Commercial Interior Designer

Overview

Commercial Interior Designer Jobs in City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa at IRON DESIGN AND BUILD

Title: Commercial Interior Designer

Company: IRON DESIGN AND BUILD

Location: City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Company: IRON Design and Byild (Office and Industrial fit out and interior design company in South Africa- Iron Design and Build

About Us:

IRON Design is a dynamic and growing design studio focused on contemporary commercial interiors and office fit outs. We’re passionate about transforming workspaces into environments that inspire, function, and reflect our clients’ brands. With a fast-paced, collaborative culture and exciting pipeline of projects, we’re now looking for an exceptional Interior Designer to join our Cape Town based team.

What You’ll Be Doing:

As part of our team, you’ll collaborate across disciplines to bring commercial spaces to life. You’ll work closely with our senior designers and project managers to deliver high-quality, creative, and technically sound interiors. Your role will evolve with your experience and performance, offering the opportunity to grow into a client-facing designer.

Key Responsibilities:

Design Support: Contribute to concepts, layouts, mood boards, and design presentations

Technical Drafting: Develop detailed Revit drawings including space planning, working drawings, and council documentation under guidance

Materials & Samples: Source finishes and fittings, manage sample libraries, and liaise with suppliers on new products

Project Coordination: Support the project manager with timelines, tracking progress, and ensuring deliverables are met

Site Interaction: Attend and document on-site surveys, measure existing conditions, and support site coordination

Client & Team Engagement: Attend client meetings, take briefs, and assist in preparing polished presentation packs

Industry Engagement: Stay current on interior design trends, materials, and tools to bring fresh thinking to every project

Growth Focus: Work alongside a senior designer for mentorship and skill development, with increasing autonomy over time

Must-Haves:

Proficiency in Revit (non-negotiable)

A tertiary qualification in Interior Design or Architecture

3–4 years of experience in a similar role, ideally in commercial interiors

Strong eye for design, detail-oriented, and eager to grow

Excellent communication and organisational skills

Comfortable working across multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines

Bonus Points For:

Knowledge of South African building codes and council processes

Experience with office fit-outs or commercial interiors

Graphic presentation skills (InDesign, Photoshop)

Familiarity with PlanRadar, Monday.com, or project collaboration platforms

What We Offer:

A vibrant, collaborative team with a strong design culture

Opportunity to work on high-impact commercial projects

Career growth through mentorship and exposure to the full design-to-delivery process

A beautiful office environment and flexible work culture

Competitive remuneration based on experience