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Qiddiya Investment Company

<div>Qiddiya Investment Company is looking for an accomplished Senior Director - Design (Sports Stadium) to lead the design and development of cutting-edge sports stadium projects as part of our visionary entertainment destination in Saudi Arabia. This senior leadership role involves spearheading the design strategy, overseeing multidisciplinary design teams, and ensuring that all design deliverables reflect innovation, functionality, and sustainability tailored to world-class sports venues.
Responsibilities<ul>
<li>Lead the design and architectural vision for sports stadium projects, ensuring alignment with Qiddiya's strategic objectives and brand identity.</li>
<li>Manage and mentor multidisciplinary design teams, including architects, engineers, and consultants specialized in sports facility design.</li>
<li>Collaborate closely with project management, engineering, and operations teams to deliver integrated and efficient designs that meet performance, safety, and regulatory standards.</li>
<li>Drive innovation in stadium design including fan experience, accessibility, sustainability, and technology integration.</li>
<li>Oversee coordination with external stakeholders, contractors, and regulatory bodies to ensure design compliance and timely project delivery.</li>
<li>Manage design budgets and schedules to optimize resources and maintain project goals.</li> 
</ul> 
 
Requirements 
<ul><li>
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related disciplines.</li><li>
Minimum 15 years of experience with a focus on large-scale sports stadium or venue design in commercial real estate or sports infrastructure development.</li><li>
Demonstrated leadership experience managing multidisciplinary teams in complex design projects.</li><li>
In-depth knowledge of stadium design principles, building codes, safety regulations, and sustainability standards.</li><li>
Strong project management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.</li><li>
Proficiency with design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, BIM, and visualization tools.</li><li>
Experience working in the Middle East or Saudi Arabia is an advantage.</li></ul></div>

Senior Director - Design (Sports Stadium) - SPA185

Qiddiya | القدية

<div>
 Qiddiya Investment Company is seeking a highly experienced Senior Director - Project Director Design to lead the design aspects of our Strategic Development Unit (SDU). This pivotal role requires a visionary leader who can oversee and manage the design process for large-scale projects, ensuring their successful delivery while maintaining alignment with Qiddiya's overall strategic objectives and brand vision.
 
 
 The Senior Director provides leadership in establishing and maintaining design and consultancy management framework, governance and operating model for QDC HQ team. Ensures the design processes are developed and rolled out to all Business units / sectors, supports delivery in BUs when required. Provides leadership for assigned HQ special projects accountable for meeting quality, time, budget and HSSE requirements.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Establish/update design and project management framework for all delivery methods (including Self-Delivery, Delivery partner, CM, traditional etc.)
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop / update policies, processes, procedures, manuals and templates for design and consultancy (including PMC) for all projects and delivery methods
 </li>
 <li>
 Define governance process including detailed RACI matrix for all projects for Stages
 </li>
 <li>
 Support / coordinate with HQ Operations Director and Project Director (Delivery) in establishing governance and operational model for the complete program lifecycle
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop Design Strategy requirements and template to be applied for all projects and delivery methods
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinate Technical / Peer review design management process and requirements with the Technical Director
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop/Update Health Safety Security and Environmental management requirements for the design phase including Design HSSE Reviews, co-ordinate with HSE and Security Managers
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop/Update Sustainability management requirements for the design phase. co-ordinate with Sustainability Managers
 </li>
 <li>
 Support MMC Director in establishing and overall MMC strategy and design integration process for all delivery models
 </li>
 <li>
 Support Procurement Director in establishing design and consultancy requirements and standards for prequalification and RFP processes. Participate when required in consultant selection process
 </li>
 <li>
 Support HQ Executive director in presentations and submittal for business line, project and budget approvals
 </li>
 <li>
 Accountable for delivery of special/assigned HQ projects including all approvals, reporting, management of internal and external stakeholders, financial closure and handover
 </li>
 <li>
 Accountable for compliance of special/assigned HQ projects with all QDC policies, processes, procedures and requirements, ensuring that the project meets HSE, budget, schedule and quality standards and requirements
 </li>
 <li>
 Support Business units in project delivery with peer reviews, consultant selection and management (when required), project audits to ensure compliance with established processes, procedures and standards for design and consultancy (including PMC)
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinates input from Business units on the HQ management and governance framework processes and standards, updates documentation as part of the continuous improvement cycle
 </li>
 <li>
 Leads/support preparation of training materials required for the implementation of policies, processes and procedures, participates in training or presentations when required
 </li>
 <li>
 Participates in QDC Mentoring and Capability Building programs
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Applications closing on 22nd April 2026.
 
 
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 
 Education
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor's degree in architecture or engineering as minimum
 </li>
 <li>
 Master's Degree in related fields is preferred
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Specific Skills Required
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Significant experience (5+ years) in KSA within large‑scale developments or giga‑projects
 </li>
 <li>
 Thorough knowledge of procurement governance, strategic sourcing, and supply chain management principles
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven experience establishing procurement frameworks, policies, and assurance models for complex, multi‑project programs
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong understanding of multiple delivery models, including Self‑Delivery, Construction Management, Delivery Partner, and Traditional contracting
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrated experience in strategic and long‑lead procurement, market engagement, and supplier capacity management
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven leadership in providing central functional procurement services to internal Business Units and senior stakeholders
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong stakeholder management skills across executive leadership, project teams, CPU, consultants, contractors, and suppliers
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent verbal and written communication skills
 </li>
 <li>
 High level of professionalism, judgment, and commercial acumen
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong problem‑solving and risk management capability
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent time management and ability to operate effectively under pressure
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Experience
 
 
 
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 20-25 years' experience, of which at least 5 years have been in a senior leadership role within procurement, commercial, or supply chain functions on major programs or large‑scale developments
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Benefits
 
 
 
 Offering a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.
</div>

Senior Director - Project Director Design - SDU - 20012794 - CDU8

<div>Qiddiya Investment Company is seeking a highly experienced Senior Director - Project Director Design to lead the design aspects of our Strategic Development Unit (SDU). This pivotal role requires a visionary leader who can oversee and manage the design process for large-scale projects, ensuring their successful delivery while maintaining alignment with Qiddiya&rsquo;s overall strategic objectives and brand vision.
The Senior Director provides leadership in establishing and maintaining design and consultancy management framework, governance and operating model for QDC HQ team. Ensures the design processes are developed and rolled out to all Business units / sectors, supports delivery in BUs when required. Provides leadership for assigned HQ special projects accountable for meeting quality, time, budget and HSSE requirements.
Key Responsibilities<ul><li>
Establish/update design and project management framework for all delivery methods (including Self-Delivery, Delivery partner, CM, traditional etc.)</li><li>
Develop / update policies, processes, procedures, manuals and templates for design and consultancy (including PMC) for all projects and delivery methods</li><li>
Define governance process including detailed RACI matrix for all projects for Stages</li><li>
Support / coordinate with HQ Operations Director and Project Director (Delivery) in establishing governance and operational model for the complete program lifecycle</li><li>
Develop Design Strategy requirements and template to be applied for all projects and delivery methods.</li><li>
Coordinate Technical / Peer review design management process and requirements with the Technical Director.</li><li>
Develop/Update Health Safety Security and Environmental management requirements for the design phase including Design HSSE Reviews, co-ordinate with HSE and Security Managers.</li><li>
Develop/Update Sustainability management requirements for the design phase. co-ordinate with Sustainability Managers.</li><li>
Support MMC Director in establishing and overall MMC strategy and design integration process for all delivery models</li><li>
Support Procurement Director in establishing design and consultancy requirements and standards for prequalification and RFP processes. Participate when required in consultant selection process.</li><li>
Support HQ Executive director in presentations and submittal for business line, project and budget approvals.</li><li>
Accountable for delivery of special/assigned HQ projects including all approvals, reporting, management of internal and external stakeholders, financial closure and handover.</li><li>
Accountable for compliance of special/assigned HQ projects with all QDC policies, processes, procedures and requirements, ensuring that the project meets HSE, budget, schedule and quality standards and requirements.</li><li>
Support Business units in project delivery with peer reviews, consultant selection and management (when required), project audits to ensure compliance with established processes, procedures and standards for design and consultancy (including PMC)</li><li>
Coordinates input from Business units on the HQ management and governance framework processes and standards, updates documentation as part of the continuous improvement cycle.</li><li>
Leads/support preparation of training materials required for the implementation of policies, processes and procedures, participates in training or presentations when required</li><li>
Participates in QDC Mentoring and Capability Building programs.</li></ul>
Applications closing on 22nd April 2026. 
Requirements 
Education<ul><li><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in architecture or engineering as minimum.</li><li>
Master&rsquo;s Degree in related fields is preferred</li></ul></li></ul>
Specific skills required<ul><li><ul><li>
Significant experience (5+ years) in KSA within large‑scale developments or giga‑projects.</li><li>
Thorough knowledge of procurement governance, strategic sourcing, and supply chain management principles.</li><li>
Proven experience establishing procurement frameworks, policies, and assurance models for complex, multi‑project programs.</li><li>
Strong understanding of multiple delivery models, including Self‑Delivery, Construction Management, Delivery Partner, and Traditional contracting.</li><li>
Demonstrated experience in strategic and long‑lead procurement, market engagement, and supplier capacity management.</li><li>
Proven leadership in providing central functional procurement services to internal Business Units and senior stakeholders.</li><li>
Strong stakeholder management skills across executive leadership, project teams, CPU, consultants, contractors, and suppliers.</li><li>
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.</li><li>
High level of professionalism, judgment, and commercial acumen.</li><li>
Strong problem‑solving and risk management capability.</li><li>
Excellent time management and ability to operate effectively under pressure.</li></ul></li></ul>
Experience<ul><li><ul><li>
20&ndash;25 years&rsquo; experience, of which at least 5 years have been in a senior leadership role within procurement, commercial, or supply chain functions on major programs or large‑scale developments</li></ul></li></ul> 

Benefits 
Offering a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.</div>

<div>Qiddiya Investment Company is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Manager - Design (Architecture) to join our Sports Business Unit. This pivotal role involves leading the architectural design efforts for world-class sports facilities that align with Qiddiya's vision to create a premier entertainment and sports destination. You will oversee the architectural design process from concept to completion, ensuring innovative, functional, and sustainable design solutions that meet international standards.
Key Responsibilities<ul><li>
To provide architectural design management on the sports assets working closely with the Development Lead, Senior Director of Design, Project Design Director and the LDC's and their sub-consultants.
</li><li>To ensure coordination of the design and engineering with all disciplines.</li><li>
To closely work with the development team to align to budgets and project timescales.</li><li>
To manage weekly design meetings.</li><li>
To coordinate with the Master developer where required.</li><li>
To ensure the assets meet all building codes including City Framework standards and other standards required by federations.
</li><li>To keep abreast of any changing codes and ensure they are adopted.
</li><li>To ensure the consultants meet their deliverables as per the contract.</li><li>
To review all drawings / deliverables and approve or comment as required using the CRS process</li></ul> 

Requirements 
<ul><li>
Bachelor's or Master&rsquo;s degree in Architecture or related field.</li><li>
At least 7-15 years of professional experience in architectural design, with significant experience in sports facility design.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of sports architecture requirements, including stadiums, arenas, and related infrastructure.</li><li>
Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, Rhino, and other relevant tools.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary design teams and manage complex projects.</li><li>
Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>
Experience working within the Middle East region is preferred.</li><li>
Deep understanding of sustainable design principles and building codes.</li></ul></div>

Senior Manager - Design (Architecture) Sport BU (SPA4-SPO-014)

Parsons

<div>In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! 

At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what&rsquo;s possible. 
Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Executive Creative Director to join our team!
Job Description: 
As the Executive Creative Director and senior-most creative authority, you will translate and embed the approved creative vision into cohesive, buildable, and operational experiential environments. You will lead and integrate creative, technical, engineering, and construction teams, safeguarding the integrity of the intended visitor experience across all visitor-facing spaces, attractions, and live entertainment systems.
What You&rsquo;ll Be Doing:<ul><li>
Providing strategic creative direction and multidisciplinary design integration across all visitor-facing environments and experiences.</li><li>
Endorsing and guiding design development to ensure the approved creative intent is accurately interpreted and consistently implemented.</li><li>
Reviewing technical resolutions, mock-ups, prototypes, and value engineering initiatives to verify preservation of creative integrity.</li><li>
Ensuring experiential cohesion between storytelling, spatial sequencing, guest journey planning, attraction mechanics, show systems, and operational requirements.</li><li>
Maintaining alignment between creative ambition, technical feasibility, lifecycle maintainability, and commercial constraints.</li><li>
Providing executive creative leadership through design development, procurement, fabrication, installation, commissioning, and opening readiness phases.</li></ul>
What Required Skills You&rsquo;ll Bring:<ul><li>
Minimum 20 years of progressive multidisciplinary leadership experience in creative direction, experiential design integration, and large-scale entertainment or destination development.</li><li>
Demonstrated executive leadership and cross-sector project delivery experience on theme parks, location-based entertainment, IP-driven mega projects, immersive destinations, and large-scale visitor experience environments.</li><li>
Proven experience overseeing integrated design teams from concept through construction and operational handover.</li><li>
Advanced understanding of architectural coordination, show and ride systems integration, media environments, AV technologies, interactive systems, and spatial storytelling.</li><li>
Experience managing international consultant teams and contractor interfaces.</li></ul>
What Desired Skills You&rsquo;ll Bring:<ul><li>
GCC project exposure preferred; experience in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is advantageous.</li></ul> 
Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.
We truly invest and care about our employee&rsquo;s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest&mdash;APPLY TODAY!<div>
Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.</div></div>
 <div><div><div>COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS</div></div><div><div><div> 
Financial Wellness</div><div> 
We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.</div></div><div><div>
Work Life Harmony</div><div> 
Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.</div></div><div><div>
Career Development</div><div> 
We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.</div></div><div><div> 
Veteran Support</div><div> 
We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.</div></div><div><div>
Mind &amp; Body</div><div> 
At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.</div></div><div><div>
Health</div><div> 
Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.</div></div></div></div>

Executive Creative Director - Theme Parks

<div>At EY, we&rsquo;re all in to shape your future with confidence.
We&rsquo;ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.
Join EY and help to build a better working world. 
The opportunity 
EY wavespace brings the right people together to deconstruct challenges and develop solutions &ndash; faster. Human‑centered design, immersive collaboration, and storytelling are at the heart of our approach because we believe people support what they help create. EY wavespace combines design‑thinking, facilitated co‑creation, digital collaboration tools, and immersive environments to help clients align, ideate, and accelerate transformation.
As wavespace continues its expansion across MENA &mdash; including the opening of the Riyadh wavespace center &mdash; we are seeking an Experience Designer who can elevate client engagements through creative design, compelling narratives, and seamless experience delivery. Nationals are encouraged to apply. 
Your key responsibilities<div><ul><li> 
Design bespoke and repeatable wavespace sessions aligned with our Scan&ndash;Focus&ndash;Act methodology.</li><li>Translate complex challenges into high‑impact visual artifacts such as mood boards, storyboards, user flows, wireframes, and interactive prototypes.</li><li>Design and prepare digital canvases using tools like Miro, Figma, Adobe Suite, and Canva.</li><li>Support clients in navigating digital collaboration tools and immersive environments.</li><li>Collaborate with the Experience Leader/Manager to develop workshop flows, narratives, and session strategies.</li><li>Help facilitate client workshops, co‑creation exercises, and ideation sessions.</li><li>Conduct research on innovation themes, industry trends, and user needs to inform design.</li><li>Contribute to experience‑design standards and toolkits for the wavespace Riyadh launch.</li></ul></div> 
Skills and attributes for success<div><ul><li> 
Strong visual communication and storytelling skills.</li><li>Proficiency in design‑thinking and human‑centered design.</li><li>Ability to design fluently in both Arabic and English.</li><li>Ability to simplify complex concepts into clear visuals.</li><li>Comfort facilitating or co‑facilitating sessions.</li><li>Collaborative mindset and ability to work in fast‑paced creative environments.</li><li>High attention to detail and ownership mindset.</li></ul></div><div> 
Ideally, you&rsquo;ll also have 
<ul><li>A qualification in design thinking, innovation, or experience design.</li><li>Experience in an innovation lab, design studio, or consulting environment.</li><li>Strong client‑facing experience.</li><li>Arabic fluency (mandatory).</li><li>A strong design portfolio.</li></ul></div> 
What we look for 
Wavespace thrives on motivated, curious, and creative team members who enjoy shaping new approaches and delivering distinctive, immersive client experiences. 
What we offer you 
At EY, we&rsquo;ll develop you with future‑focused skills and equip you with world‑class experiences. We&rsquo;ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams.
Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.
To help create the best experience during the recruitment process, please describe any disability‑related adjustments or accommodations you may need. 
EY | Building a better working world 
EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets.
Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.
EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi‑disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.</div>

Wavespace Experience Designer (Supervising Associate/Assistant Director) - Riyadh

<div>Role Specific Requirements
The Director &ndash; Design Governance is in the leadership team of the Design Excellence vertical of the Central Development Unit (CDU). CDU acts as a center of excellence, setting standards and driving consistency across complex development projects by providing tools and processes for best practice delivery.
Design Excellence ensures projects embody &ldquo;Qiddiya-ness&rdquo; by creating standardized measures of design quality across the program.
Our Design Governance team is accountable for governance and compliance frameworks, overseeing the monitoring of Board-approved design deliverables, managing the central repository of approved design assets, and conducting systematic audits to safeguard design intent and quality.
A global design leader with broad expertise in building typologies and urban design, who will lead an agile, high impact team&mdash;bridging design, project management, and governance to embed standards and resolve compliance challenges, enabling timely, compliant delivery of development outcomes that uphold quality, integrity, and Qiddiya&rsquo;s vision.
 Purpose
1. Support the CDU design management TOM mandates to maintain alignment with overall QIC vision and strategic objectives.
2. Support organizational awareness and integration of design intent with delivery outcomes.
3. Support bridging of the Strategic Design Support and Design Governance functions such that frameworks are defined, operationalized and continuously improved.
4. Support end-to-end mapping of project delivery processes across specific delivery models.
5. Drive the establishment of robust design stage-gate frameworks and governance instruments.
6. Interface with Design Procurement Support function relating to design consultancy qualitative selection guidelines and management frameworks.
7. Operate within the CDU DEx Target Operating Model (TOM) mandates in support of the delivery Business Units.
Mandate
1. Support the DEx Executive Director's strategic priorities and objectives to successfully develop and implement the Integrated Design Management Program (IDMP) as the vehicle to deliver the MD&rsquo;s strategic objective &lsquo;F5 Design Management &amp; Governance Framework&rsquo; approved in the March 2026 N-1.
2. Collaboratively drive the definition, implementation and continuous evolution of design governance and consultancy management frameworks for QIC.
3. Integrate strategic Design Support and Design Governance functions into a unified and portfolio-wide approach.
4. Collaboratively drive adoption and consistent application across the Business Units.
5. Support the Design Governance Lead in the development, rollout and continuous refinement of the functions&rsquo; mandates.
6. Drive alignment between design intent, procurement strategies and delivery execution.
7. Collaboratively support and drive a feedback loop from DEx processes to project delivery to deliver continuous improvements and knowledge share using online platforms and evidence value + to QIC.
8. Contribute towards a culture of quality, innovation, performance and excellence within the team.
Responsibilities
1. Support cross-functional integration at QIC level across design, procurement and delivery functions.
2. Support the DEx ED to continuously evolve integrated design management and governance frameworks across specific delivery models.
3. Lead the development and quarterly publication of the Integrated Design Management Manual (IDMM), including hard and soft copy compendium of DEx issued and emerging design management procedures on the DEx SharePoint site.
4. Collaboratively support the development of RFP suites for LDC multidiscipline consultancy services aligned with procurement strategies, including scope of services and technical annexures with the Design Procurement Support function.
5. Drive the development and rollout of baseline specifications across key disciplines, aligned with QIC best practice, sustainability, applicable codes, standards and international / regional / local regulations.
6. Oversee preparation and collation of Employer Information Package (EIP) to ensure consistent design guidance to appointed consultants.
7. Identify and drive opportunities for standardization and optimization through prototypes and repeatable design solutions leading to DEx best practice guidelines.
8. Support the Design Governance mandates through structured reporting, PCG committee engagement, and effective implementation across the Business Units.
9. Support continuous improvement and high performance through data analysis from online platforms in collaboration with all DEx functions.
10. Support organisational capability building through structured DEx awareness campaigns for key DEx initiatives and processes, training, mentoring and knowledge-sharing.
11. Drive the establishment of an Integrated Design Management Excellence upskilling and training programme, utilising the existing playbook for the Integrated Project Management programme.
12. Drive the establishment of a central repository for QIC-wide CGIs;
13. Interface with support and drive the upgrading of the Stage Gate Review Panel template, especially to include the proposed CGI image comparison initiatives in collaboration with the Virtual City (VC) and BIM &amp; Digital Delivery functions;
Outcomes
1. Successful delivery of all DEx mandates and priorities as per the agreed timelines in the 2026 and 20226-2030 programmes.
2. Successful establishment and adoption of the MD&rsquo;s DEx Strategic Objective F5 and the Integrated Design Management Program (IDMP) across QIC.
3. Consistent implementation and continuous improvements of Design Governance mandates and frameworks with measurable and evidence-based adoption.
4. Effective cross-function collaborations, supporting quality and effectiveness across the DEx TOM
5. Delivery of structured outcomes including IDMM, RFP suites, baseline specifications and Employer Information Packages.
6. Improved design quality, consistency and predictability across DEx mandates.
7. Reduction in design-to-delivery gaps, rework and late-stage design changes, supporting value + and efficiency.
8. Support the evidenced relevance of DEx within the CDU and to all Business Units, especially the delivery Business Units
9. Enhanced decision-making clarity through structured governance, online reporting and committee engagement.
10. Increased efficiency through standardisation, prototyping and optimisation of repeatable and standardised design elements (floor layouts, back of house logistics).
Safety<ul><li>Prioritize wellbeing</li><li>Address challenges directly</li><li>Take responsibility for safety</li><li>Correct unsafe practices</li><li>Learn from mistakes to continuously improve</li><li>Hold each other accountable with support and care</li></ul>
Integrity<ul><li>Communicate truthfully and straightforwardly</li><li>Keep commitments and fulfill promises</li><li>Respect others' rights, dignity, and opinions</li><li>Uphold high professional standards</li></ul>
Innovation<ul><li>Encourage innovation with an open, nimble approach</li><li>Maintain a curious mindset</li><li>Eager to learn and improve</li><li>Think creatively beyond conventions</li><li>Continuously seek ways to enhance performance</li></ul>
Collaboration<ul><li>Open, honest engagement with all stakeholders</li><li>Frequent, respectful, transparent communication</li><li>Celebrate successes</li><li>Collaboratively resolve issues</li></ul>
Inclusion<ul><li>Respect diverse cultures</li><li>Listen to different perspectives</li><li>Maintain an open mindset to diverse ideas and information</li><li>Build and engage diverse teams equitably and fairly</li><li>Treat everyone with respect and equality</li></ul>
Quality<ul><li>Ask direct, rational questions</li><li>Speak relevantly for the audience</li><li>Be a team player, share knowledge</li><li>Uncompromising quality standards</li></ul> 
Requirements 
Qualifications<ul><li>
Master&rsquo;s degree in architecture, interior design, urban design, project management or another related design field &ndash; if supported by relevant working experience.</li></ul>
Certifications<ul><li>
Professionally registered with an internationally recognized professional body or authority relevant to their discipline, is an advantage</li></ul>
Experience<ul><li>
Minimum 20 years of relevant experience in design, engineering and governance within Development
</li><li>10 years&rsquo; experience in the Middle East is essential, preferably including KSA</li><li>
Proven experience delivering large-scale complex and high value developments and giga-projects.</li><li>
Demonstrated expertise in integrating design, procurement and delivery across complex programs.</li><li>
Proven track record in establishing and implementing governance frameworks, policies, and procedures at portfolio scale.</li><li>
Strong stakeholder management across executive leadership, project teams, consultants and contractors.</li><li>
Excellent communication, commercial acumen and professional judgment.</li><li>
Strong problem-solving with ability to operate effectively under pressure and to be directable in a dynamic delivery focused context.</li><li>
Knowledge of existing KSA regulatory environment, relevant governing agencies and codes applicable to various design typologies.</li><li>
Previous background in creating a culture of empowerment and where others share knowledge, insights and learning.</li><li>
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to lead in complex and matrixed organizations.</li><li>
Comfortable working under pressure and managing multiple deadlines.</li></ul> 

Benefits 
Comprehensive benefits package
Applications closing on 30 April 2026</div>

Senior Director - Design Governance - CDU-015

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