Manager – Design & Development (Architect)

Adecco; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Manager – Design & Development in Dubai to oversee architectural projects from concept to delivery. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Architecture and 8 years of experience in design and project management. This role requires strong leadership in project execution, risk management, and quality assurance, with a focus on innovation and sustainability.

Qualifications

• 8 years experience in Design Management and Project Management required.
• Experience in both design development and execution is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead project design process and manage design teams.
• Collaborate with professionals for design documentation.
• Ensure project risks are mitigated and standards are met.

Skills

Design Management

Project Management

Risk Analysis

Quality Assurance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Job description

About the role

Contract: 12 Months. Location: Onsite in Dubai.

Adecco is hiring a Manager – Design & Development (Architect) for our prestigious client in Dubai.

Primarily responsible for all aspects of planning, budgeting, design, and execution for new projects as well as enhancement projects from Architecture & Interior Design/Fit-out by leading the design development from concept development stage to completion of comprehensive design stage and project delivery. Also responsible for enhancing customer satisfaction and minimizing customer complaints through the support of the project management of refurbishment works & fit outs.

What you’ll be doing

Project Design & Development

• Lead the process of project design including evaluation of external design team, regular meetings with consultants, coordination with all concerned authorities, follow up design time schedules and monitor the progress of design activities.
• Collaborate with the head of design in the development of the interior design management strategy, policies, systems, and processes.
• Deploy efficient resources to ensure that the work process flows smoothly, acting as the primary liaison between the team and the business in close collaboration with the Head of Design.
• Manage complex assigned projects from concept to close out and maintain effective integrated project execution strategies and plans.

Design Documentation

• Collaborate with other lead professionals to ensure design and documentation are in accordance with company standards and internal client expectations.
• Initiate, prepare, review proposals, and participate in interviews in response to RFPs and RFQs.

Project Plan

• Continuously monitor projects to ensure that risks are mitigated, and the quality-of-service delivery meets agreed standards and meets customer expectations over the life cycle of projects.
• Obtain approvals from the management and liaise with internal stakeholders such as HSE, Brand representatives, IT, Security, etc. to gather project’s requirements and ensure adherence to policies and procedures.
• Guide the team in the search, selection and specification of materials, finishes and furniture. Ensuring that material costs are within budget and meet management expectations.
• Oversee the management, supervision and monitoring of the consultant working on the design of the project.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement

• Introduce the concept of sustainability in order to deliver sustainable project. Enhance coordination and cooperation to achieve Energy, Water and Resource reduction savings during design stage.

About you

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture.
• 8 years experience in Design Management and Project Management. Experience in both design development and execution is a must.
• Design Management.
• Project Management (Fit-Out and Refurbishment Projects).
• Risk Analysis and decision making.
• Quality Assurance.

If you are interested, we want to hear from you!

Adecco is the world’s leading talent advisory and solutions company. We are driven by a powerful purpose – making the future work for everyone. As a career partner, we support the employability and employment of our Candidates and Associates and are committed to their success. Adecco Middle East is an Equal Opportunities Employer headquartered in Dubai, UAE.

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