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Design Manager

    • Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
    • Min. Years: 5
    • Min. Degree: Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, or related engineering disciplined
    Purpose: We are seeking an experienced Design Manager with a strong background in building construction projects within a consultancy environment. The successful candidate will lead and coordinate multidisciplinary design teams, ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality, compliant design packages in line with client requirements, project specifications, and local authority regulations. Key Responsibilities:
    • Manage and lead the design process from concept through detailed design to IFC stage.
    • Coordinate architectural, structural, MEP, and specialist disciplines to ensure fully integrated and clash-free design deliverables.
    • Review and approve drawings, specifications, BOQs, and technical submissions prior to client issuance.
    • Ensure compliance with contract requirements, local authority regulations, and international building standards.
    • Conduct regular design coordination meetings and resolve technical/interface issues proactively.
    • Support management in financial analysis and strategic decision-making.
    • Monitor design schedules and ensure deliverables are submitted on time.
    • Manage design changes, value engineering proposals, and technical queries.
    • Oversee authority submissions and secure necessary approvals.
    • Provide technical support during construction and resolve design-related site issues.
    • Implement QA/QC procedures to maintain high standards of design documentation.
    Qualifications and Experience:
        • Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
        • 15 to 20 years of experience in building construction projects within a consultancy firm.
        • At least 5 years in a Design Manager or senior design coordination role.
        • Proven experience in residential, commercial, hospitality, high-rise, or mixed-use developments.
        • Strong knowledge of building codes, authority approval processes, and multidisciplinary coordination.
        • Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
        • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM platforms.
        • Experience in UAE/GCC projects preferred.
        • Available in UAE / Immediate joiners preferred.
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