Senior Design Manager — On-Site Delivery & FF&E

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 350,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in Riyadh is seeking a Design Manager to lead the design team and oversee the design process from development to site execution. Regular site attendance and coordination with contractors, consultants and stakeholders are essential to ensure the approved design is implemented.

The role requires 15–20 years of relevant experience, strong FF&E expertise, and proven design management and on-site supervision skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design or a related field.
• 15–20 years of relevant experience, including solid experience in a Design Manager role and Site Supervision.
• Strong experience in design management, interior fit-out and FF&E projects.
• Proven experience supervising design teams and following design execution on site.
• Good knowledge of construction methods, materials and multidisciplinary coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, supervise the Design Team and the Works execution on site.
• Manage design deliverables, coordination and approvals across multiple projects.
• Review design drawings, specifications, materials and technical submissions.
• Oversee FF&E projects, including design development, material selection, procurement coordination, installation and handover.
• Attend sites regularly to monitor and supervise the execution of the approved design.
• Ensure the contractor’s work complies with the approved drawings, specifications, materials and required quality standards.
• Follow up with contractors on design-related matters and resolve site issues in coordination with the relevant disciplines.
• Review shop drawings, material submittals, samples, mock-ups and RFIs.
• Coordinate architectural, interior design, MEP and specialist requirements.
• Monitor design progress, identify risks and delays, and ensure timely corrective actions.
• Attend coordination and progress meetings and provide clear status updates.
• Support site inspections, snagging, close-out and final handover.

Skills

Design management

Team supervision

Coordination

On-site supervision

FF&E experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design

Tools

Design software

Project management software

Job description

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in Riyadh is seeking a Design Manager to lead the design team and oversee the design process from development to site execution. Regular site attendance and coordination with contractors, consultants and stakeholders are essential to ensure the approved design is implemented.

The role requires 15–20 years of relevant experience, strong FF&E expertise, and proven design management and on-site supervision skills.