Director of Project & Design Strategy

du; Dubai; Sur place; AED 380 000 - 660 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

du in Dubai seeks a visionary Head of Project Management and Design to lead large-scale office, retail, and mission-critical facilities. You will drive strategy, governance, and delivery, aligning with budget, timeline and quality goals.

The role requires leadership across cross-functional teams, deep expertise in design software, compliance, sustainability, and value engineering, with a track record in Class A towers and complex projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in architecture, interior design, or civil engineering from an accredited NAAB or CEAB program.
• Preferred: Master's degree in construction management or sustainable design; PMP, LEED AP, or WELL AP certification.

Responsabilités

• Provide leadership and strategic direction for project management, design execution, and delivery, ensuring successful outcomes within defined cost, timeline, and quality parameters.
• Develop and implement design strategies that align with the organization's vision, ensuring innovative, sustainable, and functional spaces.
• Oversee the development of conceptual layouts and visual schemes using advanced design software (AutoCAD, 3D software) for diverse projects, ensuring compliance with business requirements, branding guidelines, and regulatory standards.
• End-to-End Project Governance: Oversee RFPs, tender documentation, and contractor prequalification processes, ensuring adherence to FIDIC contracts and local authority regulations.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Lead interface management with MEP engineers, Facilities Management, Operations, IT, Branding, and Technology teams to develop comprehensive design and project execution plans.
• Establish strategic partnerships with external consultants, vendors, and contractors to ensure the highest quality of work and optimal resource utilization.
• Conduct site visits and technical evaluations to assess contractor capabilities and compliance with design and safety requirements.
• Drive value engineering initiatives by identifying and implementing cost-effective design alternatives that maintain quality and aesthetic standards.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting efforts for design and project execution, ensuring alignment with financial targets and business objectives.
• Champion best practices in project management, contract management, and compliance with local laws, regulations, and safety standards.
• Team Development: Mentor high-potential talent in emerging trends such as modular construction, generative design, and circular economy principles.

Connaissances

Leadership

Strategic planning

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Financial acumen

Formation

Bachelor's degree in architecture / interior design / civil engineering

Master's degree in construction management or sustainable design

PMP

LEED AP or WELL AP

Outils

AutoCAD

3D Studio Max

Photoshop

Illustrator

MS Project

Description du poste

du in Dubai seeks a visionary Head of Project Management and Design to lead large-scale office, retail, and mission-critical facilities. You will drive strategy, governance, and delivery, aligning with budget, timeline and quality goals.

The role requires leadership across cross-functional teams, deep expertise in design software, compliance, sustainability, and value engineering, with a track record in Class A towers and complex projects.