Deputy General Manager / General Manager (Design)

Role Overview

Deputy General Manager / General Manager Design (India)

hands-on design conceptualization, client engagement, and project delivery excellence

Key Responsibilities

Design Execution & Delivery

• Independently handle design mandates for large-scale commercial interior projects.
• Develop space plans, layouts, and design concepts aligned with client needs and brand ethos.
• Create and deliver design presentations, mood boards, and visualization outputs.
• Ensure high design quality, functionality, and innovation in all deliverables.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Work directly with clients, including CXOs and senior leadership, to understand requirements and present design solutions.
• Collaborate with business development teams during pitches to provide strong design-led perspectives.
• Act as the key design representative for assigned projects in client meetings.

Collaboration & Support

• Partner with execution, procurement, and estimation teams to ensure seamless translation of design intent into delivery.
• Utilize Cos proprietary VR technology to enhance design visualization and client experience.
• Support the AVP – Design and leadership team in driving design excellence and maintaining brand standards.

Strategic Contribution

• Keep abreast of workplace design trends, sustainability practices, and emerging tools.
• Contribute to design innovation and the evolution of Co ’ design processes.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or related field.
• 8–12 years of professional experience in commercial/workplace interior design.
• Strong portfolio of independently handled large-scale corporate/commercial projects.
• Excellent design software proficiency (AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit, VR tools preferred).
• Strong communication, presentation, and client interaction skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, balancing creativity with practical execution.

Preferred Attributes

• Prior experience with leading design or design-build firms.
• Familiarity with sustainability and green building certifications (LEED, WELL, IGBC).
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to own and lead design mandates in a fast-growing, tech-driven environment.
• Exposure to cutting-edge VR-based design tools and marquee clients.
• Competitive compensation with performance incentives.
• Entrepreneurial and collaborative work culture with high individual ownership.