Design Manager

Overview

Our client is a major property real estate development firm, part of a major Saudi conglomerate holding firm, and is about to commence four new residential towers in Qatar. They are seeking a Technical / Design Manager who will work with the delivery team to drive consultants and contractors to deliver documentation on schedule. In this role, you will act as the client’s representative to ensure management of the client’s risk and financial returns for a mega 8-tower residential high rise project.

• Company:
  Diversified Holding Group
• Location:
  
  Doha, Qatar
• Competitive expatriate salary package and benefits

• Manage the design and submittal process while maintaining the vision of the delivery process; coordinate contractors’ shop drawings and material submittals.
• Manage the consultant team to ensure quick turnaround and thorough reviews of contractors’ work.
• Establish and manage tracking, reporting and scheduling systems that demonstrate efficient client team processing of information to prevent delay claims.
• Coordinate RFIs and design clarifications to ensure construction aligns technically and aesthetically with the client’s vision.
• Serve as liaison with regulatory authorities to obtain master developer approvals for key submittals.

• Degree in architecture with at least 10 years of proven design experience on high‑rise residential or complex projects; preference for similar projects.
• A minimum of 2 years GCC regional experience.
• Strong attention to detail, excellent team orientation, and strong leadership abilities.
• Good breadth of knowledge across many disciplines to ensure a holistic design perspective.
• Superior communication skills and the ability to maintain a positive work environment.

An excellent tax-free salary, with stable employment, will be offered to attract suitable candidates to these roles.