Job Description

Position Responsibilities

Primary Job Responsibilities:

1. Design Development & Documentation

• Develop and deliver comprehensive design documentation in a timely manner, including layout plans, 3D perspectives,detailed drawings, material selections, furniture, equipment, and technical specifications for new outlet openings, revamps,flagship or themed outlets, and ZUS Signature outlets.

• Prepare tender drawings for secured sites and develop hoarding visuals when required per project.

2. Cross-functional & External Coordination

• Collaborate closely with internal teams (Fit-Out, QS) and key stakeholders (Operations, Marketing, Brand), as well as externalparties (Architects, Consultants, Contractors, Suppliers) to ensure design feasibility, accuracy, and buildability.

3. Site & Construction Support

• Provide active support during construction and fit-out phases by resolving design-related site issues, addressingdiscrepancies, and managing last-minute changes when necessary

.4. Design Standards, Compliance & Optimization

• Ensure all design deliverables comply with brand standards, operational requirements, site-specific conditions, and relevantlocal regulations (e.g., mall and authority guidelines)

.• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of internal design manuals, standard templates, and detaillibraries to maintain consistency and efficiency across projects.

• Drive design optimization initiatives to improve cost-efficiency and constructability without compromising brand identity ordesign intent.

5. Ad-hoc Duties

• Undertake additional design-related responsibilities as assigned by the superior or management.

6. Quality Control of Submissions

• Review and ensure all drawings and documents meet required visual, technical, and formatting standards prior to issuance.

7. Documentation Support

• Maintain and organize up-to-date drawing sets, standard templates, and design guideline documents across all projects.

• Provide administrative support in managing departmental files, ensuring proper documentation control and accessibility.

8. Design Innovation & Stakeholder Liaison

• Proactively introduce and evaluate new materials, finishes, and design solutions to enhance aesthetics, functionality, and costefficiency.
• Support coordination with internal stakeholders and external parties (e.g., suppliers, contractors) on design-related matters,including sample sourcing and minor negotiations.

Job Requirements

Qualification & Requirements

• Diploma / Degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or equivalent. 
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in retail / F&B / commercial interior design
• Proven ability to produce full design documentation sets, from layout plans, 3D visuals, to technical and detailed drawings.
• Experience in design & build environments or fast-paced rollout projects is highly preferred.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Photoshop / Adobe Illustrator, and renderingtools such as Enscape
• Strong understanding of materials, finishes, construction methods, and overall buildability.
• Well-versed in design documentation standards, submission requirements, and cross-functional coordination processes.
• Ability to interpret and coordinate drawings from consultants, including M&E (Mechanical & Electrical), C&S (Civil &Structural), and Architects.
• Strong project coordination, multitasking, and time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Results-driven and committed to meeting deadlines in fast-paced, high-pressureenvironments.
• Detail-oriented and well-organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively liaise with internal teams and externalstakeholders.
• Proactive with a strong sense of ownership and accountability in delivering assigned responsibilities.• Adaptable and flexible in responding to evolving project requirements and tight timelines

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