Design Manager

Our client is a leading group which is proud to be one of the biggest and fastest growing companies in Saudi Arabia. With strong expansion plans for 2013 it is a great time to join this excellent group and be part of the on-going development. They have a very successful Real Estate Development company focused on creating modern residential homes, villas & apartments development projects.

We are looking for an experienced Design Manager with strong Real Estate Development experience to be based in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia.

• Responsible for all design issues concerning the Project during the design process and during construction, taking responsibility for continually reinforcing those goals with the Project Team while being respectful to the Project budget and schedule.
• Provides Project design input and comments in team meetings and formulates solutions to allow the tenant’s needs to be satisfied within the building constraints.
• Evaluate given leasing requirements and provide alternate solutions to meet Project goals.
• Communicate to the Project Consultant Team overall goals for the Project including the program, aesthetics, budget and schedule.
• Participate in continual Value Engineering sessions to assure the overall design goals are met.
• Provide support in establishing scope of service and appropriate budgets for services by Project Architect, Project Designer and other design professionals.
• Review the design concepts and drawings for the Project and provide feedback, design suggestions and alternatives to assist in meeting set goals for the Project.
• Provide information to consultants regarding the “back of house” and “Management Areas” requirements based on operating properties needs and design criteria.
• Establish a schedule, scope and agenda of materials for presentation to Senior Management.
• Present Project design to Senior Management (individually or in groups) to secure.

Arabic - Very Good

English - Fluent / Excellent

Any

Any

• At least 10 years experience working for a reputable Real Estate Development company.
• 2 years minimum in a Design Manager role.
• Architectural Degree & Architectural License.
• Should be Arabic speaker.
• Excellent English communication skills.