Design Coordinator

Job description

**Role & responsibilities** The Design Coordinator is responsible for managing and coordinating all architectural, interior design, structural, MEP (Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing), landscaping, and specialty consultant designs for hotel development projects. The role ensures that designs are fully integrated, compliant with hotel brand standards, technically feasible, cost-effective, and delivered within project timelines. Key Responsibilities Design Management & Coordination - Coordinate design development activities across architects, interior designers, structural engineers, MEP consultants, and specialty consultants. - Review design submissions for completeness, consistency, and compliance with project requirements. - Ensure seamless integration of all design disciplines. - Facilitate design coordination meetings and maintain action trackers. Hotel Brand Compliance - Ensure designs comply with hotel operator brand standards and guidelines. - Coordinate reviews with hotel operators and management teams. - Incorporate operational requirements into design development. Design Review & Technical Evaluation - Review drawings, specifications, and technical documents. - Identify design clashes and coordinate resolution among consultants. - Evaluate constructability, maintainability, and operational efficiency of proposed designs. - Coordinate value engineering initiatives to optimize project costs. Stakeholder Coordination - Liaise with project management teams, consultants, contractors, hotel operators, and client representatives. - Manage communication and approvals related to design submissions. - Present design updates and progress reports to stakeholders. Regulatory Compliance - Ensure designs comply with local building codes, fire & life safety requirements, accessibility standards, and statutory regulations. - Coordinate submission of drawings for government approvals and permits. Design Documentation Control - Maintain design registers and drawing logs. - Monitor design deliverables against project schedules. - Ensure proper revision control and document management. Construction Support - Provide technical support during construction. - Review RFIs (Requests for Information), shop drawings, material submissions, and mock-ups. - Coordinate resolution of site-related design issues. - Participate in site inspections and progress reviews. Risk & Quality Management - Identify design risks and implement mitigation plans. - Ensure adherence to quality standards throughout the design process. - Monitor consultant performance and design quality. Required Qualifications - Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Interior Design, Construction Management, or related field. - Master's Degree is an added advantage. - Professional registration/licensure preferred. Experience Requirements - 5-10 years of experience in design coordination, architecture, engineering, or hospitality development projects. - Experience in hotel, resort, mixed-use, luxury residential, or commercial projects preferred. - Experience working with international hotel brands is an advantage. Key Skills & Competencies Technical Skills - Architectural and Interior Design Coordination - MEP and Structural Design Understanding - Reviewing Construction Drawings - Building Codes and Regulatory Compliance - Value Engineering - Design Quality Control Software Skills - AutoCAD - Revit / BIM - Navisworks - SketchUp - MS Project - Microsoft Office Suite Behavioral Competencies - Strong Communication Skills - Stakeholder Management - Problem Solving - Attention to Detail - Planning and Organization - Negotiation and Conflict Resolution - Team Collaboration Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) - Timely completion of design deliverables. - Number of design clashes resolved before construction. - Compliance with hotel brand standards. - Accuracy and quality of design documentation. - Reduction in construction-stage design changes. - Timely statutory approvals. - Stakeholder satisfaction with design coordination processes. Preferred Hospitality Project Exposure - Luxury Hotels - Business Hotels - Resorts - Serviced Apartments - Convention & Conference Centers - Mixed-Use Hospitality Developments **J** Hotels, Real Estate Development, Construction & Design Consulting