Design Assistant Manager jobs in Kochi, Kerala

We are looking for a Studio Manager to manage the day-to-day operations of our design studio, ensure smooth workflow, coordinate between teams, and make sure all project submissions are delivered on time with high quality.

Experience Required: 2–5 years in Design/Architecture/Project Coordination

This role requires strong organizational skills, communication skills, and leadership qualities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Workflow and Project Management

• Create and maintain project schedules and timelines.
• Assign tasks to the design, visualization, and drafting teams.
• Track daily progress and ensure timely submissions.

2. Team Coordination

• Act as the communication link between:
• Design Teams
• Client Coordinators
• Sales Team
• Estimation Team
• Project Execution Team
• Schedule and manage internal & client meetings.

3. Daily Studio Operations

• Conduct daily morning task planning and evening review meetings.
• Ensure task updates and project stages are logged in ERP/software.
• Maintain discipline, attendance tracking, and leave handover process.

4. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain and organize digital and physical project files.
• Record meeting minutes and share them with the respective teams.
• Update client groups & reports on project progress.

JOB ROLES

1. Workflow & Scheduling

* Prepare project schedules and assign tasks to Core / Mantle / Crust teams

* Track daily progress of all projects

* Ensure submissions are completed on time

2. Team Coordination

* Act as the central communication point between

• Design Team
• Client Coordinators
• Sales
• Estimation
• Project Execution

* Arrange & coordinate internal and client meetings

3. Daily Operations Control

* Take daily morning task updates

* Conduct 5:45 PM review and follow up remaining tasks

* Ensure ERP task completion and task logging is done correctly

4. Project Documentation

* Maintain digital & physical project files

* Keep updated: layouts, renders, BOQs, minutes, approvals

* Maintain project-wise submission index / checklist

5. Client Communication Support

* Share meeting minutes on time

* Update client groups with submission status

* Arrange presentation schedules and online reviews

6. Quality Process Compliance

* Ensure teams follow the Stage 1 to Stage 5 workflow

* Ensure leave handover process is done before anyone is on leave

* Maintain attendance & discipline coordination with HR

Skills & Qualifications

• MBA/ Bachelor’s degree (Architecture / Interior Design / Management preferred)
• 2–5 years of experience in design coordination / studio management / project management
• Excellent communication and team management skills
• Strong organization and follow-up ability
• Proficiency in MS Office / Google Workspace

(Working knowledge of AutoCAD/SketchUp is an added advantage, but not mandatory)

Key Competencies

• Leadership & People Management
• Time & Deadline Management
• Multitasking & Prioritization
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Client Handling Skills

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person