
Senior Interior Designer
TGP International
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Cairo • Egypt
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About the role
- Leading multiple F&B projects in the UK and abroad and be a ‘design expert’ within the team.
- Upholding the highest standards in project delivery and adhering to established processes, frameworks and reviews across the studio.
- Identifying what success, quality and design integrity looks like on projects and implementing action plans to improve or maintain these.
- Being considerate of the timeframes and deliverables of all interiors projects.
- Sometimes assisting with fee proposals and budgeting to allow maximum quality to always be delivered and have a commercial mindset to mind efficiency across the projects.
- Mentor and train junior designers and midweight designers. Check they are all fully engaged on projects and provide support and training where needed.
- Motivate the team and inspire a creative and collaborative culture to create soulful spaces that really connect with people through attention to detail.
- Developing strong concepts that have clear core ideas and rationale.
- Developing narratives and storytelling moments that engage people.
- Creating palettes and sourcing materials for design projects.
- Creating layouts and spatial design that focus on the guest experience.
- Developing joinery details that suit the project needs or developing highly detailed FF&E, art and accessories specifications.
- Reviewing detailed drawing packages and Finishes and FF&E Specifications, complete with technical requirements.
- Sharing technical skills and firsthand experience in design and project execution with the team.
- Inviting suppliers and consultant to present to the team to build knowledge on materials.
- Oversee project budgets.
- On-site meetings and virtual meetings.
- Liaising with consultants and contractors.
- Reporting into Design Director on projects.
- Often required to take a Project Lead role.
- Generate new business leads and promote the company at industry events.
Requirements
- Minimum 8 years varied and detailed experience working on restaurant, hospitality and/or retail projects or production/set design.
- Confident in designing and running their own projects under direction of the senior members of the team.
- An all-round designer who has experience of working on projects from concept to completion.
- Creativity, flair and passion for great quality interior design.
- Able to share your passion for design and motivate others.
- Organised and efficient and used to working to deadlines.
- Excellent presentation skills and interpersonal skills.
- Autonomous and self-motivated.
- Highly professional and pro-active to find solutions to challenges that arise.
- Highly collaborative and adaptable, keen to work as part of a team.
- Strong technical skills with the ability to create detailed drawing packages.
- Experience producing detailed FF&E specification with costings, materials, finishes and schedules.
- Must be proficient in Autocad, Photoshop and SketchUp.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft applications and producing client presentations.
- Professional Degree from an accredited university.
- Proficiency in the following is desirable but not essential: Adobe Suite, Autocad, Sketch-up, Powerpoint, Microsoft Office.
Benefits
- Five-Day Work Week: Standard Monday to Friday schedule.
- Hybrid Work Arrangement: Three days in the office and two days working remotely.
- Incentive Plan: Company incentive scheme offering up to 10%—5% for introductions and 5% for successful closures.
- Annual Leave: 22 working days of paid annual leave, excluding weekends.
- Remote Work Flexibility: One additional week per year to work remotely from your home country, which can be combined with up to two consecutive weeks of annual leave.
- Coaching & Mentoring: Structured professional development through a dedicated coaching and mentoring program.
- Annual Company Gathering: A global team event bringing together employees from all offices.
- Employee Recognition Program: Regular recognition initiatives celebrating outstanding performance and contributions.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
interior designproject managementdetailed drawing packagesFF&E specificationcostingmaterials sourcingspatial designnarrative developmentjoinery detailsdesign execution
Soft Skills
creativityleadershipmotivationorganizationpresentation skillsinterpersonal skillsautonomycollaborationadaptabilityproblem-solving
Certifications
Professional Degree