Graduate Assistant Design Manager; UAEN

Thrive on openness, respect, and collaboration? Good. Us too. Join as our new Graduate – Assistant Design Manager and thrive in a Project Design Management team where the courage to create and tackling complex challenges is intrinsic.

Here at Buro Happold, expect the exceptional.

From the projects you will work on to the clients we work with. From career-defining opportunities to an inclusive and diverse practice where we all contribute to a more equitable world. From our reputation to our relationships. Wherever your Buro Happold career takes you, it’ll be anything but ordinary.

Your next role

Buro Happold has a clear strategic plan, strong learning culture and entrepreneurial mindset that will allow you to thrive. You’ll be part of something bigger than us all where sustainability, equity, social and performance outcomes matter. All of Buro Happold is committed to doing the right thing, even when that’s the hardest thing. This is a genuine opportunity to make impact - and leave real legacy.

Your key duties

As a Graduate in Project Design Management, you will work closely with senior team members to support the delivery of Design Management Services. We are seeking a motivated and talented individuals to join our team in Dubai, UAE. This role is ideal for a recent graduate who is passionate about Architecture, design and eager to develop their skills in a dynamic and supportive environment.

• Assist in the management and coordination of design projects from inception to completion.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure design objectives are met.
• Support the preparation of design documents, reports, and presentations.
• Conduct research and analysis to inform design decisions.
• Participate in client meetings and presentations.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Assist in the development and implementation of design strategies.
• Provide administrative support to the design management team as needed.

Your skills and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Design Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of design principles and methodologies.
• Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

What we offer you

• Bring your knowledge and expertise to one of the world’s most respected consultancies.
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Attractive salary and benefits package
• A strong commitment to your continuous development. Whatever stage in your career, we have a learning and development programme that will enable and empower you
• Entitlement to two memberships to professional bodies or subscriptions
• An international culture that wherever your career takes you at Buro Happold, you won’t be far from the exceptional.

At Buro Happold, everyone else’s extraordinary is just our everyday.

A place for everyone

Buro Happold values individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of the way you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers.

Our exceptional portfolio of projects is the result of the diversity of thought, identities, backgrounds and experiences that shape us. Appreciating each other’s differences is key, we want employees to feel they don’t have to mask elements of their identity to thrive.

We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalised groups in the built environment and are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another. Embracing difference allows us to develop the most innovative and elegant solutions.

Please let us know if there are any adjustments, we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Contact  so we can work with you to support you throughout your application.