Senior Design Coordinator

Pioneer International Projects Management; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 279,000 - 390,600; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management consultancy in Abu Dhabi is looking for a Senior Design Coordinator. The role involves leading multidisciplinary design activities, ensuring compliance with local and international standards, and coordinating between clients, consultants, and internal teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Engineering, with at least 15 years of experience, strong communication skills, and a deep understanding of UAE/GCC codes. Immediate availability is preferred and the position offers an excellent opportunity to manage complex projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in design coordination within a consultancy.
• Strong knowledge of UAE and GCC authority requirements and codes.
• Proven experience coordinating multidisciplinary design teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate multidisciplinary design inputs across various disciplines.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications and local codes.
• Liaise with clients and authorities to facilitate approvals.
• Review design submissions for quality and coordination.
• Resolve design conflicts and monitor design progress.

Skills

Design coordination

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or Engineering

Job description

• Min. Degree:Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or Engineering.

Purpose

The Senior Design Coordinator is responsible for leading and coordinating multidisciplinary design activities to ensure that all design deliverables comply with project requirements, applicable codes, standards, and authority regulations. The role acts as a key interface between clients, consultants, and internal design teams, ensuring seamless coordination, timely delivery, and resolution of technical issues throughout the design development stages.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage multidisciplinary design inputs across architectural, structural, and MEP disciplines.
• Ensure all design deliverables comply with project specifications, contractual requirements, and relevant local and international codes and standards.
• Liaise effectively with clients, authorities, consultants, and internal project teams to facilitate design approvals and address technical queries.
• Review design submissions, drawings, reports, and specifications to ensure quality, coordination, and constructability.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve design conflicts, inconsistencies, and technical issues in a timely manner.
• Monitor design progress against agreed schedules and support the project team in meeting key milestones.
• Coordinate authority submission packages and support the approval process with relevant UAE/GCC authorities.
• Participate in design coordination meetings, workshops, and technical reviews.
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior designers and discipline engineers as required.
• Ensure design changes are properly managed, documented, and communicated to all stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or Engineering.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in design coordination, preferably within a consultancy environment.
• Strong knowledge of UAE and GCC authority requirements, codes, standards, and approval processes.
• Proven experience coordinating multidisciplinary design teams on complex projects.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong problem-solving ability with attention to detail and design quality.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, multi-project environment.
• Experience on large-scale commercial, residential or mixed-use, projects is preferred.
• Available in UAE / Immediate joiners preferred

Pioneer IPMC was established to provide integrated Project Management Consultancy Services across a wide range of sectors and industries. With a team of professionals well-versed in all aspects of industry contracts, Pioneer IPMC has successfully managed change while leveraging deep industry insights, cultural intelligence, and unmatched experience. This strong foundation has enabled the company to deliver exceptional project outcomes and establish a reputation for excellence in the field.

Office M01 & M02 (Mezzanine Floor)
C5 Tower, Al Bateen Gardens
P.O. Box 129590, Abu Dhabi, UAE