Manager - Project Services (UAE National) - Architecture and Spatial Design - Jumeirah Group & [...]

MEININGER Hotels; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in luxury hospitality seeks a UAE National Manager for Project Services to ensure consistent design and execution across its properties. The ideal candidate will have a relevant bachelor's degree, over three years of experience in similar roles, and demonstrate strong management skills in overseeing design projects in hospitality. The position offers an attractive tax-free salary and extensive employee benefits.

Benefits

Generous F&B benefits

Reduced hotel rates across properties globally

Excellent leave and health care package

Incentive programs

Qualifications

• Over 3 years of experience in a similar role within the luxury hospitality sector.
• Proven track record of managing design projects from concept to execution.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of consistent design and aesthetics across properties.
• Monitor project budgets and resource allocations, ensuring cost-effective execution.
• Conduct site inspections and track design progress for compliance with specifications.

Skills

Problem-solving

Leadership

Creativity

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Presentation software

Job description

Job Description

About Jumeirah

Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, operates an exceptional portfolio of 31 properties, including 33 signature F&B restaurants, across the Middle East, Europe, Asia and Africa. In 1999, Jumeirah changed the face of luxury hospitality with the opening of the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and the brand is now renowned worldwide for its distinguished beachfront resorts, esteemed city hotels and luxury residences.

From the contemporary Maldivian island paradise at Jumeirah Olhahali Island to the art-inspired Jumeirah Capri Palace in Italy and the modern twist on a British classic at Jumeirah Carlton Tower in London, the brand has become synonymous with warm and generous service and the ability to craft distinctive and purposeful experiences that bring joy to guests from across the world.

About the Job:

An opportunity has arisen for an UAE National, Manager - Project Services, to join the Architecture and Spatial Design teamin Jumeirah Group & Corporate. The main duties and responsibilities of this role:

• Support the implementation of consistent design and aesthetics across properties, ensuring alignment with brand standards and luxury guest experiences.
• Assist with design activities, renovations, and new developments by coordinating between internal teams, designers, and contractors.
• Help monitor project budgets and resource allocations, supporting cost-effective execution without compromising quality or timelines.
• Contribute to heart-of-house planning and layout reviews to ensure functional, efficient, and brand-compliant design solutions.
• Conduct site inspections and track design progress to ensure compliance with specifications, quality standards, and timelines.
• Assist in reporting, vendor management, and post-project reviews, offering feedback to refine processes and improve future project outcomes.

About you:

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or a related hospitality field.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, strong understanding of design principles and construction processes, and experience with presentation software.
• Over 3 years in a similar role, with substantial experience in the luxury hospitality sector.
• Demonstrated success in managing design projects from concept to execution, with a proven track record of delivering results.
• Strong problem-solving, leadership, creativity, attention to detail, and ability to manage teams and timelines effectively.

About the Benefits:

We offer an attractive tax-free salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer generous F&B benefits, reduced hotel rates across our properties globally, excellent leave and health care package including dental coverage, life insurance, incentive programs and other employee benefits making the role attractive to high performers and any applicant looking for a career with one of the most luxurious brands in the hospitality industry.