SENIOR DESIGN MANAGER - INFRASTRUCTURE

Jobs For Humanity; Abu Dhabi; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRalis seeks a Senior Design Manager to lead design efforts in Abu Dhabi. The role requires overseeing design consultants, managing stakeholder communications, and ensuring quality project delivery. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience in architectural design and strong leadership skills, with prior Abu Dhabi experience preferred.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Life insurance coverage

Comprehensive medical insurance

Paid annual leave

Company gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus

Annual flight contribution

Transport and housing allowances

Employee wellbeing programs

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience as a design manager, preferably on hospitality projects.
• LEED experience is advantageous.
• Previous working experience in Abu Dhabi is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the design process throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure adherence to AtkinsRalis processes and client requirements.
• Manage and assist with the procurement of Design Consultants.

Skills

Leadership

Client-facing skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture

Job description

AtkinsRalis is looking for a Senior Design Manager (Infrastructure) in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

About AtkinsRalis

Created through the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data, and technology to transform infrastructure and energy systems worldwide. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients, delivering end-to-end services across the entire asset lifecycle, including consulting, advisory, environmental services, intelligent networks, cybersecurity, design, engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning, and capital projects. Our capabilities serve strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear, and Capital. For more information, visit our website or follow us on LinkedIn.

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As a Senior Design Manager, you will lead and manage the design process throughout the project lifecycle. You will work closely with clients, design consultants, and other stakeholders to ensure project objectives meet client requirements and expectations.

You will assist the Programme Director/Design Director or Senior Project Manager in ensuring scope delivery aligns with AtkinsRalis and client expectations.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure adherence to AtkinsRalis processes, forms, and deliverables, and when required, client processes and forms.
• Assist in developing scope of services for Lead Design Consultants (LDC).
• Manage and assist with the procurement of Design Consultants.
• Develop and implement the Design Management Plan (DMP).
• Create a design responsibility matrix to clarify roles among the Client, PMC, Design Consultants, and other stakeholders.
• Assist in developing the Project Quality Plan.
• Manage the LDC to deliver quality outputs on time, within budget, and to client expectations.
• Oversee and coordinate the activities of Design Consultants throughout the project, functioning as the management lead for design and technical reviews.
• Facilitate communication between the client and the LDC team.
• Manage the design process, including weekly progress meetings, workshops, stage gate submissions, and approvals.
• Review consultant deliverables to ensure compliance with project brief and client requirements.
• Assist with stakeholder meetings, agendas, minutes, and presentations.
• Coordinate project documentation updates with Document Controllers.
• Support change management processes, including risk management, cost, and schedule control.
• Assist in value management during design stages.
• Manage BIM compliance with project requirements, supported by the BIM manager.
• Oversee sustainability compliance, assisted by LEED support.
• Develop statutory approval workflows in line with client and authority requirements.
• Prepare technical documentation for construction tenders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

  Qualifications:

  • 10-15 years of experience as a design manager, preferably on hospitality projects.
  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture.
  • LEED experience is advantageous.
  • Mandatory: Previous working experience in Abu Dhabi.
  • Ability to work in a team and be client-facing.
  • Active leadership style.

  Why choose AtkinsRalis

  • Tax-free salary
  • Life insurance coverage
  • Comprehensive medical insurance
  • Paid annual leave
  • Company gratuity scheme
  • Discretionary bonus
  • Annual flight contribution
  • Transport and housing allowances
  • Employee wellbeing programs

  We care for our people and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We promote diversity and equal opportunity, ensuring fair treatment for all employees and applicants.

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  Remote Work : No

  
  

  Employment Type : Full-time