Design Director - Multidisciplinary Studio (Saudi Arabia)

One95 Global; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 149,981 - 262,467; Full time

Job summary

One95 Global is seeking an experienced Design Director in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to lead a multi-discipline design studio. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture and at least 15 years of experience in architectural design, including senior leadership roles. Responsibilities include providing design leadership, overseeing project stages, and ensuring design excellence while managing commercial pressures. This role requires strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• 15+ years’ experience in architectural design environments, with time in senior leadership roles.
• Proven experience leading a multi-discipline design studio or large architectural practice.
• Strong portfolio of delivering large-scale, complex developments.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall design leadership across the design studio.
• Act as the design authority and set quality benchmarks.
• Lead teams through all project stages from concept to delivery.
• Oversee design reviews and quality control processes.
• Collaborate with clients and stakeholders for successful outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

Job description

One95 Global is seeking an experienced Design Director in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to lead a multi-discipline design studio. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture and at least 15 years of experience in architectural design, including senior leadership roles. Responsibilities include providing design leadership, overseeing project stages, and ensuring design excellence while managing commercial pressures. This role requires strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.