Design Manager - Architecture and Urban Design

Parsons; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 312,480 - 401,760; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career advancement opportunities

Innovative project environment

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Job summary

Parsons is seeking a Design Manager for Architecture and Urban Design in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This role involves leading design management activities across various projects, ensuring compliance with local regulations and delivering high-quality outputs. Ideal candidates will have at least 10 years of experience, strong project management skills, and a background in architecture.

Join Parsons to collaborate with experts and advance your career in a dynamic global environment, contributing to innovative urban development initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in building design, master planning, and urban development.
• Proven experience managing teams within architecture or engineering environments.
• Familiarity with Saudi Arabian regulatory frameworks and development standards.
• Knowledge of sustainability standards such as LEED or Mostadam.
• Excellent communication skills in English, with Arabic as an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead design management activities across building and urban development projects.
• Collaborate with design leadership and client teams to align project objectives.
• Manage consultants and ensure delivery of high-quality design outputs through all project stages.
• Coordinate with project managers, architects, engineers, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Plan and manage workflows, ensuring efficient reporting and project planning processes.
• Act as a key liaison with clients and maintain strong professional relationships.
• Prepare client reports, technical proposals, work plans, and project schedules.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks and project standards.
• Support design quality, innovation, and sustainability across all project phases.

Skills

Design coordination and project management expertise

Stakeholder and client management skills

Strong understanding of architecture and urban design principles

Planning, scheduling, and reporting capabilities

Problem-solving and decision-making skills

Knowledge of sustainable design practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Job description

Design Manager - Architecture and Urban Design

Role: Design Manager

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Industry: Engineering

Function: Project Management

Experience: 10 years

Job Type: Full-time

Overview

Design Manager - Architecture and Urban Design role in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia within the Engineering industry is a hiring opportunity for experienced professionals specializing in building design, master planning, and urban development. This role leads design coordination and ensures successful delivery of complex projects from concept through construction.

Country: Saudi Arabia

City: Riyadh

Salary: 28000-36000 – Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.

Gender: Any

Candidate Nationality: Any

Key Responsibilities

• Lead design management activities across building and urban development projects
• Collaborate with design leadership and client teams to align project objectives
• Manage consultants and ensure delivery of high-quality design outputs through all project stages
• Coordinate with project managers, architects, engineers, and multidisciplinary teams
• Plan and manage workflows, ensuring efficient reporting and project planning processes
• Act as a key liaison with clients and maintain strong professional relationships
• Prepare client reports, technical proposals, work plans, and project schedules
• Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks and project standards
• Support design quality, innovation, and sustainability across all project phases

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture from a recognized institution
• Minimum 10 years of experience in building design, master planning, and urban development
• Proven experience managing teams within architecture or engineering environments
• Familiarity with Saudi Arabian regulatory frameworks and development standards
• Strong leadership and project delivery capabilities
• Knowledge of sustainability standards such as LEED or Mostadam
• Excellent communication skills in English, with Arabic as an advantage

Skills Set

• Design coordination and project management expertise
• Stakeholder and client management skills
• Strong understanding of architecture and urban design principles
• Planning, scheduling, and reporting capabilities
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Knowledge of sustainable design practices

Why Join Us

• Lead complex architectural and urban development projects in Saudi Arabia
• Work within a global engineering organization delivering innovative designs
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and industry experts
• Career advancement in design leadership and project management roles

About the Company

Parsons Corporation is a global engineering and infrastructure solutions provider delivering innovative projects across architecture, construction, and urban development sectors. With a strong presence in Saudi Arabia, Parsons supports major national developments and offers professionals opportunities to lead, innovate, and grow in a dynamic environment.