Project Coordinator – Retail & Design

About the Role We are looking for a **well\-organized and proactive Project Coordinator** with experience working in a **retail environment**, preferably within retail fit\-out, interior design, architecture, or related project\-based industries. The ideal candidate will have strong **project coordination and negotiation skills**, good knowledge of **AutoCAD and technical drawings**, and a background or working knowledge of **interior design and graphic design**. The successful candidate should be comfortable coordinating between **clients, designers, contractors, suppliers, and internal teams**, while ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, accurately, and on schedule. Key Responsibilities * Coordinate day\-to\-day activities for retail and interior design projects. * Coordinate with clients, designers, contractors, suppliers, and internal teams. * Read, understand, and interpret **architectural, interior, shop, and technical drawings**. * Review drawings and identify discrepancies, missing information, or coordination issues. * Use **AutoCAD** to review drawings and make basic edits or adjustments when required. * Assist with retail layouts, shop fit\-outs, displays, fixtures, and interior design requirements. * Coordinate materials, finishes, samples, quotations, and supplier requirements. * Negotiate with suppliers and contractors regarding pricing, timelines, materials, and deliverables. * Prepare and maintain project schedules, trackers, reports, drawings, and documentation. * Follow up closely on project deadlines, deliveries, approvals, and outstanding actions. * Attend project meetings and ensure action points are properly followed up. * Coordinate design revisions and ensure the latest drawings and information are communicated to relevant parties. * Support the team with presentations, visual materials, and basic graphic design requirements. * Maintain organized project files, drawings, approvals, quotations, and correspondence. * Identify potential project delays or issues and communicate them proactively. * Support the Project Manager and design team throughout the project lifecycle. Requirements * Previous experience as a **Project Coordinator, Project Executive, Design Coordinator, or similar role**. * **Experience working in a retail environment is highly preferred.** * Experience with **retail fit\-out, interior design, construction, architecture, or shopfitting** is an advantage. * Good working knowledge of **AutoCAD**. * Ability to confidently **read and understand architectural and technical drawings**. * Basic to good knowledge of **interior design, materials, finishes, and space planning**. * Basic knowledge of **graphic design and visual presentations**. * Strong **negotiation, communication, and coordination skills**. * Excellent organizational and time\-management abilities. * Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines. * Proficiency in **Microsoft Office**, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. * Ability to work effectively with clients, suppliers, contractors, and internal teams. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone who is **organized, detail\-oriented, commercially aware, and hands\-on**. The ideal candidate should be able to: * Understand and interpret technical drawings. * Coordinate retail projects from planning through execution. * Communicate confidently with suppliers, contractors, and clients. * Negotiate effectively on pricing, timelines, and requirements. * Understand interior design concepts and materials. * Work with AutoCAD and design\-related documentation. * Understand basic graphic design and visual presentation. * Manage multiple priorities while maintaining strong attention to detail. * Take ownership of tasks and consistently follow up until completion. Preferred Background Candidates with experience in **retail, retail fit\-out, shopfitting, interior design, architecture, visual merchandising, or commercial interiors** are encouraged to apply. **If you are a highly organized Project Coordinator with a combination of project management, retail, design, AutoCAD, and negotiation skills, we would like to hear from you.** Pay: QAR13,000\.00 \- QAR14,000\.00 per month Application Question(s): * How many years of experience do you have coordinating retail, fit\-out, interior design, or similar projects? * What is your level of experience with AutoCAD and reading architectural/interior/technical drawings? * What's your notice period? * What's your salary expectations? Work Location: In person