Pre-Contract Design Lead for Real Estate Master Plans

Blake Anderson; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Blake Anderson is seeking a Design Manager - Pre-Contract to lead design management from concept to tender for high-profile developments in Dubai. You will coordinate internal teams and external consultants to deliver integrated design outputs aligned with project briefs, timelines and commercial goals.

The ideal candidate has 8–12 years in design or project management within real estate, with UAE/GCC experience preferred and a PMP-like certification advantageous.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-12 years in design or project management in development environments.
• Experience with pre-contract design management for residential/hospitality/mixed-use projects.
• Experience in UAE/GCC region preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead pre-contract design management from concept to tender.
• Coordinate design programmes and align with development briefs and commercial targets.
• Review design submissions for buildability and compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external consultants.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Consultant coordination

Time management

Leadership

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelors in Architecture

PM Certification (PMP or equivalent)

Job description

Blake Anderson is seeking a Design Manager - Pre-Contract to lead design management from concept to tender for high-profile developments in Dubai. You will coordinate internal teams and external consultants to deliver integrated design outputs aligned with project briefs, timelines and commercial goals.

The ideal candidate has 8–12 years in design or project management within real estate, with UAE/GCC experience preferred and a PMP-like certification advantageous.