Lead Interior Architect – Technical & Commercial Lead

About the role

We are seeking a Lead Interior Architect to provide technical oversight, design review and commercial support for our interior design studio in Dar es Salaam. This senior position focuses on preventing costly mistakes by scrutinising drawings, specifications and supplier proposals before they reach the client.

Key responsibilities

• Lead technical reviews of design drawings prior to client submission.
• Check construction details, specifications and documentation for accuracy.
• Coordinate technical inputs across design and project teams.
• Evaluate supplier quotations, materials and technical specifications.
• Assist in preparing commercial proposals, BOQs and RFP responses.
• Ensure project documentation is complete, coordinated and ready for execution.
• Provide technical guidance to the interior design team throughout project delivery.
• Maintain high standards of quality and construction documentation.

Required profile

• Degree in Architecture or related discipline.
• Extensive experience in architecture, construction or project delivery.
• Strong understanding of construction documentation and detailing.
• Ability to interpret, review and critique technical drawings.
• Excellent knowledge of construction materials and specifications.
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Experience mentoring technical teams and improving design quality.

Required skills

• AutoCAD
• Revit (advantageous)