Senior Deputy General Manager/General Manager - Creative Design Lead - Residential Real Estate (8-11 yrs)

Key Responsibilities:

1. Brand Design & Marketing Collateral:

- Ensure brand design alignment across all projects, maintaining a cohesive and premium identity.

- Develop and oversee the creation of marketing collateral, including brochures, presentations, digital assets, and advertisements, to represent projects effectively.

- Collaborate with the marketing team to conceptualize campaigns that highlight the lifestyle and value proposition of the properties.

2. Interior & Exterior Aesthetic Direction:

- Influence and guide the aesthetic direction of show units, marketing offices, and clubhouses to align with brand positioning and lifestyle appeal.

- Select materials, finishes, colour palettes, and furnishings that reflect the target market's preferences and elevate the customer experience.

- Work closely with interior designers, architects, and contractors to ensure quality execution.

3. Landscape Design & Public Spaces:

- Collaborate with landscape architects to create engaging and visually appealing outdoor spaces, including gardens, pathways, and communal areas.

- Contribute to the selection of plants, outdoor furniture, lighting, and materials that enhance the overall ambiance.

- Coordinate with landscape architects to create harmonious outdoor spaces that complement the built environment.

- Ensure that landscape designs align with overall project goals and enhance the user experience through thoughtful planning

4. Art, Sculptures, and Wayfinding:

- Curate art installations, sculptures, and design elements that resonate with the brand's identity and the project's narrative.

- Oversee the design and placement of wayfinding systems, ensuring functionality and aesthetic harmony with the property.

5. Design Detailing & Material Selection:

- Maintain a focus on design detailing, ensuring precision and excellence in all visual and tactile aspects of the projects.

- Select high-quality materials and finishes that align with the brand's premium positioning and ensure durability.

- Develop and lead the conceptualization of residential interiors, ensuring alignment with the company's vision

- Coordinate with the Design Leadership focused on defining and maintaining an on-brand project aesthetic appropriate to the market, neighborhood and program

- Developing a Handbook with Standards pertaining to the different categories

- Oversee the creative direction of residential projects, ensuring innovative and sustainable design solutions.

- Translate client briefs into high-quality design concepts that combine functionality, aesthetics, and client satisfaction.

- Present design ideas to internal and external stakeholders, including senior leadership, clients, and project collaborators.

- Conduct thorough research and analysis to select materials that meet both performance and aesthetic criteria for each project.

- Collaborate with suppliers to source sustainable and innovative materials that elevate design quality.

6. Lifestyle & Positioning Decisions:

- Collaborate with the strategy and sales teams to align design decisions with lifestyle trends and market expectations.

- Position the projects as aspirational living spaces by leveraging design as a key differentiator.

Key Requirements:

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Graphic Design, or related fields.

- 8+ years of experience in creative design leadership roles, preferably in real estate or related industries.

- Strong aesthetic sensibility with a keen eye for detail and a passion for design excellence.

- Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work effectively with cross-functional teams.

- Expertise in design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, SketchUp) and familiarity with 3D visualization tools.

- Excellent communication and presentation skills to convey design concepts and ideas clearly.

What We Offer:

- A dynamic and collaborative work environment.

- The opportunity to shape the aesthetic identity of prestigious real estate projects.

- Competitive compensation and benefits.

- A platform to unleash your creativity and influence lifestyle-driven design decisions.

Reports To: Head - Residential Developments