Director of Design Management — Landmark Developments

Qiddiya Investment Company 1; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Qiddiya Investment Company is seeking a Director - Design Management to lead multidisciplinary design programs from concept to detailed design, ensuring alignment with project objectives, quality, compliance, and delivery timelines in our Saudi development portfolio.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management and 12+ years of experience directing large-scale design efforts, coordinating consultants, and presenting progress to executives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management is required.
• 12+ years of experience leading large-scale design management across complex development projects.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary consultants and delivering coordinated design packages.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary design teams across concept, schematic, and detailed design phases.
• Manage external consultants to deliver coordinated, high-quality design packages on schedule.
• Oversee design reviews, approvals, and compliance with project standards and regulations.
• Align design outcomes with budget, program, stakeholder expectations, and development objectives.
• Present design progress, risks, and recommendations to executive leadership and key stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Design coordination

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management

Job description

Qiddiya Investment Company is seeking a Director - Design Management to lead multidisciplinary design programs from concept to detailed design, ensuring alignment with project objectives, quality, compliance, and delivery timelines in our Saudi development portfolio.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management and 12+ years of experience directing large-scale design efforts, coordinating consultants, and presenting progress to executives.