Design Manager (ID Malls)

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

Job summary

A leading construction and consultancy firm is seeking an experienced design manager to oversee project management on major refurbishment initiatives in Dubai. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Architecture and over 12 years of experience in design and project management, particularly in GCC mega-projects including shopping malls. You will be responsible for ensuring effective design execution and client relationship management, contributing to a culture of safety and integrity within the team.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Inclusive working environment

Employee referral scheme

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in design/project/program management.
• Experience in GCC mega-projects with a focus on shopping malls.
• Understanding of local cultural, heritage, and environmental design aspects.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall Design Management including client brief and design strategy.
• Ensure cohesive design management across all project stages.
• Support scheduling of design reviews at gateways and control points.

Skills

Design management

Project management

CAD/BIM proficiency

Client relationship management

Education

Degree in Architecture

Job description

Position status

This opportunity is for a secured role that is due to commence in November subject to approval. If you would like to be considered as we progress with this position, please click to apply.

Overview

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 are providing project management services on multiple refurbishment and redevelopment projects within a major UAE shopping mall throughout design, delivery and handover.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Manage overall Design Management including client brief, design strategy, and execution.
• Ensure cohesive design management across all Interior Design & Fit‑Out project stages.
• Support scheduling of design reviews at gateways and control points.
• Manage technical and constructability reviews of deliverables.
• Monitor compliance with project brief and specifications.
• Review of engineering proposals and contract changes.
• Conduct interdisciplinary reviews for value engineering.
• Validate consultant claims and ensure quality.

You’ll need to have:

• Hold a degree in Architecture with 12+ years in design/project/program management.
• Experience in GCC mega‑projects; shopping mall experience is required.
• Interior Design/Fit‑Out project experience is preferred.
• Understand local cultural, heritage, and environmental design aspects.
• Proficient in CAD/BIM, familiar with industry codes and LEED principles.
• Middle East experience is an advantage.

Our values

Safety first - Going home safe and well: You will champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in your team and local health and safety rules or regulations of the work you’re involved with.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise: You will lead on the cost management services including estimating, procurement and cost planning, owning the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and building long term relationships with your clients.

Integrity - Always do the right thing: You will lead operations that are fiscally and ethically viable, influencing the achievement of business objectives that align with business and legislative compliance obligations.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel: You will mentor, coach, and develop teams, demonstrating effective leadership to ensure excellence in delivery against plans, championing a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil 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 with‑in the role.

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