Senior Design Manager

Fletcher Piccolo Associates (FPA); Dubai; Presencial; AED 420 000 - 720 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Fletcher Piccolo Associates (FPA) in Dubai is seeking a design-driven professional with extensive experience in high-end real estate projects who can manage multiple schemes. The position requires strong architectural expertise combined with experience in a leading consultancy.

You will lead design for high-profile developments, mentor junior designers, coordinate with top architects and internal teams, and ensure delivery aligns with brand standards and project goals.

Qualificações

• Extensive experience in high-end real estate developments and branded residences.
• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Architecture, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years of experience with strong design background.
• Experience in a PMC or development management environment.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent client-facing communication and leadership skills.
• Dynamic, open, adaptable personality with proactive problem-solving.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and manage design for multiple high-profile projects with quality and consistency.
• Serve as primary client contact, aligning expectations.
• Coordinate with top architects and multidisciplinary design teams.
• Guide pre-concept, conceptual, and detailed design stages.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align design with delivery objectives.
• Oversee design reviews, approvals, and technical docs.
• Ensure compliance with project standards and brand requirements.
• Support design strategies, briefs, and feasibility studies.
• Monitor progress, deadlines, and anticipate challenges.
• Mentor junior designers to promote collaboration.

Conhecimentos

High-end real estate design

Project leadership

Client-facing communication

Mentoring junior designers

Branded residences experience

PMC / development management

Design reviews & documentation

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree in Design/Architecture

Master’s degree preferred

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Our Client is a leading global real estate and consulting firm, providing end-to-end services across design management, project management, property, and investment advisory.

The Role

We are looking for a design-driven professional with experience in high-end real estate projects who can manage multiple schemes. The position requires strong architectural expertise combined with experience in a leading consultancy.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage design for multiple high-profile projects, ensuring design quality, innovation, and consistency across all stages.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, maintaining clear communication and ensuring their expectations are met.
• Manage and coordinate with top architects and multidisciplinary design teams, ensuring alignment with project goals.
• Provide guidance and oversight on pre-concept, conceptual, and detailed design stages.
• Collaborate with internal teams to integrate design vision with project delivery objectives.
• Oversee design reviews, approvals, and technical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with project standards, brand requirements, and industry best practices.
• Support the development of design strategies, design briefs, and feasibility studies.
• Monitor design progress, manage deadlines, and anticipate potential design challenges.
• Mentor and guide junior designers, promoting a collaborative and efficient working environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in high-end real estate developments and branded residences.
• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Architecture, or a related field; a Master’s degree is a plus.
• 10 + years of experience, with a strong design background.
• Experience working within a PMC or development management environment.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent client-facing, communication, and leadership skills.
• Dynamic, open, and adaptable personality with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Experience with pre-concept and design competition projects.