Senior Design Director - Architecture & Strategy Leader

SM Engineering Design and Development Corp.; Pasay; On-site; PHP 1,800,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

SM Engineering Design and Development Corp. is seeking a Business Leader with a strong architectural background to drive the design team's performance and project outcomes.

You will set strategic direction, mentor leaders, and ensure design initiatives align with broader business goals. The role demands a licensed architect with at least 15 years of experience leading complex design programs in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of design experience, including leadership roles.
• Proven track record in leading complex design projects.
• Strong strategic, creative, and business acumen.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and accountability for the successful delivery of design projects.
• Ensure projects meet strategic objectives, timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Act as the primary decision-maker for design direction and approvals.
• Manage risks and resolve high-level project issues.
• Identify, develop, and implement new design methods, tools, and processes.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation across design practices.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Encourage creative thinking and forward-looking solutions within the team.
• Set clear goals and performance expectations for the design team.
• Motivate, mentor, and develop team members while fostering a culture of excellence.
• Align design strategies with overall business objectives.
• Represent the design function in leadership discussions and stakeholder engagements.

Skills

Leadership

Architecture

Project management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Licensed Architect

Job description

SM Engineering Design and Development Corp. is seeking a Business Leader with a strong architectural background to drive the design team's performance and project outcomes.

You will set strategic direction, mentor leaders, and ensure design initiatives align with broader business goals. The role demands a licensed architect with at least 15 years of experience leading complex design programs in a fast-paced environment.