Director of Interior Construction & Fit-out

Location Ho Chi Minh City
Industry Real Estate/Property, Construction
Category Design/Architect, Operations
Job reference 18465
Job type Permanent
Consultant email huyen.nguyenngoc@manpower.com.vn
Date posted May 28, 2025

Job Description

  • Lead, organize, and supervise all activities of the Construction / Interior Fit-out Division, including strategic planning, execution, leadership, quality control, and continuous improvement of processes, systems, and resources;

  • Act as a key leadership figure in the company’s business expansion strategy, contributing to planning, resource allocation, and operational scalability across multiple construction / interior fit-out projects;

  • Develop and manage budgets (cost planning, project cash flows) for all company projects; ensure optimal allocation and use of manpower, materials, and equipment;

  • Directly oversee and coordinate all interior construction and fit-out projects across the company portfolio;

  • Provide guidance and work closely with Project Directors/Managers in building risk management plans; identify, assess, and proactively mitigate on-site risks;

  • Approve expenditure limits and monitor all spending activities within the Division;

  • Serve as the main liaison with internal and external stakeholders to resolve major issues beyond the scope of Project Managers;

  • Monitor, evaluate, and report project progress on a regular basis using reports from project teams and site assessments;

  • Lead initiatives to address project delays or quality concerns and recommend effective corrective actions;

  • Collaborate with other departments to evaluate project performance and return on investment upon completion;

  • Advise the Executive Board on specialized matters related to fit-out construction and design implementation.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Construction, Architecture, Interior Design, or Construction Economics;

  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Project Director in construction / interior fit-out companies, managing at least 5 projects at the same time;

  • In-depth understanding of interior design and fit-out execution; familiarity with applicable construction and design standards;

  • Proficient in MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Project) and design/project management software (AutoCAD, Acitt, etc.);

  • Strong leadership, analytical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills;

  • High sense of responsibility, composure, honesty, and resilience under pressure;

  • Good English communication skills;

  • Willing to travel for work when necessary.