" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eInterior Design Director\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"18897\"\u003e Other \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"18899\"\u003e Singapore \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"18900\"\u003e Permanent / Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 23/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eJob Summary\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e The Design Director is a senior leadership role responsible for setting and driving the company\u0027s design vision, creative excellence, and commercial outcomes across all interior design \u0026amp; build projects.\u003cbr\u003e This role leads the design studio, ensures design quality and consistency, and partners closely with Project, Construction, and Business Development teams to deliver integrated, buildable, and commercially viable interior solutions.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eKey Responsibilities\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e Design Leadership \u0026amp; Creative Direction\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDefine, own, and consistently champion design philosophy and creative standards\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead the development of strong, innovative, and practical design concepts aligned with client briefs and commercial objectives\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvide strategic design direction across workplace, commercial, retail, hospitality, and mixed-use interior projects\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReview and approve all key design deliverables, including: \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eTest fits and space planning\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConcept and schematic designs\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaterial and finishes palettes\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e3D visualisations and presentations\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDetailed design and construction documentation\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEnsure designs are functional, cost-effective, buildable, and aligned with design-and-build capabilities\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e Project Oversight \u0026amp; Delivery\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvide design leadership from concept stage through construction and project completion\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork closely with Project Managers, QS, and Construction teams to ensure design intent is maintained on site\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAnticipate and resolve design, technical, and coordination challenges proactively\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEnsure projects meet agreed design quality, timelines, and budget parameters\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConduct regular design reviews and quality audits across active projects\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e Client \u0026amp; Stakeholder Management\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAs the senior design representative in client meetings, pitches, and presentations\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuild strong, trusted relationships with key clients, developers, landlords, and corporate occupiers\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTranslate client business needs into compelling and differentiated design solutions\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupport business development efforts, including: \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesign proposals and tenders\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFee and scope input from a design perspective\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesign storytelling and pitch presentations\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContribute to client retention and repeat business through design excellence and leadership\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e Team Leadership\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead, mentor, and inspire the design team across multiple levels (Design Managers, Senior Designers, Designers)\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSet clear design standards, workflows, and expectations for the studio\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvide constructive design critique, guidance, and performance feedback\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdentify training needs and support professional development and career progression\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupport recruitment of high-quality design talent\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStay informed on global and regional design trends, workplace strategy, materials, and technologies\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChampion innovation in design solutions, construction methods, and client experience\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRepresent the company at industry networking opportunities where required\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eRequirements \u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMinimum 12-15 years of experience in commercial interior design\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAt least 5 years in a senior leadership role within a design or design-and-build firm\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong portfolio of delivered commercial interior projects in Singapore or the region\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProven experience working within design \u0026amp; build environments\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong conceptual and design thinking with high attention to detail\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDeep understanding of space planning, workplace strategy, materials, and detailing\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong leadership, mentoring, and stakeholder management skills\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCommercial awareness with ability to balance design ambition and cost realities\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent presentation and communication skills\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProficiency in industry tools (e.g. AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp/Rhino, Adobe Creative Suite)\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"4481091\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "