Lead technical designer

Who We Are Space Matrix is a leading ‘Workplace Design and Build’ consultancy that specializes in creating innovative, sustainable, and human-centric work environments. SMG aims to revolutionise the interior design industry by pioneering DesignTech and offering innovative interior design and building design solutions that cater to the workplace, hospitality, residential, and commercial sectors.

Established in 2001 and headquartered in Singapore, we have a strong presence across APAC and beyond, we have more than 600 employees across 16 offices. We are a proud Great Place to Work certified company 7 years in a row.

Please visit www.spacematrix.com to learn more.

About The Role We are seeking an experienced and visionary leader to serve as the Lead of Technical Design for Workspace Interiors , responsible for driving the standardization, analysis, and alignment of design practices across India. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in workspace design, technical standards, and project execution, ensuring consistent design quality and excellence across all projects nationwide.

What You Will Do

• Design Standardization & Governance
• Develop, implement, and maintain uniform technical design standards for workspace interiors across India, ensuring alignment with global best practices and organizational goals.
• Oversee the creation and continuous improvement of design guidelines, ensuring adherence to ergonomics, sustainability, safety, and building codes.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to maintain consistency in design language and quality across all regions.
• Technical Analysis & Quality Control
• Conduct regular audits and reviews of workspace interior designs to ensure alignment with defined technical standards.
• Analyze design workflows, identify inefficiencies, and implement innovative solutions to optimize project delivery timelines and costs.
• Stay updated on industry trends, technologies, and materials to incorporate state-of-the-art design elements into projects.
• Pan-India Coordination
• Collaborate with cross-functional design teams in multiple regions, ensuring smooth coordination between regional design teams, architects, consultants, and project managers.
• Act as the single point of contact for resolving technical design challenges and ensuring seamless communication across all stakeholders.
• Drive consistent implementation of standards across all projects, regardless of regional variations or client requirements.
• Training & Development
• Mentor and guide design teams across the country, fostering a culture of innovation, technical excellence, and adherence to standards.
• Conduct workshops and training programs to keep the team updated on evolving design trends, tools, and standards.
• Reporting & Documentation
• Provide periodic reports to leadership on design compliance, project quality, and performance metrics.

Key Attributes

• Visionary leader with a keen eye for detail and design aesthetics.
• Proactive problem-solver capable of handling complex, large-scale projects.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with internal teams and external partners.
• Passionate about creating functional, innovative, and consistent workspaces that enhance employee experiences.

Ideal Candidate

• Education: Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or related fields.

• Experience: Minimum of 12-15 years of experience in technical design, workspace interiors, or a related field, with a focus on pan-India projects and team management.

• Skills:

• Expertise in workspace interior design, technical drawing standards, and construction detailing.

• Strong understanding of building codes, safety regulations, and sustainability practices.

• Excellent leadership, project management, and communication skills.

• Proficiency in design tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, and project management tools.