Senior FF&E Designer

Overview

Lead FF&E design from concept to completion for luxury interiors in UAE.

Key Responsibilities

• site inspections
• ff&e schedules
• material approvals
• design development
• specification
• coordination

Tasks

The Senior FF&E Designer will be responsible for leading and delivering the full FF&E design scope for diverse interior projects within a consultancy environment. This includes concept creation, furniture and finishes selection, specification, and coordination with both internal design teams and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will bring a strong creative vision, technical expertise, and deep knowledge of the UAE and international suppliers to ensure the delivery of innovative, high-quality, and cost-effective design solutions that meet client expectations and project objectives. -Conduct site inspections to oversee FF&E installation and styling, ensuring design intent and quality standards are achieved. -Prepare comprehensive FF&E schedules, specification sheets, and procurement documentation. -Manage sample reviews, material approvals, and vendor presentations. -Mentor and guide junior FF&E designers and design assistants in developing design and technical documentation. -Maintain and update a library of materials, suppliers, and product references, with awareness of local and international market trends. -Lead the FF&E design development process from concept through completion for hospitality, corporate, and high-end residential projects. -Ensure all design work complies with client guidelines, sustainability standards, and project budgets. -Source and specify furniture, fabrics, finishes, lighting, artwork, and accessories based on functionality, aesthetics, and budget. -Coordinate with architectural, MEP, and design teams to ensure seamless integration of FF&E elements into the overall project design. -Collaborate with procurement agents, suppliers, and manufacturers to ensure all items meet design, quality, and delivery requirements. -Develop concept mood boards, material palettes, and presentation packages aligned with the overall design intent and client vision.

Requirements

• autocad
• sketchup
• ff&e
• 10+ years
• bachelor’s
• uae

What You Bring

-Strong understanding of luxury hospitality, corporate, and residential interiors. -Experience with five-star hospitality projects or high-end residential developments. -Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team. -Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, InDesign, Photoshop, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Office Suite; experience in FF&E specification software is an advantage. -Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail and accuracy. -Familiarity with local design standards, procurement practices, and sustainability requirements in the UAE market. -Excellent knowledge of UAE and international suppliers, manufacturers, and material sources. -Preferably living in UAE -Passion for design innovation, materials research, and emerging trends.no DC Construction experience need not to apply. -Knowledge of budgeting, value engineering, and procurement procedures. -Strong presentation, communication, and coordination skills. -Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Fine Arts, or a related field. -Minimum 10 years of experience in FF&E design, with at least 5 years in a consultancy or design firm in the UAE.

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