Modular Design Project Lead

Arena Europe, Middle East & Asia; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Job summary

Arena Europe, Middle East & Asia seeks an experienced Project Design Manager to lead the complete design process for modular construction projects in Riyadh, coordinating Architecture, Interior Design, MEP, Structural, and Fire & Life Safety packages. You will manage multidisciplinary design teams, ensure design quality and compliance with KSA authorities, and support tendering and cost-control efforts.

A minimum 10 years in Design Management is required, with proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or related design discipline.
• 10-15 years of experience in Architecture, Design & Build, Construction, Modular Construction, Hospitality, or Commercial projects.
• Minimum 10 years of Design Management or Lead Design experience.
• Strong experience managing multidisciplinary design teams and complex project stakeholders.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Adobe Suite, and other relevant design software.
• Strong knowledge of KSA authority approval processes, building codes, and construction practices.
• Experience in Design & Build project environments.
• Excellent leadership, communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to balance design excellence and project budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the design process from concept through to technical design, IFC documentation, authority approvals, and site execution.
• Act as the primary design point of contact for clients, consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary design teams, ensuring seamless collaboration between Architecture, Structure, MEP, Interior Design, and Technical teams.
• Oversee project design programmes, deliverables, submissions, and design quality standards.
• Lead design workshops, coordination meetings, and stakeholder reviews.
• Review design packages, technical submissions, material specifications, and contractor documentation.
• Ensure compliance with relevant authority requirements, codes, regulations, and project standards.
• Support tendering, estimating, value engineering, and cost-control initiatives.
• Resolve design clashes and technical challenges throughout project development and delivery.
• Conduct site visits to support project teams and ensure design intent is maintained during construction.
• Manage and mentor Project Architects, BIM/CAD Technicians, Visualisers, and other design resources.
• Maintain project documentation, design trackers, and adherence to company design procedures.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SketchUp

Adobe Suite

Job description

Arena Europe, Middle East & Asia seeks an experienced Project Design Manager to lead the complete design process for modular construction projects in Riyadh, coordinating Architecture, Interior Design, MEP, Structural, and Fire & Life Safety packages. You will manage multidisciplinary design teams, ensure design quality and compliance with KSA authorities, and support tendering and cost-control efforts.

A minimum 10 years in Design Management is required, with proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit,