Design Manager (ID Malls)

Mace; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A major construction consultancy is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee design management for multiple refurbishment projects in a major UAE shopping mall. Candidates should have a degree in Architecture, 12+ years of experience in design and project management, particularly on GCC mega-projects. The role emphasizes client focus, safety, and integrity while creating opportunities for team development. Familiarity with local cultural and environmental design aspects is crucial.

Qualifications

• 12+ years in design/project/program management.
• Experience in GCC mega-projects is required.
• Shopping mall experience is mandatory.
• Interior Design/Fit‑Out project experience is preferred.
• Understanding of local cultural and environmental design aspects is necessary.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Design management

Client brief execution

Technical reviews

Proficient in CAD/BIM

Understanding of local regulations

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.

About Mace

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

Responsibilities

• 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 engineering proposals and contract changes.
• Conduct interdisciplinary reviews for value engineering.
• Validate consultant claims and ensure quality.

Qualifications

• 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 within the role.

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