Hyphenconnect

Lead Interior Designer (Residential / Commercial)

Singapore Full Time

About the Role

Seeking an experienced Lead Interior Designer to oversee design execution, client relationships, and project teams across commercial (F&B, office, clinic) and high-end residential projects. This role requires strong creative leadership, business awareness, and hands-on delivery capability.

Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end design development (concept → technical → delivery)

  • Prepare high-quality presentations, mood boards, and design proposals

  • Manage junior / associate designers and external vendors

  • Handle project pricing, budgeting, and FF&E planning

  • Communicate directly with clients and ensure project success

  • Commercial projects: support business development activities

  • Residential/custom build: manage client engagement and project coordination

  • Ensure high design standards & project quality

Requirements

  • 3+ years experience in interior design (commercial or luxury residential preferred)

  • Strong portfolio demonstrating both concept & execution skills

  • Experience leading design team or projects

  • Proficient in design tools (AutoCAD / SketchUp / Adobe / equivalents)

  • Strong communication and client-facing ability

  • Able to operate in a fast-paced creative environment