Job Description
Job description
Department Design
Grade / Level G3A
Designation Senior Manager – Corporate Interiors & Workplace Design
Location Bangalore
Reporting To AVP – RE & Design
Role & Responsibilities
Be responsible for multiple corporate Interior Design projects in totality. Manage a team of designers, who will support the delivery of the designs as per the expectation of the client. Plan, interpret, organize, schedule, and manage design projects through all phases of development. Verify the BOQs prepared by Procurement team. Check GFCs and construction drawings before releasing to site. Oversee design development and establish and monitor budgets. Review the designs sent to the client for quality. Work closely with the project managers to support with any design changes required at the construction stage. Keeping up with the latest trends in the Real estate industry. Incorporate innovative ideas to ensure the allocated budget is under control for each project. Collaborate with senior management to understand the organization's real estate and workplace design requirements and objectives. Develop a strategic vision and long-term plan for corporate real estate and workplace design initiatives. Conduct market research and analysis to identify emerging trends and best practices in workplace design. Lead a team of designers, architects, and consultants to create inspiring and functional corporate real estate and workplace designs. Provide design direction, guidance, and feedback to ensure the team's work meets the company's standards and objectives. Foster a collaborative and innovative design culture within the team. Manage the entire design process, including initial concept development, space planning, interior design, and furniture selection. Establish project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure successful execution. Coordinate and manage external vendors, contractors, and consultants involved in the design and construction process. Engage with senior executives, department heads, and employees to understand their needs and preferences for the workplace environment. Build strong relationships with external partners, such as contractors, and furniture suppliers, to ensure smooth collaboration and project delivery. Ensure compliance with local building codes, regulations, and health and safety standards. Integrate sustainable design principles into corporate real estate projects, promoting energy efficiency, waste reduction, and environmental responsibility.
Skillset required
Knowledge of Design, Bylaws, codes, and standards, relevant to interior fitouts. Tech-savvy and have experience in successfully adopting digital and technology initiatives. Work in a fast-paced environment without compromising on quality and customer satisfaction. Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to guide and inspire the design team. Excellent project management abilities including budgeting, scheduling and resource allocation. Work well under pressure and independently without supervision Comfortable with traveling to handle design delivery for multiple projects across India. Software knowledge – AutoCAD, Revit (preferable), Microsoft Office Suite, Photoshop
Experience (Years) required
8-12 years of experience in Corporate/Commercial/workplace interior fit-out projects.
Qualification
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture / Master’s degree in Architecture Licensure from Council of Architecture - India
