Senior Interior Designer

Role Overview:

The Senior Interior Designer will lead the creative development, design detailing, and execution of residential and commercial interior projects from concept to completion. This role demands a deep design sensibility, strong project management skills, and the ability to translate client aspirations into elegant, functional, and timeless spaces aligned with the design ethos of VCJ Designs.

Role & responsibilities:

1. Concept Development & Design Creation

• Develop design concepts, mood boards, and presentations in alignment with the Principal Designer's vision and project brief.
• Conduct site analysis and space planning to optimise layouts for functionality and aesthetics.
• Select materials, finishes, fabrics, and furnishings that define the visual and tactile identity of the project.
• Ensure that every design embodies VCJ Designs refined, detail-oriented, and contemporary design language.

2. Design Detailing & Technical Drawings

• Prepare and review detailed drawings in AutoCAD, including GFC (Good For Construction) sets, joinery details, lighting plans, and material specifications.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and consultants for technical inputs and feasibility.
• Oversee sample approvals and mock-ups to ensure design integrity on-site.

3, Project Coordination & Timelines

• Create project schedules, milestone timelines, and deliverable trackers for each project phase.
• Coordinate seamlessly between the design team, site supervisors, vendors, and clients to ensure timely progress.
• Conduct periodic site visits to monitor execution and ensure design accuracy and finish quality.

4. Client & Vendor Interaction

• Lead client presentations, articulate design intent clearly, and manage design revisions based on feedback.
• Liaise with vendors and suppliers for material sourcing, pricing, and procurement timelines.
• Maintain relationships with craftsmen, fabricators, and material partners to ensure consistent quality and innovation.

5. Team Leadership & Quality Control

• Guide junior designers and draftsmen on project tasks, ensuring accuracy and consistency in drawings and presentations.
• Maintain design documentation, material libraries, and finish schedules.
• Ensure that all deliverables adhere to brand standards, deadlines, and quality benchmarks.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Interior Design or Architecture. 5 years of professional experience in residential and commercial interiors (luxury segment preferred).
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, and MS Office.
• Excellent understanding of materials, detailing, and on-site execution processes.
• Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously from concept to handover.
• Strong design presentation, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to develop timelines, deliverables, and workflow plans independently.

Personal Attributes:

• Design-driven, meticulous, and quality-focused.
• Strong aesthetic sense paired with practical site understanding.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership abilities.
• Proactive, solution-oriented, and adaptable in a fast-paced project environment.
• Deep appreciation for craftsmanship, detailing, and client experience- core to VCJ Designs philosophy.