Design Manager: Lead Complex Building Design & Global Team

GHD; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services company is seeking a Design Manager in Abu Dhabi. You will lead the design delivery of complex building projects, collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, and mentor design staff. The ideal candidate has a strong background in architecture or engineering and proven skills in leadership and stakeholder management. This role offers an opportunity to impact large-scale projects while working in a global environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing design delivery for large-scale building projects.
• Strong technical background in architecture, engineering, or related disciplines.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work across disciplines and geographies in a collaborative environment.
• Experience in mentoring and developing design teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage design delivery of complex projects within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Work closely with Project Manager and Project Director to achieve project objectives.
• Oversee design functions across multiple market sectors or business groups.
• Secure additional project support and optimize resource utilization.
• Manage and mentor a high-performing design team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Architecture, Engineering or related disciplines

Job description

A global professional services company is seeking a Design Manager in Abu Dhabi. You will lead the design delivery of complex building projects, collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, and mentor design staff. The ideal candidate has a strong background in architecture or engineering and proven skills in leadership and stakeholder management. This role offers an opportunity to impact large-scale projects while working in a global environment.