Design Director

Mace Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Mace Group is seeking a project manager with extensive experience in high-end hospitality projects and mixed-use schemes. This role involves overseeing safety standards, managing design teams, and ensuring successful project delivery while fostering client relationships. Ideal candidates will have experience in the UAE and hold relevant professional memberships. Mace promotes a diverse, inclusive work environment and is open to flexible working options.

Qualifications

• Strong high-end hospitality experience in mixed-use schemes.
• Experience working in the UAE.
• Extensive experience in construction project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Directing safety standards and compliance across projects.
• Leading the design management sub-function.
• Managing client relationships and generating new business opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Construction expertise

Health and safety knowledge

Client relationship management

Innovation and best practices

Diversity and inclusion promotion

Education

Membership of RIBA, MICE, CIBSE, CIOB, RICS, CIAT

Job description

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.

The project :

Mace is delivering PMC services across a significant portfolio of high-value mixed-use developments. The projects are at various stages of the development cycle and need to be managed through planning, design, procurement and delivery on what is a multi-year assignment.

You’ll be responsible for :

• Directing and upholding Mace’s safety first value, ensuring exceptional standards in safety, quality, cost, programme, sustainability, and compliance.
• Applying advanced technical expertise in local health and safety regulations across the project portfolio.
• Being a champion of diversity, inclusion, and well-being within the design team.
• Leading the design management sub-function, delivering business plan outcomes and strategic KPIs on time and within budget.
• Managing key client relationships and generating new business opportunities.
• Implementing design management systems and processes to meet statutory, legal, and contractual requirements.
• Influencing long-term strategy and contributing to building a sustainable business future.
• Mentoring and developing the project teams, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
• Leverage internal networks and resources to drive innovation and best practices.
• Leading the recruitment, talent development, and support of career progression across the team.

You’ll need to have :

• Strong high-end hospitality experience in mixed-use schemes.
• Experience working in the United Arab Emirates is essential for client approval.
• Membership of RIBA, MICE, CIBSE, CIOB, RICS, CIAT or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development.
• Extensive experience in the successful delivery phase of projects and programmes in the construction sector.
• Deep construction and consultancy expertise.
• Knowledge of building safety legislation, building standards, construction contracts, professional appointments and health and safety legislation.
• Leadership and management experience of large, diverse teams.
• Experience managing relationships with key senior stakeholders.
• Knowledge of how carbon and sustainability considerations will shape the outlook of the projects you are working on.

Our values

Safety first - Going home safe and well : We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of well-being in every team.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise : We own the quality of deliverables and strategic outcomes and build long-term relationships with our clients.

Integrity - Always do the right thing : We influence positive outcomes within our industry while always aligning with our compliance obligations.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel : We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfill all the criteria, please apply, as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

We are also open to discussing part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.

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