ZUS COFFEE Hiring! Full Time Regional Design Innovation Specialist in Selangor - Ricebowl

Position Responsibilities

The Design Innovation Specialist is responsible for driving creative excellence and innovative design solutions across Design & Build projects. This role combines conceptual thinking, design development, research, and collaboration to create functional, aesthetically compelling, and commercially viable environments that align with company’s objectives and project ************* retail or F&B construction—ideally within a fast-paced coffee or food & beverage environment.

Design Innovation & Concept Development

• Develop innovative design concepts and creative strategies for interior, architectural, and built-environment projects.
• Research emerging design trends, materials, technologies, and sustainable practices to enhance project outcomes.
• Generate creative solutions that balance aesthetics, functionality, budget, and constructability.

Project Design Development

• Translate client briefs into compelling design proposals, presentations, and visualizations.
• Prepare concept boards, mood boards, space planning layouts, and design documentation.
• Collaborate with design, technical, and project teams to ensure seamless integration of design intent into project execution.

Client Engagement

• Participate in client meetings, workshops, and presentations.
• Present design concepts and provide professional recommendations based on project objectives.
• Incorporate client feedback while maintaining design quality and innovation standards.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with project managers, architects, engineers, quantity surveyors, and construction teams.
• Coordinate with suppliers and vendors to evaluate innovative materials, finishes, and products.
• Support value engineering initiatives without compromising design integrity.

Continuous Improvement

• Champion a culture of creativity and innovation within the Design & Build department.
• Maintain a library of design inspirations, materials, and best practices.
• Identify opportunities to improve design processes, workflows, and project delivery

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design, Architecture, Industrial Design, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in design, interior fit-out, architecture, or Design & Build projects.
• Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, Enscape, Lumion, or similar tools.
• Strong conceptual thinking, visualization, and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of construction methods, materials, and industry standards.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Leadership and team coordination
• Strategic planning and execution
• Excellent communication and stakeholder, franchisee, and contractor management
• Ability to manage multiple fast-track projects simultaneously
• Strong commercial acumen and problem-solving skills
• High level of autonomy, adaptability, and cultural awareness
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, Procore, Revit, AutoCAD)

Performance Indicator

• Quality and originality of design solutions.
• Client satisfaction and design approval rates.
• Successful integration of innovative ideas into completed projects.
• Adherence to project timelines and budgets.
• Contribution to continuous improvement and design excellence initiatives.

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