Project Lead/Incharge - Interiors

Job Description Project Lead, Interior Execution

Job Title: Project Lead Interior Execution
Industry: Hospitality / Luxury Hotels / Interior Fit-Out
Department: Projects / Design & Construction
Location: As per Project Requirement
Reporting To: Project Head / Head Projects / Design Director

Job Purpose

The Project Lead Interior Execution will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing all interior Design Execution work for a luxury Residential project. The role involves ensuring high-quality execution in line with approved designs, brand standards, project timelines, budgets, and quality requirements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Planning & Execution

• Lead the end-to-end execution of interior fit-out works for Residential projects.
• Develop and monitor detailed project execution plans, schedules, and milestones.
• Ensure timely completion of all interior works within approved budgets and quality standards.
• Coordinate site activities from mobilization to final handover.

2. Design & Consultant Coordination

• Coordinate closely with Interior Designers, Architects, MEP Consultants, and other stakeholders.
• Review IFC drawings, shop drawings, material submittals, and technical specifications.
• Identify design gaps and execution challenges and propose practical solutions.
• Ensure site execution aligns with the approved luxury hotel design concept and brand standards.

3. Site & Contractor Management

• Lead and coordinate interior contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers.
• Monitor manpower deployment and productivity at the site.
• Conduct regular site inspections and progress review meetings.
• Ensure contractors adhere to project schedules and quality requirements.

4. Quality Control

• Establish and maintain high standards of workmanship suitable for a 5-star hospitality environment.
• Conduct regular quality inspections and snagging activities.
• Ensure timely rectification of defects and non-conformities.
• Monitor mock-ups and sample approvals before large-scale execution.

5. Material & Procurement Coordination

• Coordinate with procurement teams for timely availability of materials.
• Review and approve samples, finishes, fixtures, and interior materials.
• Track long-lead items and ensure timely delivery to the project site.
• Ensure materials meet approved specifications and luxury brand standards.

6. Budget & Cost Management

• Monitor project costs against approved budgets.
• Review contractor bills and work completion status.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or design intent.
• Manage variations and additional work requirements.

7. Stakeholder Management

• Act as a key coordination point between management, consultants, designers, contractors, and hotel operations teams.
• Provide regular project updates to senior management.
• Manage client expectations and ensure timely resolution of project-related issues.

8. Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all site activities comply with applicable safety regulations.
• Maintain adherence to statutory requirements and project policies.
• Ensure proper documentation and site records are maintained.

9. Project Handover

• Lead pre-handover inspections and snagging activities.
• Ensure completion of all pending works before final handover.
• Coordinate with hotel operations and facilities teams for a smooth transition.
• Ensure submission of as-built drawings, warranties, manuals, and project documentation.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree / Diploma in Interior Design, Architecture, Civil Engineering, or a related field.

Experience:

• 1015 years of relevant experience in Interior Fit-Out and Project Execution.
• Experience in luxury hotels, 5-star hotels, premium hospitality, resorts, or high-end residential projects is highly preferred.
• Proven experience in managing large-scale interior execution projects.