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

JLL; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) in Riyadh is seeking a Design Manager to lead the design team and oversee on-site implementation from development through completion. Regular site attendance and coordination with contractors and stakeholders are essential.

The role requires 15–20 years of experience in design management, interior fit-out, FF&E and strong organizational skills for multi-project coordination. Saudi Arabia/GCC experience is valued; on-site work in Riyadh is expected.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, supervise the Design Team and implement Works on site.
• Coordinate design deliverables, approvals across multiple projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, materials and submissions.
• Oversee FF&E projects from design to handover, including procurement.
• Attend sites regularly to monitor execution of the approved design.
• Ensure contractor work complies with drawings and quality standards.
• Follow up with contractors on design-related issues and resolve site issues.
• Review shop drawings, submittals, samples, mock-ups and RFIs.
• Coordinate architectural, interior design, MEP and specialist needs.
• Monitor progress, identify risks and bring timely actions.
• Attend progress meetings and provide status updates.
• Support inspections, snagging, close-out and handover.

Skills

Architecture

Interior design

Design management

Site supervision

FF&E

Coordination

Construction methods

Communication

Project management software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Interior Design

Tools

Design software

Project management software

Job description

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) in Riyadh is seeking a Design Manager to lead the design team and oversee on-site implementation from development through completion. Regular site attendance and coordination with contractors and stakeholders are essential.

The role requires 15–20 years of experience in design management, interior fit-out, FF&E and strong organizational skills for multi-project coordination. Saudi Arabia/GCC experience is valued; on-site work in Riyadh is expected.