On-site Interior Design Project Manager

On-site Interior Design Project Manager (contract) at HBA/Hirsch Bedner Associates

We are looking for a Project Manager to base on-site for our Maldivian resort project. The role reports to our London office and is a contract position starting from mid November to end of 2026.

• Main point of contact and representative of HBA for the Client, Project Manager and Contractors for the Maldivian Resort project
• Review and comment on RFIs relating to .
• Review and comment on contractors' material and shop drawing submittals ensuring compliance with project specifications.
• Lead all related Interior fit‑out technical and design aspects of the project and coordinate with Architects and MEP engineers.
• Manage value engineering process, selection of alternative material equivalent to the specified in coordination with the HBA design team.
• Conduct site inspections ensuring the  is performed as per the approved material and drawings.
• Oversight of the full production process to ensure the highest quality standards are met.
• Conduct site supervision to resolve technical and design issues, ensuring the quality standards are met and the design intent is achieved.
• Conduct natural stone inspections of samples and dry lay ensuring compliance with function, quality, and design requirements.
• Oversee FFE package with the HBA design team
• Sample manufacturing inspection for custom furniture and custom carpet.
• Attend inspections to review on‑site and off‑site mock ups.
• Prepare snagging reports.
• Attend on‑site weekly progress meetings.
• Attend on‑site weekly technical meetings to solve s.
• Attend the day‑to‑day coordination workshops with different stakeholders of the project.
• Manage handover process, including snagging and final inspections, ensuring high‑quality delivery.
• Provide weekly internal reports.
• Be a team player.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Interior Design / related field
• 10+ years of experience in interior & FF&E design
• Hospitality project experience is compulsory
• Minimum 5 years of experience in similar on‑site position
• Strong technical design, project management & site‑supervision experience
• Fluent in English
• Excellent coordination and interpersonal skills to communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail.

Does this sound like you? If the answer is yes, simply send us your CV and design portfolio in PDF format.