Senior Design Manager
Senior Design Manager – Abu Dhabi
We are seeking an experienced Senior Design Manager to join our Abu Dhabi team. In this role, you will lead the design delivery of leisure, entertainment, and large‑scale building projects, working closely with multi‑disciplinary teams to drive innovative, sustainable, and buildable solutions.
Responsibilities- Lead and manage the end‑to‑end design process from concept through detailed design to construction documentation.
- Coordinate and integrate architectural, structural, and MEP disciplines to deliver fully aligned solutions.
- Oversee and review all design deliverables, drawings, and specifications to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance with project requirements.
- Manage design schedules, budgets, and risks, providing clear reporting to senior leadership and clients.
- Facilitate design workshops, resolve technical challenges, and support value engineering initiatives.
- Maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships, securing timely approvals and ensuring alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
- Promote innovative and sustainable design practices, aligned with Zutari’s values and project aspirations.
- Minimum 10 years’ experience, including at least 5 years in design delivery and 2 years in a Design Manager or similar leadership role.
- Educational background in Structural or Architectural Engineering (preferred).
- Proven track record in leisure, entertainment, or large‑scale building projects.
- Experience working with major consultancies or leading developers in Abu Dhabi.
- Strong leadership, communication, and project coordination skills.
- Proficiency in BIM platforms and digital design tools is an advantage.
We believe that a diverse workforce is a key to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment, and we work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices.
Job DetailsRole Level: Mid‑Level
Work Type:
Full‑Time
Country:
United Arab Emirates
City:
Abu Dhabi
Company Website:
Job Function:
Information Technology (IT)
Sector:
Design Services
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