Design Director

Director

Dubai

August 19, 2026

Application ends: November 16, 2026

Job Description

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field.
10+ years of relevant design experience.
Mandatory: Proven experience delivering high-end/luxury projects in the UAE.
Previous experience in a Design Director, Head of Design, Senior Design Manager, or similar senior role.
Strong portfolio of completed high-end/luxury projects demonstrating own design work, rather than projects they only managed or supervised.
Strong knowledge of FF&E, furniture, lighting, carpets, fabrics, finishes, and materials.
Experience working with furniture factories, manufacturers, suppliers, and workshops.
Experience with factory visits and production inspections is highly preferred.
Strong understanding of design drawings, specifications, shop drawings, and site execution.
Good knowledge of procurement, budgets, project costs, and lead times.
Strong leadership, communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.

RESPONSIBILITES

Lead the overall design direction and creative vision for high-end projects.
Manage interior design projects from concept through completion.
Review and approve design concepts, layouts, materials, finishes, furniture, lighting, carpets, and accessories.
Work closely with project, construction, and site teams to ensure the design is properly executed.
Conduct regular site visits to monitor design quality, materials, finishes, and workmanship.
Coordinate with interior, architectural, landscape, lighting, and other specialist consultants.
Review design drawings, technical packages, shop drawings, material samples, mock-ups, and prototypes.
Manage design changes, upgrades, and modifications while maintaining the original design intent.
Lead the selection and management of design consultants and negotiate consultancy fees where required.
Work closely with Procurement and QS teams on FF&E, budgets, costs, and long-lead items.
Source and approve furniture, lighting, carpets, fabrics, finishes, and other interior materials.
Coordinate directly with furniture manufacturers, suppliers, and workshops for bespoke and custom-made items.
Visit furniture factories and workshops to inspect production, materials, prototypes, finishes, and workmanship.
Resolve quality and production issues with suppliers and manufacturers.
Lead and mentor the design team and ensure timely delivery of design requirements.
Work with Sales and Marketing teams on show apartments, sales galleries, presentations, brochures, and other design materials.