Design Head will be responsible for overseeing the entire design process, ensuring seamless integration with client goals, managing design teams, and driving excellence in every project.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the Design Process: Oversee and manage the design process for all Interior Fit-Out projects, ensuring designs align with client requirements, project goals, timelines, and budgets.
• Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work closely with clients, consultants, and project teams to refine and implement design concepts that meet both functional and aesthetic needs.
• Innovative & Sustainable Design: Champion the integration of innovative, sustainable, and cutting-edge design practices in all projects to enhance quality, efficiency, and environmental responsibility.
• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and inspire a dynamic design team, fostering a collaborative, creative, and high-performance environment.
• Client Engagement: Serve as the primary design point of contact for clients, ensuring their vision is accurately represented and executed throughout the design and implementation stages.
• Quality Control: Maintain the highest standards of design quality, ensuring deliverables meet project specifications and comply with local regulations, industry standards, and best practices.
• Budget & Resource Management: Collaborate with project managers to ensure design-related deliverables are achieved within budget and on schedule, optimizing resource allocation and cost-efficiency.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with industry trends, emerging materials, and cutting-edge technologies, introducing innovative design solutions to maintain a competitive edge in the market.

Requirements:

• Experience: A minimum of 8-10 years of experience in Interior Fit-Out design, with a strong portfolio of successfully completed projects in commercial, residential, and/or hospitality sectors.
• Educational Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree is an advantage.
• Leadership: Proven experience in leading and managing design teams, with a demonstrated ability to handle complex, large-scale projects.
• Design Software Proficiency: Strong knowledge of design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, and other relevant tools, alongside a solid understanding of construction methods and materials.
• Client Relations: Expertise in presenting and articulating design concepts to clients, with excellent communication skills to foster strong client relationships.
• Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving abilities, with an eye for detail and the ability to balance creative vision with practical project execution and commercial objectives.
• Leadership Skills: Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to manage cross-functional teams and client relationships.
• Sustainability Expertise: In-depth knowledge of sustainability principles and the ability to integrate them into design solutions.
• Language Skills: Fluency in English is essential.
• UAE Market Experience: Previous experience working in the UAE market is mandatory.
• Driving License: A valid UAE driving license is a plus.

Why Join Us:

• Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary and benefits package.
• Innovative Work Environment: Opportunity to lead cutting-edge design projects and work with a highly talented team of professionals.
• Career Growth: We believe in continuous professional development and offer ample opportunities for career advancement.
• Industry Leadership: Join a company known for its commitment to quality, sustainability, and creative excellence in the Interior Fit-Out industry.
• Impactful Projects: Be at the forefront of shaping some of the most innovative and high-profile design projects in the UAE.

If you are a creative, strategic, and results-driven design leader, and you're ready to take on a new challenge with an industry leader, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to be part of a company that values creativity, excellence, and sustainable design solutions.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent