Senior Interior Designer / Design Manager

About KR+D KR+D, a subsidiary of Kingsmen Creatives Ltd, creates meaningful experiences through design. From corporate workplaces and retail environments to experiential and branded spaces, we bring concepts to life by blending creativity, design, and project delivery excellence. We are looking for a proactive and design-focused Senior Interior Designer / Design Manager to join our team. This role is ideal for someone with a background in interior design, architecture, or spatial design who enjoys coordinating multidisciplinary teams, engaging with clients, and ensuring great design is successfully delivered from concept through completion. A Day in the Life Design Coordination & Client Management • Understand client objectives and translate them into clear project and design briefs. • Act as the primary liaison between clients and internal design teams throughout the project lifecycle. • Coordinate design reviews, presentations, and stakeholder discussions to ensure alignment and timely decision-making. • Manage client expectations and communicate project updates effectively. • Facilitate collaboration between designers, consultants, contractors, and project stakeholders. Site Coordination & Construction Support • Provide design-oriented solutions when unexpected site challenges arise. • Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and design implementation. • Work closely with contractors and consultants to resolve site-related issues. • Support testing, commissioning, inspections, and project handover activities. • Ensure final execution reflects the approved design intent and quality standards. Design Leadership & Brand Assurance • Ensure design intent is maintained throughout the project delivery process. • Review and coordinate design submissions, consultant drawings, and contractor shop drawings for compliance with approved design requirements. • Verify that client and brand comments are accurately incorporated into design documentation. • Identify potential constructability issues early and work closely with project teams to resolve them. • Champion design quality and consistency across all project stages. Project Planning & Delivery • Develop and manage project schedules, milestones, and deliverables. • Coordinate internal and external resources to ensure smooth project execution. • Monitor project budgets, timelines, and risks. • Lead project meetings, prepare meeting records, and follow through on action items. • Manage change requests and ensure alignment between client expectations and project delivery. Procurement & Tender Support • Support consultant selection and tendering processes. • Evaluate submissions and provide recommendations based on design, technical, and commercial considerations. • Respond to design-related technical queries during procurement and construction phases. What We're Looking For Qualifications • Diploma or Degree in: Interior Design, Architecture, Environmental Design, Spatial Design, Retail Design, Or a related discipline Experience • 1 to 3 years of relevant experience in design management, interior design, workplace design, retail design, hospitality design, architecture, or project coordination. • Candidates with strong design coordination experience who are looking to transition into a project management role are encouraged to apply. • Experience working on commercial, workplace, hospitality, retail, or experiential projects is advantageous. Technical Skills • Familiarity with design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, or similar platforms. • Understanding of design documentation, construction drawings, and consultant coordination. • Familiarity with project scheduling tools such as MS Project is advantageous. • Knowledge of BIM workflows is a plus. What Will Make You Successful • Strong appreciation for good design and attention to detail. • Ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and manage competing priorities. • Comfortable reviewing drawings and ensuring design intent is maintained. • Strong communication and presentation skills. • Positive, proactive, and solution-oriented mindset. • Curious, willing to learn, and eager to take ownership of projects. • Ability to balance design quality with project timelines, budgets, and technical requirements. Why Join KR+D? • Work on high-profile commercial, retail, hospitality, and experiential projects. • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of designers, strategists, and project professionals. • Gain exposure to regional and international projects. • Be part of a design-led organisation where creativity and project delivery go hand in hand. • Build a rewarding career within the Kingsmen Group.