Design Assistant Manager

About the role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Architect / Interior Designer to take ownership of the visual integrity and aesthetic upkeep of our development. Unlike a traditional construction-phase role, this position focuses on the continuous curation, styling, and maintenance of the property post-build. You will serve as the guardian of the development's design language—ensuring that all interior spaces, tropical landscapes, and exterior site conditions consistently reflect a standard of quiet luxury and cohesive design.

Key responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Interior Design Styling & Upkeep

• Visual Curation: Regularly audit and style common areas, pavilions, and model units to ensure they maintain an elevated, welcoming atmosphere.
• Material Maintenance: Oversee the care and preservation of high-end finishes, such as unfilled travertine, natural stone surfaces, and custom woodwork, coordinating with maintenance teams on proper cleaning and restoration protocols.
• FF&E Management: Manage the repair, reupholstery, or replacement of furniture, fixtures, and equipment to prevent visual wear and tear.

Landscape & Exterior Aesthetics

• Tropical Landscape Oversight: Monitor the health, density, and visual appeal of outdoor spaces, working closely with groundskeepers to maintain lush tropical planting and hardscapes.
• Aesthetic Integration: Ensure functional site elements (such as air-conditioning units, utilities, and back-of-house areas) remain properly concealed through structural integration or strategic planting, such as tall rhapis hedges.
• Site Walkthroughs: Conduct daily/weekly site inspections to identify and immediately address any visual discrepancies, lighting burnouts, or architectural degradation.

Design Coordination & Vendor Management

• Brand Guardianship: Act as the final approver for any minor site modifications, seasonal decor installations, or signage updates to ensure they align with the development’s core aesthetic.
• Contractor Collaboration: Source, brief, and manage specialty contractors, artisans, and landscapers for specific upkeep projects or aesthetic upgrades.
• Budgeting: Assist in forecasting the annual budget required for design maintenance, seasonal styling refreshes, and landscape replacements.

Education & Professional Licensing

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or a closely related spatial design field.
• Valid professional license / board passer in Architecture or Interior Design.

Work Experience & Industry Expertise

• Minimum of 7 years of combined experience in architectural/interior design, construction administration, and project delivery.
• Demonstrated track record within the residential and hospitality sectors.
• Strong familiarity with sustainability certification principles and sustainable design practices.

Software & Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in drafting, modeling, and BIM software: AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, and ArchiCAD.

Core Competencies & Soft Skills

• Proactive Problem-Solver: Self-directed with keen attention to detail and spatial observation.
• Cross-Functional Communicator: Skilled at translating technical design standards and guidelines into actionable instructions for maintenance, facilities, and site staff.