Technical, Design and Commercial Lead

About the role

Our interior design studio in Dar es Salaam is seeking a seasoned professional to lead technical reviews, design quality, and commercial support across our project portfolio. This senior position focuses on preventing costly errors by scrutinising drawings, specifications and supplier proposals before they reach the client.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct technical reviews of design drawings prior to client submission.
• Validate construction details, specifications and documentation for accuracy.
• Coordinate technical inputs across design and project teams.
• Assess 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 delivery.
• Maintain high standards of quality and construction documentation.

Required profile

• Degree in Architecture or a 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.
• Proven ability to mentor technical teams and improve design quality.

Required skills

• AutoCAD (knowledge)
• Revit (knowledge)