Sr. Interior design Engineer

Project Overview:

This landmark heritage development in Riyadh forms part of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 initiative and is designed to achieve Gold LEED certification. The project comprises mixed-use buildings, educational academies, a traditional Najdi-style mosque, a digital art museum, and a signature mud-brick cinema supported by underground parking. It blends authentic cultural architecture with modern functionality and sustainability, creating a unique and immersive environment.

Job Summary:

The Senior Interior Designer will play a key role within the Construction Supervision Consultant (CSC) team—comprising more than 80 multidisciplinary site professionals. Reporting to the PMC and Client representatives, you will oversee the review, coordination, and supervision of all interior elements throughout the construction phase. This role requires strong technical expertise, design sensitivity, and a deep understanding of materials, finishes, and cultural aesthetics, ensuring all interior works align with approved IFC documents, project specifications, and the Client’s design intent.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design Review & Compliance:

Review and validate interior design shop drawings, materials, samples, and mock-ups to ensure full alignment with approved IFC drawings, project specifications, Najdi heritage guidelines, and LEED standards. Provide technical recommendations and ensure adherence to the intended design quality.

• Design Integrity & Aesthetic Oversight:

Safeguard the heritage-driven interior aesthetic throughout execution. Ensure traditional Najdi elements, sustainability considerations, and modern functional requirements are integrated and respected during implementation.

• Stakeholder Communication:

Maintain clear communication with the PMC, Client, architects, and engineering teams. Provide regular updates, participate in progress meetings, and proactively highlight design-related issues that may impact schedule, quality, or cost.

• Documentation & Reporting:

Prepare detailed site reports, NCRs, inspection comments, and design review feedback. Track progress of interior activities and ensure all revisions, clarifications, and approvals are documented and communicated through formal channels.

• Team Collaboration:

Work closely with the broader CSC team to support interdisciplinary coordination. Provide guidance and support to junior designers and inspectors to maintain consistent design oversight across all project zones.

Key Qualifications:

• Educational Background:

Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field. A master’s degree or specialization in heritage or sustainable design is an advantage.

• Professional Experience:

Minimum of 12–15 years of experience in supervising large-scale interior design or fit-out works, with at least 5 years in the GCC. Demonstrated experience on heritage, cultural, or high-profile projects with a strong emphasis on interior detailing and finish quality.

• Technical Skills:

Strong knowledge of interior finishes, materials, joinery, lighting coordination, and sustainable design practices. Proficient in reviewing drawings and shop drawings using AutoCAD, Revit, and common project management platforms. Familiarity with LEED guidelines and construction supervision processes is essential.

• Soft Skills:

Excellent communication skills in English, analytical thinking, and site coordination abilities. Strong attention to detail, with the ability to resolve technical issues efficiently. A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.