Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Design Manager or Senior Design Manager to join our Design & Build team in Hong Kong. The successful candidate will lead multidisciplinary design efforts across a diverse portfolio of corporate office projects—from small fit-outs to large-scale headquarters—ensuring design excellence, client satisfaction, and seamless integration with construction delivery.

This role requires strong leadership, fluency in local and international design practices, and deep familiarity with the design-and-build project delivery model. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative design professional who can inspire teams, manage stakeholder expectations, and drive projects from concept through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of designers and technical staff, fostering a culture of creativity, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Serve as the lead designer on assigned projects, ensuring alignment with client brand, functional requirements, sustainability goals, and budget.

• Drive creativity and storytelling to create compelling proposals and projects

• Oversee documentation, contractor communication and site works together with our internal and external consultants.

• Collaborate closely with JLL’s project management, cost consultancy, sustainability consultancy and construction teams to deliver fully integrated design-and-build solutions.

• Manage all phases of the design process—including programming, concept design, schematic design, design development, and construction documentation—in coordination with internal and external consultants.

• Liaise effectively with clients, architects, contractors, and authorities, acting as a trusted advisor throughout the project lifecycle.

• Ensure compliance with Hong Kong building regulations, fire safety codes, accessibility standards, and green building certifications (e.g., BEAM Plus, WELL, LEED).

• Contribute to business development efforts, including proposal writing, client presentations, and design strategy workshops.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or a related field. Professional registration (e.g., HKIA, HKIDA) is an advantage.

• Minimum of 8–12 years of experience in interior architecture or workplace design, with at least 5 years focused on corporate office projects in Hong Kong.

• Proven track record leading design teams and managing multiple concurrent projects of varying scales (from 5,000 sq ft to 100,000+ sq ft).

• In-depth understanding of the design-and-build delivery model, including design coordination with construction sequencing, value engineering, and fast-track delivery.

• Fluency in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin—essential for client communication, team leadership, and coordination with local authorities and contractors.

• Proficiency in industry-standard software (Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketchup, Enscape, Adobe Creative Suite and/or similar visualization tools).

• Strong interpersonal, presentation, and negotiation skills, with a client-first mindset.

• Experience working within a multidisciplinary consultancy or integrated delivery environment is highly preferred.

• Ability to lead a team of diverse backgrounds and skills, and cultivate a culture of creativity, learning and teamwork.

What We Offer

• A collaborative and inclusive workplace that values innovation, integrity, and impact.

• Opportunities to work on high-profile, complex projects across Hong Kong’s dynamic commercial real estate market.

• Professional development and global exposure within JLL’s international network.