Manager/Senior Manager, Hospitality Planning & Development (Interior Design)

Job Responsibilities

Interior Design Review & Coordination

• Review interior design proposals and drawings from external consultants.
• Identify areas for refinement and enhancements
• Support executive walkthroughs and capture design feedback in real time.
• Engage with external interior design consultants to implement changes.
• Lead partial redesign and act as an in-house design service where required.
• Review and provide feedback on project design documents, including Concept, SD and DD stages.

FF&E, OS&E Design & Development

• Provide creative input on product selection and material compatibility.
• Review floor plans and develop installation strategies.
• Review FF&E / OS&E creative proposals and provide informed input.
• Design bespoke FF&E / OS&E where required.
• Manage the development process from concept through to sampling.
• Support staging and placement of OSE within the environment.

Specification & Documentation

• Create conceptual sketches, renderings and layouts as required on A&A projects.
• Create and maintain detailed specification trackers for FF&E and OSE (critical responsibility).
• Ensure accuracy and clarity of materials, finishes, and dimensions.
• Track sample status and approvals.

Reporting & Risk Management

• Provide clear, structured updates to Management
• Identify risks to design intent, timelines, or quality early.
• Propose practical solutions to mitigate risks.
• Maintain transparency across all project activities.

Job Requirements

Education & Certification

• Diploma or Bachelor's in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Architecture, or related Built Environment discipline.

Experience

• 3-7+ years in hospitality interior design, FF&E, or high-end residential/commercial projects.

Other Prerequisites

• Highly independent and self-directed.
• Detail-oriented with strong design judgment.
• Calm and responsive in fast-moving environments.
• Strong communication skills with both creative and operational teams.
• Comfortable working directly with executive stakeholders.