Bhavna Pawar

Accomplished Interior Design & Fit-Out Specialist with 15+ years of experience across retail, commercial, and residential sectors. Proven expertise in project execution, client coordination, vendor management, and fit-out supervision. Adept at translating client briefs into practical, high-quality design solutions.

Holds an MBA in Real Estate & Mall Management and a BFA in Interior Design. Skilled at leading cross-functional teams, optimizing resources, and delivering projects on time and within budget.

Assistant Manager – Interior Fit-Out at Solitaire Builder (Classic Promoters & Developers) (2024-06 – Present)

• Review and approve fit-out proposals for retail, office, and F&B units.
• Coordinate with site teams to ensure accurate execution of residential common area interiors.
• Oversee final finishes, signage, and hard finishes implementation.

Associate – Interior Design at Aarya Design (2023-12 – 2024-06)

• Managed client communications, design presentations, and requirements gathering.
• Supervised contractors and design teams, ensuring timely completion & quality control.
• Handled documentation, material specifications, and project timelines.

Deputy Manager – Projects at Pepe Jeans India Ltd. (2022-09 – 2023-09)

• Designed layouts for SIS, EBO, DORS, and LFS formats.
• Conducted site inspections, quality checks, and post-handover audits.
• Approved vendor billing and managed renovation projects across pan-India outlets.

Assistant Manager – Projects at Pepe Jeans India Ltd. (2012-09 – 2022-09)

• Collaborated with engineers & surveyors for construction feasibility and compliance.
• Ensured projects adhered to mall regulations, timelines, and budgets.
• Acted as liaison with local authorities and mall management for approvals.

Interior Designer at Design Forum (2011-03 – 2012-08)

• Prepared detailed floor plans, BOQs, and layouts for retail fit-outs.
• Coordinated site work and conducted quality inspections.

Interior Designer at Design & Build – Future Group (2010-02 – 2011-02)

• Led residential interior design projects from concept to execution.
• Managed client communication, vendor coordination, and BOQ preparation.

Interior Designer at D'fine Art Studio (2009-11 – 2010-11)

• Conducted site surveys and created design layouts for commercial & residential projects.
• Oversaw vendor execution and ensured timely delivery.

Draftsman / Interior Designer at Infinite Furniture (2008-05 – 2009-10)

• Created residential layouts and managed client requirement analysis.
• Produced accurate working drawings and assisted in site execution.

MBA in Real Estate & Mall Management – Annamalai University, Chennai (INIFD) (2010-01 – 2011-01)

B.F.A. in Interior Design – VIT College, Pune (2008-01 – 2009-01)

Diploma in Interior Design – Boston Institute, Dhule (2004-01 – 2005-01)