Lux Site Design Lead - Dubai Hospitality & Residences

White Space Recruitment Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

JobsTrackR is seeking an experienced Site Design Manager in Dubai to lead the design-to-site workflow on flagship luxury schemes. The role bridges the design studio and site execution, protecting design intent from joinery to FF&E while collaborating with contractors, consultants, and the client team.

Based in Dubai, you will oversee site visits, review shop drawings, and coordinate with MEP teams to resolve on-site design issues, ensuring a flawless final product and timely handover.

Qualifications

• Experience managing the design-to-site process on luxury projects (residential, hospitality, or branded residence).
• Strong UAE/GCC market experience in high-end fit-out or interior design environments.
• Excellent working knowledge of materials, finishes, joinery, and FF&E in a luxury context.
• Confident reading and interpretation of technical drawings, specifications, and construction docs.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and/or SketchUp.

Responsibilities

• Act as the design authority on site, ensuring design integrity during construction and fit-out.
• Conduct regular site visits and inspections to monitor progress, quality, and design intent.
• Review and approve shop drawings, samples, and mock-ups against design specs.
• Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, and MEP teams to resolve on-site design issues.
• Manage material and finishes coordination, including joinery and bespoke fixtures.
• Liaise with architects, consultants, and client-side team for seamless design integration.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies between design docs and site conditions.
• Support snagging, quality control, and final handover processes.
• Maintain clear communication between site team and studio.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit

SketchUp

Site management

FF&E knowledge

Job description

JobsTrackR is seeking an experienced Site Design Manager in Dubai to lead the design-to-site workflow on flagship luxury schemes. The role bridges the design studio and site execution, protecting design intent from joinery to FF&E while collaborating with contractors, consultants, and the client team.

Based in Dubai, you will oversee site visits, review shop drawings, and coordinate with MEP teams to resolve on-site design issues, ensuring a flawless final product and timely handover.