Dubai Design Manager: Innovation, Strategy & Leadership

AECOM; Dubai; Presencial; AED 420.000 - 600.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Flexible work options

Well-being resources

Employee assistance program

Retirement savings plan

Descripción de la vacante

AECOM is seeking a Design Manager in Dubai to lead and inspire a diverse design team across multiple projects. You will drive strategic direction, uphold brand standards, and deliver creative solutions for clients in a fast-paced market.

Lead design thinking initiatives, collaborate with stakeholders, and mentor designers to enhance skills while ensuring projects meet timelines and budgets. This role emphasizes accessibility and global best practices.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in a design-related field (e.g. graphic design, industrial design or similar); Masters degree preferred.
• 10 years of relevant professional design experience with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of managing and delivering successful design projects in a fast-paced multicultural environment.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in various design disciplines and ability to create innovative solutions.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal with the ability to articulate design concepts clearly.
• Proficiency in industry-standard design software (e.g. Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, Figma).
• In-depth knowledge of UX and UI design principles.
• Experience with design thinking methodologies and ability to apply them to solve complex problems.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills with a track record of developing high-performing design teams.
• Excellent project management skills including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Adaptability and cultural sensitivity with an understanding of design preferences in the UAE and Middle Eastern markets.
• Familiarity with current design trends and industry best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsabilidades

• Provide strategic direction and creative leadership for multiple design projects across various mediums and platforms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of design elements into overall project goals.
• Manage and mentor a team of designers fostering their growth and skills.
• Develop and maintain design standards guidelines and best practices for consistency and quality.
• Present design concepts and solutions to clients, stakeholders and senior management.
• Stay current with design trends, technologies and methodologies relevant to UAE and Middle Eastern markets.
• Oversee the entire design process from concept to completion, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery.
• Contribute to business development by participating in client pitches and proposal preparations.
• Implement design thinking methodologies to solve complex problems and drive innovation.
• Ensure all designs align with brand guidelines and meet accessibility standards.

Conocimientos

Design leadership

Team mentoring

Creative direction

UX/UI principles

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

Sketch

Educación

Bachelor's degree in design-related field

Master's degree preferred

Herramientas

Adobe Creative Suite

Sketch

Figma

Descripción del empleo

AECOM is seeking a Design Manager in Dubai to lead and inspire a diverse design team across multiple projects. You will drive strategic direction, uphold brand standards, and deliver creative solutions for clients in a fast-paced market.

Lead design thinking initiatives, collaborate with stakeholders, and mentor designers to enhance skills while ensuring projects meet timelines and budgets. This role emphasizes accessibility and global best practices.