Design Manager (Architectural) - PMC

Saudi Arabia  |  Permanent

Our Global Project Management Consultancy client has a new requirement for a well experienced consultant Architectural Design Manager to join their team in Tabuk, KSA. Successful candidates will have a proven background as an Architectural Design Manager managing the full spectrum of architecture design for different asset types. The incumbent serves as a capable professional in an architectural design team, leading work on specific elements of a project with minimal direction and supervision of a Senior Architect or senior team member working on major high rise projects across the GCC and a proven background working in a recognised PMC or Developer business.


This role is available for immediate joining and is a direct hire, permanent opportunity, employed by our client.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for the design quality and coordination of design between different design streams.
  • Manages compliance with masterplan, vision, and engineering integration.
  • Manages Safety in Design.
  • Liaison with delivery teams and integration of designs.
  • Assist in developing architecture design style.
  • Managing the design with a creative approach and aesthetic focus.
  • Responsible for delivering various architectural design types: residential, commercial, public, healthcare, educational, etc.
  • Strong ability to prepare, develop, and edit drawings and presentations.
  • Conduct qualitative architectural design reviews, provide comments, and make recommendations.
  • Draft comprehensive architectural sets from concept to detailed design documents.
  • Develop and review architectural asset briefs.
  • Prepare Scopes of Work (SoW), specifications, reports, and related data tables.
  • Take initiative to develop design manuals and standard design documents.
  • Possess technical detailing and construction administration experience.
  • Research new technologies and trends.
  • Produce deliverables in accordance with standards and policies.


Architectural Design Manager Experience:

  • Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) or Bachelor of Science in Architecture (B.Sc) from a recognized university.
  • Postgraduate degree in Architecture.
  • International Accreditations (e.g., RIBA, AIA, or equivalent).
  • Sustainability Certification (e.g., LEED, PQP, or equivalent).
  • 20 years of architectural design and management experience post-undergraduate studies.
  • Experience in various architectural types: residential, commercial, public, healthcare, educational, etc.
  • Middle Eastern design experience is highly appreciated
  • Outstanding creative and design skills.
  • Ability to think outside the box and see the big picture.
  • Excellent conceptual and aesthetic design skills.
  • Creative thinking, visioning, and innovation.
  • Proactive, reliable, accountable, independent, and collaborative.
  • Exceptional relationship-building and interpersonal skills.
  • Attention to detail with a methodical work approach.
  • Flexibility and alignment with company objectives.
  • Ability to maintain cordial relationships with clients and stakeholders.
  • Commitment to innovation and design excellence.
  • Outstanding presentation skills.
  • Ability to convey clear project narratives and conceptual ideas to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Proficiency in design tools such as Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, Adobe Suite, Grasshopper, V-Ray, and other illustrative technologies.
  • Effective use of electronic processes to enhance quality and efficiency.
  • Solid knowledge of products, materials, zoning/building codes, and construction methods.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
  • Keen attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to take initiative.
  • A team player with a flexible attitude toward new ways of working and collaboration


Interested candidates are invited to share their up to date CV and details directly to jobs@j10consulting.ae for further review and process


Date Posted: 16 Dec 2024

Status: Filled