Dubai Design Management Leader — Multi-Portfolio Impact

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 312,480 - 379,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Award-winning training

Global exposure

Collaborative environment

Job summary

AECOM Middle East Ltd in Dubai is seeking an Associate Director - Design Management to lead multiple complex design portfolios. This role requires strong leadership, client engagement, and multidisciplinary coordination to drive impactful design outcomes.

The ideal candidate will have at least 15 years of experience in design leadership, a degree in Architecture, and a proven record in managing extensive design portfolios. Join AECOM to shape Dubai's skyline and contribute to innovative solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of post-graduate experience in design leadership.
• Professional membership required.
• Strong leadership background managing complex, multi-project design portfolios.
• Advanced knowledge of design management best practices, tools, and processes.
• Excellent client-facing skills with strong business development capability.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple design projects or portfolios, ensuring alignment with client goals.
• Provide strategic oversight to Project Managers, ensuring compliance with protocols.
• Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and competitive advantage.
• Mentor and evaluate multidisciplinary project teams.
• Advise leadership on client strategies and market opportunities.
• Make autonomous decisions aligned with company policies.

Skills

Strategic design management

Multidisciplinary coordination

Leadership and team development

Client engagement and business development

Portfolio governance and quality assurance

Advanced problem-solving and innovation

Proposal leadership and bid management

Education

Degree in Architecture or related discipline

Job description

AECOM Middle East Ltd in Dubai is seeking an Associate Director - Design Management to lead multiple complex design portfolios. This role requires strong leadership, client engagement, and multidisciplinary coordination to drive impactful design outcomes.

The ideal candidate will have at least 15 years of experience in design leadership, a degree in Architecture, and a proven record in managing extensive design portfolios. Join AECOM to shape Dubai's skyline and contribute to innovative solutions.