Studio Lead: Design, Production & Fabrication

Tiger Recruitment Ltd.

Dubai

On-site

AED 240,000 - 480,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Tiger Recruitment Ltd. is seeking an experienced Design Production & Manufacturing Lead to steer a multidisciplinary team of designers, 3D visualisers and technical specialists in Dubai.

You will oversee concept, design development, prototyping, manufacturing and installation to deliver projects on time and to budget. The role requires strong architectural or engineering background, experience in interiors, furniture and fabrication, and the ability to translate design intent into manufacturable

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Engineering or a closely related technical discipline.
Ideally 10–15 years of relevant professional experience including technical design, interiors, furniture, product development, fabrication and installation.
Proven experience leading a multidisciplinary design team.
Strong understanding of architectural detailing, engineering principles, construction, materials and manufacturing.
Demonstrable experience taking projects from concept through technical development, fabrication and installation.
Strong ability to review and challenge technical drawings, shop drawings and manufacturing proposals.
Excellent understanding of production tolerances, structural considerations, fixing methods, materials and fabrication processes.
Strong project planning, costing, negotiation, supplier-management and problem-solving skills.
Professional proficiency in AutoCAD and relevant design and technical software.
Experience with Revit, Rhino, SketchUp, SolidWorks and Adobe Creative Suite is advantageous.
Strong written and spoken English; Arabic is an advantage.
Knowledge of UAE contractors, manufacturers, workshops and suppliers is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Design & Team Leadership: Lead and manage the Design & Production team, establishing clear responsibilities, priorities, timelines and deliverables.
Review and approve design development, technical drawings, 3D visualisations and production documentation before manufacture or client submission.
Mentor team members and strengthen their technical understanding of materials, fabrication and production.
Design Development & Technical Delivery: Lead projects from approved concept through technical development, production and installation.
Ensure designs are properly resolved in relation to structure, dimensions, ergonomics, materials, construction and manufacturing requirements.
Review technical drawings, shop drawings, specifications and construction details for accuracy and buildability.
Production, Manufacturing & Quality Control: Oversee the complete production process from design approval through prototyping, fabrication, installation and final delivery.
Determine appropriate manufacturing methods based on design intent, quality, budget, quantity and lead time.
Maintain rigorous quality control across fabrication, finishing, assembly, packaging, transportation and installation.
Suppliers, Manufacturers & Material Research: Build and maintain a reliable network of UAE and international manufacturers, fabricators, contractors, craftspeople and specialist suppliers.
Evaluate suppliers according to technical capability, craftsmanship, reliability, cost, capacity and lead time.
Research new materials, manufacturing technologies and production opportunities, with emphasis on UAE manufacturing and regional craft techniques.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit

Rhino

SketchUp

SolidWorks

Adobe Creative Suite

English communication

Project management

Costing

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture/Engineering

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