Senior Project Manager (Design) - Buildings

GHD; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD is seeking a Senior Project Manager – Design Management to lead the design delivery for complex Buildings & Property projects from our Abu Dhabi team. You will drive the design process, coordinate multidisciplinary groups, and ensure compliance with local authorities in the UAE.

The role requires a minimum of 10 years in design management, a degree in Architecture or Civil Engineering, and a PMP (or equivalent) is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in design management for buildings and property developments, preferably in the UAE or GCC region.
• Proven track record in managing design for high-rise, mixed-use, commercial, or institutional buildings.
• Strong understanding of local authority processes and permitting requirements.
• PMP certification or equivalent is preferred.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the design process across building and property projects, ensuring alignment with client expectations and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary design teams and external consultants to deliver high-quality, timely outputs.
• Oversee design reviews, approvals, and compliance with local authority requirements (e.g., ADM, ADWEA).
• Manage project schedules, budgets, risks, and change control processes.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement, including clients, contractors, and government entities.
• Support pre-contract and post-contract phases, including technical evaluations and tender documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coordination

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or Civil Engineering

Job description

Job Description

With over 14,000 professionals globally, GHD is a leading multidisciplinary professional services company delivering engineering, design, and advisory solutions across water, energy, resources, environment, property & buildings, and transportation sectors

About the role

GHD is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Project Manager – Design Management to join our Abu Dhabi team, leading the design delivery of complex projects within the Buildings & Property sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the design process across building and property projects, ensuring alignment with client expectations and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary design teams and external consultants to deliver high‑quality, timely outputs.
• Oversee design reviews, approvals, and compliance with local authority requirements (e.g., ADM, ADWEA).
• Manage project schedules, budgets, risks, and change control processes.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement, including clients, contractors, and government entities.
• Support pre‑contract and post‑contract phases, including technical evaluations and tender documentation.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in design management for buildings and property developments, preferably in the UAE or GCC region.
• Proven track record in managing design for high‑rise, mixed‑use, commercial, or institutional buildings.
• Strong understanding of local authority processes and permitting requirements.
• PMP certification or equivalent is preferred.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and coordination skills.