Design Manager

Egis Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Dubai is seeking an experienced professional for design management. The candidate must hold a degree in Architecture and have expertise in Revit and other design tools. Responsibilities include managing the design process, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with regulations. This is a full-time role with no remote work options.

Qualifications

• Experience in design and technical detailing across all design stages.
• Ability to carry out design and constructability assessments.
• Knowledge of current legislation, international standards, and codes of practice.

Responsibilities

• Manage design process and stakeholder approvals.
• Prepare and review design reports and project specifications.
• Assist Project Director in finalizing project plans.

Skills

Revit

BIM360

SketchUp

Microsoft Office

Adobe InDesign

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Architecture

Job description

• Responsibility and accountability for design and technical detailing across all design stages through IFC delivery within allocated timeline as per contract.
• Working knowledge of Revit, BIM360, SketchUp, Microsoft Office, and Adobe InDesign.
• Must carry out design and constructability assessments, technical reviews, and QAQC reviews.
• Deal with local authorities regarding regulatory compliance aspects.
• Prepare and review design reports and update project specifications as necessary.
• Identify multi-disciplinary scope gaps and inform the project director or commercial team.
• Assist the Project Director in preparing and finalizing the Design Management Plan and Project Execution Plan.
• Prepare or assist in preparing internal monthly progress reports.
• Arrange and lead internal coordination meetings.
• Assist in managing internal resources based on the project budget.
• Identify and help manage design-related risks, mitigation strategies, and escalations.
• Manage stakeholder approvals of the design and samples based on contract deliverables.
• Ensure design management is consistent across project components and phases, based on UA design principles and ethos.
• Provide technical support to the commercial team, including attending contract meetings, presenting project dashboards, and seeking advice from Project Directors or Directors.
• Manage the design process efficiently, using change requests, managing risks, and ensuring design stays within budget, protecting stakeholder interests.
• Ensure the design process aligns with current legislation, international standards, and codes of practice.
• Liaise with statutory authorities and other relevant third parties.
• Manage internal and external tendering processes based on procurement strategy.

Qualifications :

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Architecture from an accredited program.

Working knowledge of Revit, BIM360, SketchUp, Microsoft Office, and Adobe InDesign.

Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full-time