Interior Architect - Fit-Out | 1-5 Years Experience

I Build General Buildings & Contracting Company W.L.L. (IBC) is looking for a talented and ambitious Interior Architect with hands-on fit-out experience, preferably in Food & Beverage projects, to join our team in Kuwait. This opportunity is intended for an architect who understands that successful F&B design is not only about appearance—it must also be practical, buildable, coordinated, and suitable for daily operations. The selected candidate will gain direct exposure to the complete project journey, from technical design development and shop drawings to site coordination, execution, and final handover. Key Responsibilities :- Prepare architectural layouts, elevations, sections, ●shop drawings, and detailed construction drawings. Develop practical and buildable design solutions for restaurants, cafés, and other F&B concepts. ●Coordinate architectural works with MEP systems, kitchen equipment, signage, lighting, and site requirements. ●Prepare and review joinery details, material selections, finishes, and technical specifications. Conduct site visits and ensure that drawings and design requirements are correctly implemented. Coordinate with project engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and clients. ●Identify and resolve technical and design-related issues during execution. Support projects through design development, construction, snagging, and final handover. Required Experience and Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Interior Architecture, Interior Design, or Architecture. ●Minimum 1 year and maximum 4 years of hands-on experience in interior fit-out projects. ●Previous experience in restaurant, café, or other F&B fit-out projects is strongly preferred. ●Practical experience in technical drawings, shop drawings, joinery details, finishes, and site coordination. ●Strong command of AutoCAD. Knowledge of SketchUp, 3ds Max, Revit, or rendering software is an advantage. ●Good understanding of the coordination required between architectural, MEP, and kitchen-equipment works. ●Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and commitment to project deadlines. ●A professional portfolio showing actual fit-out projects, preferably including F&B work. Why Join IBC? This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career architect who wants to move beyond design-only work and develop strong practical experience in the fit-out industry. You will work on real projects, participate in technical and site coordination, and see your work progress from drawings to fully completed spaces. The right candidate will be given meaningful responsibility, direct project exposure, and the opportunity to build a strong professional portfolio while growing with an established fit-out company. Location: Kuwait City Metropolitan Area Workplace Type: On-site Employment Type: Full-time Required Experience: 1–4 years in interior fit-out Interested candidates must submit: 1. Updated CV 2. Professional portfolio showing fit-out projects Candidates with design-only or rendering-only experience and no practical fit-out exposure may not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates whose experience and portfolios match the position requirements will be contacted. Show more Show less

Bachelor’s degree in Interior Architecture, Interior Design, or Architecture. 1 year minimum and 4 years maximum of hands-on experience in interior fit-out projects. Previous experience in restaurant, café, or other F&B fit-out projects strongly preferred. Practical experience in technical drawings, shop drawings, joinery details, finishes, and site coordination. Strong command of AutoCAD. Knowledge of SketchUp, 3ds Max, Revit, or rendering software is an advantage. Good understanding of coordination between architectural, MEP, and kitchen-equipment works. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and commitment to project deadlines. A professional portfolio showing actual fit-out projects, preferably including F&B work.

Prepare architectural layouts, elevations, sections, shop drawings, and detailed construction drawings. Develop practical and buildable design solutions for restaurants, cafés, and other F&B concepts. Coordinate architectural works with MEP systems, kitchen equipment, signage, lighting, and site requirements. Prepare and review joinery details, material selections, finishes, and technical specifications. Conduct site visits and ensure drawings and design requirements are correctly implemented. Coordinate with project engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and clients. Identify and resolve technical and design-related issues during execution. Support projects through design development, construction, snagging, and final handover.