Job Description
Roles & Responsibilities
We are looking for a talented and detail-driven FF&E Designer to join our interior design team in Dubai. The role is focused on sourcing, production, and documentation of FF&E and interior finishes across a diverse portfolio of commercial, hospitality, and high-end residential projects. Working under the direction of project team leaders, the successful candidate will play a key hands-on role in delivering beautifully coordinated interiors from concept through to site installation. The ideal candidate must bring strong creative and communication skills and thrive under tight project deadlines.
Role Focus & Key Responsibilities
FF&E Sourcing & Specification
– Research, source, and specify furniture, fixtures, fittings, lighting, soft furnishings, decorative accessories, artwork, and equipment aligned with the approved design concept and client brief.
– Develop and maintain comprehensive FF&E schedules and specification documents including item descriptions, finishes, dimensions, quantities, and supplier/manufacturer references.
– Build and manage an up-to-date supplier and product library, fabric sample boards, and finish material libraries.
– Obtain product quotations, lead times, and technical data sheets from suppliers and manufacturers.
– Review and approve product samples, mock-ups, and factory sign-off submissions to ensure conformance with design intent.
Documentation & Drawing Production
– Prepare furniture layout plans, furnishing arrangement drawings, and installation details using AutoCAD.
– Produce detailed FF&E specifications, control sample schedules, finish boards, and procurement packages.
– Prepare and maintain FF&E budgets, procurement trackers, and delivery status reports throughout the project lifecycle.
– Compile and issue complete FF&E close-out documentation and handover packages.
– Develop visual presentations, mood boards, and concept collages using Photoshop and SketchUp for client presentations and design review meetings.
Site Coordination & Fit-Out Support
– Coordinate with site teams, fit-out contractors, and installation teams to ensure FF&E is delivered, positioned, and installed per the approved drawings and specifications.
– Conduct regular site visits to inspect FF&E installation quality, finish accuracy, and overall design intent.
– Manage the FF&E snagging and de-snagging process, ensuring all defects and punch list items are resolved prior to project handover.
– Liaise with architects, MEP engineers, and construction teams to coordinate FF&E integration with architectural finishes and services.
– Track and manage FF&E delivery schedules, coordinating with logistics and warehouse teams.
Project Coordination & Communication
– Work closely under the direction of the project team leader, contributing to all stages of the FF&E design and delivery process.
– Attend client meetings, design reviews, and site progress meetings, presenting FF&E proposals and responding to queries.
– Coordinate with procurement and commercial teams to evaluate supplier quotations and manage order placement.
– Maintain clear and professional communication with clients, suppliers, consultants, and site teams.