Exhibition Floor Plan Designer (ContractorFreelance role)
Riyadh - Saudi Arabia
Job Summary
Floor Plan Design & Development
Create detailed exhibition floor plans using AutoCAD and
EXPOCAD or similar CAD software
Design booth layouts aisle configurations and traffic flow that maximize sellable space and improve the visitor experience
Produce multiple plan iterations based on venue specifications and client requirements
Ensure compliance with venue regulations fire codes and safety standards
Sales Support & Coordination
Interface with the Sales Team and Sales Operations Team on an ongoing basis to update floor plans as booths are sold held or reconfigured
Provide up-to-date plans booth availability and space options to support client negotiations
Coordinate with venue management to obtain accurate specifications and restrictions
Route all floor plan communication through the Sales and Sales Ops Team and Operations Team
Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders such as Event Managers the Project Management Team Marketing Operations Sales and ISP Teams and other central teams such as CRM Admin and Customer Service (this position does not involve customer-facing support but may be required if needed)
Collaborate with the Marketing Team to create visually appealing floor plan presentations for print and other marketing collaterals
Reports and Technical Documentation
Create update and maintain floor plan calculations including sellable space gross and net floor area and occupancy figures
Prepare venue comparison reports covering floor area and technical details such as rigging electrical provisions trenches entrance and exit gates and temporary structures
Produce technical drawings with precise measurements and specifications
Prepare documentation packages for the Operations Team contractors and venue authorities
Project Management
Manage several floor plan projects at once while meeting tight deadlines
Track revisions and maintain clear version control throughout the planning cycle
Keep digital files organized and accessible to the wider team
Qualifications :
Required Qualifications
Previous experience in the same role with proven skills and a solid background in exhibition floor planning
Degree in Drafting Architecture Interior Design or a related field or 24 years of equivalent professional experience (ideally within the exhibitions and events industry)
Proficiency in AutoCAD: Experience designing modifying and managing large-scale trade show floor plans with a strong understanding of booth layouts numbering systems and space optimization
Event Mapping Automation: Demonstrated hands-on experience using EXPOCAD (or similar software) to automate layout designs process booth split/combine requests and manage spatial datasets for exhibitors
Technical understanding of exhibition venues particularly in the UAE and Saudi Arabia (familiarity with Hong Kong venues is a plus)
Knowledge of SketchUp Adobe Illustrator or 3D rendering tools is an advantage
Strong grasp of scale measurements and spatial relationships
Knowledge of building codes accessibility requirements and venue safety regulations
Portfolio demonstrating floor plan design and technical drawing work
Core Competencies
Sharp attention to detail and accuracy
Strong communication skills with the ability to work closely alongside sales and operations teams
Well-organized and able to manage frequent plan changes during peak booking periods
Calm under pressure and dependable with deadlines
Preferred Qualifications
Direct experience with exhibition organizers or venue operators in the GCC region
Familiarity with event management software or floor plan booking software
Bilingual capabilities (English essential; Arabic is a plus)
Additional Information :
Please note this is a freelance position from August to December 2026.
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Remote Work :
Yes
Employment Type :
Contract
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