Head of Architecture & Design — Hospitality & Retail

Urban Ridge Supplies; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Urban Ridge Supplies in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, seeks a General Manager – Architecture & Design to lead the Architecture & Design division, guiding design excellence and project delivery.

The role requires a seasoned architect with a strong business mindset to drive growth, manage multidisciplinary teams, and build lasting client relationships across hospitality, retail, F&B, and commercial sectors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture.
• Professional registration or architectural license is preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in Architecture & Design, with at least 7 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven experience leading architecture and design firms or large multidisciplinary design departments.
• Strong portfolio of hospitality, F&B, restaurants, cafés, retail, commercial, and mixed-use developments.
• Extensive knowledge of architectural design, interior design coordination, BIM workflows, and project management.
• Demonstrated success in business development, client acquisition, contract negotiations, and strategic planning.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience managing P&L, project budgets, and operational performance.
• Proficiency in industry-standard software including Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, BIM 360, and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall operations, strategic direction, and business performance of the Architecture & Design division.
• Develop and execute the company's business growth strategy, identifying new opportunities and expanding the client portfolio.
• Oversee the planning, design, coordination, and successful delivery of multiple architectural and interior design projects.
• Ensure all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with client expectations and quality standards.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams including Architects, Interior Designers, BIM Managers, BIM Architects, BIM Modelers, and Project Coordinators.
• Establish and maintain design standards, technical excellence, and best practices across all projects.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and key stakeholders.
• Participate in client presentations, project negotiations, and executive-level meetings.
• Review and approve concept designs, design development packages, construction documentation, and technical submissions.
• Monitor project profitability, resource planning, budgets, and overall business performance.
• Drive innovation by implementing new technologies, BIM methodologies, and sustainable design practices.
• Mentor and develop department leaders while fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, international design standards, health & safety requirements, and company policies.

Skills

Executive Leadership

Strategic Planning

Client Relationship Management

Team Leadership

Communication

Financial & Commercial Management

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Navisworks

BIM 360

MS Office

Job description

Urban Ridge Supplies in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, seeks a General Manager – Architecture & Design to lead the Architecture & Design division, guiding design excellence and project delivery.

The role requires a seasoned architect with a strong business mindset to drive growth, manage multidisciplinary teams, and build lasting client relationships across hospitality, retail, F&B, and commercial sectors.