Head Design

della townships

India

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Job Description

Job Description: Head – Design & Execution (Luxury Interiors)

Location: Lonavala, Maharashtra (On-site)

Reporting To: Head of Department (HOD)

Work Schedule: 6 days a week

Role Overview

The Head of Design & Execution (Interiors) is responsible for leading the end-to-end lifecycle of luxury interior projects across Della's hospitality, villa, and high-end residential portfolios. This role demands an expert balance of premium aesthetic sensibility and aggressive site execution. You will guide internal design teams and oversee on-site engineering, contracting, and vendor teams to deliver projects from concept mobilization to final handover, ensuring they meet Della's signature luxury brand standards.

Key Responsibilities

Design Management & Quality Control
Aesthetic Leadership: Lead and oversee the conceptualization, layouts, mood boards, material palettes, and 3D visualizations for high-end hospitality and villa interiors.
Technical Review: Strictly review working drawings, Bill of Quantities (BOQs), and technical specifications for accuracy, construction feasibility, and structural integrity.
Brand Standards: Ensure all designs align perfectly with Della's unique luxury identity while incorporating functional, durable elements required for heavy resort operations.
Site Execution & Project Management
End-to-End Mobilization: Drive site operations from initial layout marking and structural modifications up to final finishing and handover.
Timeline Accountability: Prepare, track, and enforce micro-schedules, project timelines, and deliverable tracking using project management software.
On-Site Supervision: Conduct frequent, hands-on site visits to monitor progress, supervise site engineers, and solve complex on-site execution challenges in real time.
Vendor, Procurement & Material Management

Job Expectations

Premium Sourcing: Collaborate directly with high-end luxury material suppliers and manufacturers across furniture, custom lighting, specialized hardware, and premium finishes.
Vendor Management: Identify, onboard, and manage specialized contractors, fabricators, and MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) consultants.
Quality Assurance: Conduct strict factory and workshop inspections to check the quality of custom workmanship and materials before they reach the site.
Budgeting & Financial Control
Cost Estimation: Draft comprehensive, precise project budgets and cost estimates.
Expense Control: Track ongoing project expenses, mitigate raw material wastage, and aggressively manage change orders or design variations to keep projects within approved budgets.
Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management
Cross-Functional Sync: Act as the primary point of contact between senior management, internal design studios, procurement, and on-site contractors.
Mentorship: Lead and upskill a dynamic team of interior designers, draughtsmen, site engineers, and project coordinators.

Candidate Requirements

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or Civil Engineering.
Experience: 8 to 15 years of rich experience specifically in luxury interior design and site execution. A strong portfolio showcasing high-end hospitality (5-star hotels/resorts), luxury villas, or premium townships is a must.

Technical & Soft Skills