Senior Design Manager

Description

This role demands a strategic thinker and hands-on leader who can drive both creative design and technical execution across interior-focused projects with supporting architectural responsibilities . The Senior Design Architect will manage cross-functional teams, lead design development, and ensure project excellence from concept to completion.

• Prepare budget estimates and feasibility studies for upcoming projects.
• Lead conceptual and schematic design development for integrated interior projects
• Attend client meetings, support business development, and close sales for key design projects.
• Lead resource planning, team recruitment, and vendor evaluation processes.
• Lead a high-performing team in a collaborative, design-focused environment.
• Actively participate in material mock-up reviews, sample approvals, and vendor coordination.
• Communicate with clients to address escalations and ensure high satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee a multidisciplinary team, including designers, factory teams, and site coordinators.
• Review and approve detailed working drawings, execution details, and BOQs.
• Conduct site inspections to verify adherence to design intent, quality standards, and safety protocols.
• Establish and update internal design standards, guidelines, and documentation processes.
• Resolve on-site design and execution issues in collaboration with project managers and contractors.
• Work on top-tier projects across interiors and architecture.(BOTH COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL)
• Coordinate with external consultants (Project Architects, MEP, structural, landscape, etc.) to ensure integrated design delivery.
• Prepare project schedules, assign design tasks, and monitor workflows across design, production, and execution stages.
• Review, refine, and finalize design outputs to align with client vision, project feasibility, and execution standards.

Requirements

Experience : 8+yrs

If you're an experienced and creative Senior Design Manager ready to take on exciting design challenges, we would love to hear from you!

• Proficient in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Enscape, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong leadership, team, project & time management skills.
• Ability to manage clients, lead presentations, and handle escalations effectively.
• Excellent understanding of materials, finishes, detailing, and site coordination.
• B.Arch or M.Arch with 10+ years of overall experience and a minimum of 5+ years of specific experience in leading teams for high-end interior design and execution.
• Must be located in Hyderabad or willing to relocate.
• Proven expertise in both interior and architectural design (interiors-focused).
• A minimum of 10+ years of professional experience in residential & commercial interior design, with a strong portfolio of completed projects. Should have sound experience in handling the premium & luxury clients.

Benefits

CTC:₹8,00,000 – ₹10,00,000 per annum

• Competitive compensation and leadership growth opportunities.
• Opportunity to influence company standards, innovation, and creative direction.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance