Designer & Project Manager – Interior Design & Fit-Out
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About the Role
Magnum Opus Foundation seeks a Designer & Project Manager to lead interior fit-out projects from concept to completion. The role requires 5-8 years of experience in residential and commercial interior design and fit-out, including 3+ years in the UAE.
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Responsibilities
- Lead interior design projects from concept development through detailed design and construction documentation
- Prepare and review space planning, layouts, mood boards, material selections, and design presentations
- Coordinate with consultants, contractors, suppliers, and specialist vendors to maintain design intent
- Develop and manage project programs, milestones, and delivery schedules
- Conduct site inspections, progress reviews, snagging, and quality control assessments
- Act as primary point of contact between clients, contractors, landlord representatives, and internal stakeholders
- Coordinate submissions and approvals with relevant authorities and master developers
- Assist in vendor selection, tender evaluations, and procurement recommendations
- Maintain project documentation, trackers, logs, and correspondence
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related discipline
- 5–8 years of experience in residential and commercial interior design and fit out projects
- 3+ years UAE experience
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, and project management tools
- Strong knowledge of fit out documentation, authority approvals, and site execution
- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
Full Job Posting
About the Role
- Magnum Opus Foundation is seeking a highly motivated Designer & Project Manager to lead the design, coordination, and execution of commercial, retail, and residential interior fit out projects from concept through completion.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead interior design projects from concept development through detailed design and construction documentation
- Prepare and review space planning, layouts, mood boards, material selections, and design presentations
- Coordinate with consultants, contractors, suppliers, and specialist vendors to maintain design intent throughout execution
- Review shop drawings, material submittals, mock ups, and samples for compliance with approved designs
- Develop and manage project programs, milestones, and delivery schedules
- Monitor project progress and proactively identify risks, delays, and mitigation measures
- Conduct site inspections, progress reviews, snagging, and quality control assessments
- Coordinate project handovers, closeout documentation, and defect liability follow ups
- Act as the primary point of contact between clients, contractors, landlord representatives, and internal stakeholders
- Conduct design workshops, coordination meetings, and progress review sessions
- Prepare meeting minutes, project reports, presentations, and status updates
- Coordinate submissions and approvals with relevant authorities and master developers
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related discipline
- 5–8 years of experience in residential and commercial interior design and fit out projects, including 3+ years UAE experience
- Strong understanding of project management principles and construction processes
- Experience coordinating consultants, contractors, landlords, and authorities
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, and project management tools
- Strong knowledge of fit out documentation, authority approvals, and site execution
- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast paced environment
Preferred Experience
- Commercial office fit outs
- Luxury residential and retail projects
- Landlord side project management
- Design & Build project delivery
- Authority approval processes within the UAE
- Tendering, procurement, and contract administration
Key Competencies
- Leadership & Ownership
- Design Excellence
- Project Planning & Execution
- Problem Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Negotiation & Stakeholder Management
- Time Management
- Quality Control
- Commercial Awareness
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