Interior Design Manager

Rotana is one of the region’s leading hospitality management companies, with a growing portfolio of hotels and resorts across the Middle East, Africa, Eastern Europe and Türkiye.

Based at Rotana Corporate Office in Abu Dhabi, our Architecture & Design team plays an important role in shaping new hotel developments, conversions and renovation projects across the Rotana portfolio.

We are seeking an experienced, creative and technically strong Interior Design Manager to join our Architecture & Design team and contribute to the development of distinctive, functional and inspiring hospitality environments. As Interior Design Manager, you will support the review, development and delivery of interior design across Rotana’s portfolio, ensuring alignment with brand standards, operational requirements and guest experience objectives.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Review interior design submissions for new developments, conversions and renovation projects, from concept through detailed design and FF&E specifications.
• Assess design proposals against Rotana brand standards, operational requirements and approved design intent.
• Prepare and develop layouts, elevations, sections, joinery details, design presentations and other design solutions as required.
• Review materials, finishes, colours, fabrics, lighting, furniture and accessories for aesthetic quality, suitability, durability and maintainability.
• Monitor assigned projects and follow up on design submissions, actions and decisions.
• Collaborate closely with Architecture & Design, MEP, F&B, Operations, Development, Procurement and hotel teams.
• Participate in design workshops, meetings, site visits, sample approvals and mock-up inspections, locally and internationally.
• Support project handovers, final inspections, snagging and de-snagging to ensure the approved design intent is successfully delivered.
• Assist with design briefs, concepts, FF&E specifications and bills of quantities for renovation projects.
• Contribute to the continued development of Rotana’s Interior Design Standards and Guidelines.
• Keep up to date with hospitality design trends, materials, technologies and AI-powered design and visualisation tools.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture or a related discipline.
• Minimum 6 years of interior design experience, with hospitality design experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of interior design, space planning, FF&E, materials, finishes, lighting, furniture and joinery detailing.
• Ability to review and evaluate concepts, drawings, specifications and coordinated design packages.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of 3D visualisation and rendering tools would be advantageous.
• Awareness and practical use of AI-powered design, visualisation and productivity tools is a plus.
• Experience with hotel operators, hospitality design consultancies or international design practices is preferred.
• Site supervision and quality control experience would be advantageous.
• Strong communication, presentation and visual storytelling skills.
• Ability to coordinate and monitor multiple projects simultaneously.
• A creative, collaborative and flexible approach with a strong drive for quality and results.