Interior Designer

About goSTOPS We are India’s fastest-growing hostel chain, scaling rapidly across the country. We build cool, vibrant, and functional spaces for young backpackers — spaces that are social, comfortable, and built for people to enjoy, work, and chill. As we continue to expand, we are strengthening our in-house design and execution team to deliver consistent, high-quality spaces across all locations. Role Objective Take end-to-end ownership of interior design projects for goSTOPS properties, from concept to execution, ensuring creative, functional, and brand-aligned spaces for our young backpacker audience while meeting quality, budget, and timeline objectives. Key Responsibility Areas 1. Design & Space Planning • Lead space planning and layout design for hostel and hospitality projects. • Prepare furniture drawings, joinery details, BOQs, and material specifications. • Develop drawings required for site execution. • Ensure alignment with brand guidelines and functional requirements. 2. End-to-End Project Execution • Own projects end-to-end, from design to final handover. • Support Project Managers and manage multiple projects in parallel. • Ensure adherence to schedules, BOQs, and quality standards. • Maintain high quality across all design documentation and deliverables. 3. Vendor & Site Management • Manage and coordinate vendors, contractors, carpenters, and site supervisors on a daily basis. • Track progress through regular follow-ups and resolve execution issues promptly. • Conduct site visits to monitor quality, measurements, and material usage. • Ensure smooth coordination between design, execution, and maintenance teams. 4. Cross-Functional Collaboration • Work closely with BD, Design, Projects, Operations, and Procurement teams. • Participate in reviews and coordination meetings. • Ensure smooth flow from design to procurement and execution. 5. Compliance & Quality Control • Maintain high standards of design quality, documentation accuracy, and execution detailing. • Stay updated with industry trends, best practices, and new materials and technologies. Qualifications Required • Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Interior Design / Architecture. • 3–4 years of relevant experience in interior design and on-site project execution. • Experience in hospitality / hostel / commercial interior projects will be a plus. Key Competencies • Strong expertise in space planning and furniture detailing. • Proficiency in AutoCAD (mandatory) and 3D tools (SketchUp, 3ds Max, Lumion, etc.). • Good understanding of construction materials, finishes, and execution methods. • Strong skills in vendor management, coordination, and daily follow-ups. • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-growing environment. • High ownership mindset and strong execution orientation. Key Skills: Space Planning, AutoCAD, 3D Visualisation, Furniture Detailing, Site Execution, Vendor Management