design manager

Surbana Jurong Private Limited

<div><ul><li>Global engineering and design consultancy with strong regional and international project exposure</li><li>
Opportunity to work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team delivering complex urban developments</li><li>
Lead design management and coordination for a large-scale urban development project based in Oman</li></ul><div></div><div>
About Surbana Jurong Group:<br>
Surbana Jurong Group is a global engineering and design consultancy delivering integrated solutions across urban development, infrastructure, transport, water, and energy sectors. Headquartered in Singapore, the Group operates across more than 40 countries with over 16,000 professionals worldwide.</div><div></div><div>
This is an Expression of Interest for a proposal-based role, and appointment is subject to project award and client approval.</div><div></div><div>
About the role:<br>
We are seeking Expressions of Interest for an experienced Design Manager to support a large-scale urban development and master planning project in Oman.</div><div>
The role will be based in Oman for an anticipated duration of approximately 12 to 15 months and will play a key role in leading multidisciplinary design delivery, client engagement, and coordination with international design partners and local sub consultants.</div><div></div><div>
This role is suited to a senior Design Manager with strong consultancy experience and the ability to manage complex, multidisciplinary design environments.</div><div></div><div>
Key responsibilities:</div><ul><li>
Lead and manage multidisciplinary design teams across master planning and infrastructure workstreams</li><li>
Act as a primary interface with the client and key stakeholders</li><li>
Coordinate with international design partners and local sub consultants</li><li>
Manage design development in line with approved briefs, scope, programme, and budget</li><li>
Lead design reviews, stage gate approvals, and technical coordination</li><li>
Ensure compliance with contractual, technical, and governance requirements</li><li>
Support procurement activities, including RFP and tender documentation</li><li>
Provide bid stage input and support transition into project delivery upon award</li></ul><div></div><div>
Key requirements:</div><ul><li>
Degree in architecture, engineering, planning, or a related discipline</li><li>
Extensive experience in design management within a consultancy or client-side environment</li><li>
Strong background in large-scale urban, township, or mixed-use developments</li><li>
Proven client-facing and stakeholder management capability</li><li>
Experience working across the GCC region</li><li>
Prior Oman experience is highly desirable</li><li>
Willingness to be based in Oman for the project duration</li></ul><div>
Why Join Us?<br>
At Surbana Jurong Group, we bring together talent, teamwork, innovation, and a dynamic workplace to solve complex challenges creatively and collaboratively. Be part of a global multidisciplinary consultancy where your ideas and expertise are valued and rewarded.</div><div></div><div>
All recruitment activities go through our recruitment function, and currently, this role doesn&rsquo;t require agency input. Please do not forward resumes directly to SJ Group employees/managers; we do not accept unsolicited resumes and are not responsible for any associated fees.</div><div></div><div>
Recruitment disclaimer:<br>
This Expression of Interest does not guarantee an offer of employment. Appointment is subject to project award, client approval, and internal governance processes.</div><div></div><div>
**Only successful candidates will be contacted**</div><div></div><div>
At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!</div></div>

Design Manager

Omada Rail Systems

<div><ul><li><b>Design &amp; Engineering
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</b></li></ul><ul><li><b>Mid-Senior Level
</b></li></ul><ul><li><b>Riyadh</b></li></ul></div>
<br><div><p><b>About Us</b></p><p><br>
Inhabit is a unique, multi-disciplinary team of professionals who are passionate about making a positive contribution to our built environment. We are a collective of experienced architects, designers, engineers amongst other professions who work both independently and in partnership to form a holistic approach to the services that we offer. We believe that our respective areas of expertise can be integrated to allow seamless interdisciplinary synergy to create buildings that are more relevant to our evolving society.</p><p><b><br>
About the Role</b></p><p><br>
We are seeking an experienced Design Manager to join our PMC team for a major mixed-use development. The role is responsible for leading and coordinating the design process across all disciplines, ensuring that design outputs meet project requirements, regulatory standards, and the client&rsquo;s vision from concept through IFC delivery.</p><ul><li>
Lead and manage the multi-disciplinary design process across architecture, structural, MEP, infrastructure, landscape, and specialist systems.</li><li>
Review and approve design packages, ensuring compliance with project requirements, codes, and quality standards.</li><li>
Coordinate interfaces between consultants, PMC teams, and contractors to ensure seamless technical integration.</li><li>
Manage design schedules, deliverables, and design review cycles to maintain project timelines.</li><li>
Facilitate design workshops, technical coordination meetings, and value engineering exercises.</li><li>
Identify design risks, track outstanding issues, and drive timely resolution.</li><li>
Support authority submissions, regulatory approvals, and stakeholder coordination.</li><li>
Provide technical leadership during construction to clarify design intent and resolve design-related</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
What do we need from you</b></p><br>
<p></p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related design discipline; Master&rsquo;s preferred.</li><li>
15 years of design management experience, including PMC roles on large-scale developments.</li><li>
Minimum of 3 years&rsquo; experience working on projects in Saudi Arabia (KSA).</li><li>
Strong understanding of multi-disciplinary design coordination, building codes, and design standards.</li><li>
Proven experience delivering complex mixed-use or mega-projects.</li><li>
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills; English required, Arabic preferred.</li><li>
Professional certifications (PMP, LEED AP, RIBA, AIA, or equivalent) are an advantage.</li></ul></div><p></p>

Egis Group

<div><b>Company Description</b><p><br>
Inhabit is a unique, multi-disciplinary team of professionals who are passionate about making a positive contribution to our built environment. We are a collective of experienced architects, designers, engineers amongst other professions who work both independently and in partnership to form a holistic approach to the services that we offer. We believe that our respective areas of expertise can be integrated to allow seamless interdisciplinary synergy to create buildings that are more relevant to our evolving society.</p><b><br>
Job Description</b><p><br>
We are seeking an experienced Design Manager to join our PMC team for a major mixed-use development. The role is responsible for leading and coordinating the design process across all disciplines, ensuring that design outputs meet project requirements, regulatory standards, and the client&rsquo;s vision from concept through IFC delivery.</p><ul><li>
Lead and manage the multi-disciplinary design process across architecture, structural, MEP, infrastructure, landscape, and specialist systems.</li><li>
Review and approve design packages, ensuring compliance with project requirements, codes, and quality standards.</li><li>
Coordinate interfaces between consultants, PMC teams, and contractors to ensure seamless technical integration.</li><li>
Manage design schedules, deliverables, and design review cycles to maintain project timelines.</li><li>
Facilitate design workshops, technical coordination meetings, and value engineering exercises.</li><li>
Identify design risks, track outstanding issues, and drive timely resolution.</li><li>
Support authority submissions, regulatory approvals, and stakeholder coordination.</li><li>
Provide technical leadership during construction to clarify design intent and resolve design-related</li></ul><p></p><b><br>
Qualifications</b><br>
<p></p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related design discipline; Master&rsquo;s preferred.</li><li>
15 years of design management experience, including PMC roles on large-scale developments.</li><li>
Minimum of 3 years&rsquo; experience working on projects in Saudi Arabia (KSA).</li><li>
Strong understanding of multi-disciplinary design coordination, building codes, and design standards.</li><li>
Proven experience delivering complex mixed-use or mega-projects.</li><li>
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills; English required, Arabic preferred.</li><li>
Professional certifications (PMP, LEED AP, RIBA, AIA, or equivalent) are an advantage.</li></ul></div><p></p>

Ashish Interbuild Pvt Ltd

<p>Having worked with an interior Contracting company,having 12-15+ years of exp,current position as designe Manager/Senior design manager,must have factoy furniture detailing knowledge,basic and finishes material knowledge,familiar with RFI,Drwaing logs/trackers,responsible for shop drwaing submission with design consultant / client / PMC/Factory/project team.</p><p>key skills :-<br/>Auto cad ,joinery detailing,shop drawings,mill works ,senior interior designer,production drawings.</p><p>skills Required :-<br/>Autocad ,Excel ,Problem solving ,Making a detail drwaings for joinery works, having worked in factory envirronment</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: ₹600,000.00 - ₹650,000.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Provident Fund</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

ELE Interior Design

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 The Design Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the studio's design output, including project management, scheduling, team coordination, client relations, and administrative tasks. This role involves close collaboration with designers, clients, vendors, and other stakeholders to ensure timely project delivery, adherence to contracts, budget management, and maintaining the highest quality standards. Additionally, the Design Manager will take on projects as the Lead Designer, from inception to completion, including site supervision, utilising a team when required.
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 Success in this role requires extensive experience in luxury residential, hospitality, and commercial markets within the UAE, strong creative and management skills, and the ability to translate client briefs into exceptional designs. You must possess a proven history of successfully completed projects in Dubai, a well-established network of suppliers, and the ability to confidently manage and engage with third parties, contractors, and client expectations. Additionally, you have expertise in leading and managing a design team, ensuring timely deliverables, providing mentorship, and supporting team members' career development.
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   Independently lead a team of designers and production staff, prioritizing client management and ensuring effective communication, clearly defined production schedules and deadlines.
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   Collaborate with HR to define roles, performance management, participate in interviews, and assist in the selection of new team members.
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   Collaborate with Sales Team on proposals and deliverables for scheduling new business.
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   Collaborate with Marketing team for content creation, opportunities and final project photos, videos, etc.
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   Manage deliverables for the design team, including interns, provide training, performance management, and development of KPIs, and identify growth opportunities.
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   Communicate the company&rsquo;s brand message through design, presentations, and professional conduct.
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   Create, implement, and maintain processes to optimize deliverables, streamline workflows, and improve software management, ensuring high system performance and production efficiency.
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   Represent the company at industry events, speaking engagements, and through social media platforms.
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   Foster strong relationships with clients to encourage repeat business and referrals for business development.
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   Effectively communicate with clients, vendors, and team members to understand design needs, preferences, and objectives, translating them into actionable project requirements.
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   Manage your own projects from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with client expectations and timely delivery of presentations and drawings.
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   Oversee project supervision both onsite and remotely, maintaining communication with clients and contractors.
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   Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms with suppliers to secure cost-effective solutions while maintaining high quality standards.
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   Conduct regular project meetings to review progress, address challenges, and provide leadership and support to the team, maintaining a positive and collaborative work environment.
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   Oversee project documentation, invoicing, budget tracking, and resource allocation, ensuring accurate records are maintained.
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   Manage and organize the materials library, regularly reviewing samples to ensure they meet the studio&rsquo;s needs, while maintaining strong relationships with suppliers to facilitate timely procurement and updates on new materials.
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   Provide regular progress and performance reports to management, along with solutions to any issues.
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   Stay updated on industry trends to ensure the studio remains relevant and competitive.
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  Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Interior Design/Architecture.
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  Proven experience as a Design Manager or Senior Interior Designer with a strong passion for creative design.
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  Expertise in luxury residential, hospitality, and commercial interior design.
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  Proficient in software such as AutoCAD, Photoshop, Illustrator, Microsoft Excel/word, PowerPoint, SketchUp and 3DS Max.
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  Strong creative, organizational, and communication skills.
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  Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a large team of staff with strong leadership, mentoring, and interpersonal skills.
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  Valid UAE driving license and vehicle.
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  Must be flexible and available for international travel based on business needs.
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KEO International Consultants

<div>Overview:
<div>
KEO is a creative enterprise, where innovation is a way of life. We are uniquely resourced with end-to-end services to take clients from inspiration &ndash; through conceptualization &ndash; to realization of planning, design or project delivery in the built and natural environments. For over 60 years we&rsquo;ve led with vision, contributing to many of the world&rsquo;s most ambitious projects, iconic places, remarkable experiences and prosperous communities.</div><div></div><div><br>
As a highly integrated and agile AEP/PMCM firm, KEO is recognized by ENR as one of the Top 225 International Design Firms and one of the Top 20 International PM/CM Firms. We are also ranked by World Architecture as the 51st largest global architecture firm and the #1 Firm in the Middle East Region in their 2024 WA100 Survey.</div><div></div><div><br>
We invite you to join us. Why?</div><div></div><div><br>
When you join KEO, you&rsquo;ll discover more than just a job &ndash; you&rsquo;ll find a supportive environment that fosters your professional development through internal global mobility and career development and does so within a culture that supports company-wide health and well-being through on-demand counselling services and regular workplace clinics. You will be invited to celebrate community events such as sports days, fun-runs, in-house sports teams and beach clean ups. In addition to your competitive package and benefits you will have access to a suite of policies that include hybrid working arrangements, individual athletic sponsorship, study assistance sponsorship, employee referral rewards.</div>
Responsibilities:
<div>
Our newest opportunity is for talented <b>Design Manager </b>to join our award-winning team based in Riyadh, KSA<b>.</b></div><div></div><div><br>
This critical role will work as part of the Infrastructure team, working on master planning and designing infrastructure including roads, waste water and storm water drainage, water and irrigation networks.</div><div></div><div><br>
We envisage success in this role to include:</div><ul><li>
Participating in and coordinating the design development and delivery of large and multi-discipline land development infrastructure projects.</li><li>
Coordinating, monitoring and verifying design progress and submittals at all design phases.</li><li>
Liaising, in coordination with the Project Manager, with the various project stakeholders, including internal teams, the client, consultants and contractors.</li><li>
Participating in establishing and implementing the Project Management Plan and procedures.</li><li>
Ensuring project standards and Quality Management procedures are implemented across each of the technical areas involved in the project, including project administration.</li><li>
Ensuring terms of the contract are followed and manage scope changes and their effect on delivery of project objectives.</li><li>
Organizing, attending or chairing design meetings and workshops, which will include preparing meeting minutes and following up on identified actions</li></ul>
Qualifications:
<div>
To be successful in this dynamic opportunity, we envision that your career journey to date will include 15 + years work experience partnered with a Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent), Master's is preferable.</div><div></div><div><br>
Furthermore, you should demonstrate:</div><br>
<div></div><ul><li>
Proven experience in the design of various infrastructures.</li></ul><ul><li>
Experienced in 3D modeling infrastructure design methodologies and software.</li><li>
Knowledge in BIM and AutoCAD Civil 3D is an advantage. .</li></ul><div></div><p><br>
KEO&rsquo;s performance is founded upon integrity, results, innovation, safety and our people. We embrace diversity and recognise its&rsquo; contribution to client success wherever we work.</p><p>
We are excited to hear how you can partner with our award-winning team and treat all expressions of interest confidentially.</p></div>

Al-Futtaim

<div><p><b>Job Requisition ID: </b>174378</p>
<p>Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group&rsquo;s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.</p>
<p>By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day</p><br>
<b>
Overview Of The Role:</b><br>
<ul><li>
The Automotive Design Manager (DM) is crucial in steering Al Futtaim's vision for automotive projects, ensuring the integration of innovative design concepts, sustainable practices, and brand consistency to enhance customer experiences and elevate automotive properties' profiles. The DM will manage the design process from start to finish, including creating project briefs, vetting consultants, conducting design reviews, and liaising with management. The role requires collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders to meet design, financial, timeline, and brand standards, thereby driving automotive design excellence across the organization.</li></ul><br>
<b>
What You Will Do:</b><br>
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General</b></h4><br>
<ul><li>
Oversee the entire design process from inception to completion for automotive projects, ensuring integration of cutting-edge design concepts and sustainable practices.</li><li>
Formulate project briefs, shortlist consultants, assess proposals, and carry out design reviews.</li><li>
Provide regular status updates to management and ensure alignment with design, budgetary, and timeline requirements as well as brand standards.</li><li>
Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to manage consultant relationships and enhance the customer experience.</li><li>
Lead architectural consultants and perform day-to-day monitoring to ensure design quality and adherence to project goals.</li><li>
Manage architectural presentations, coordinate with various consultants, and resolve design-related issues using visualization in 2D or 3D formats with a focus on architecture and interior design.</li><li>
Ensure all works comply with specific standards, building codes, guidelines, and regulations.</li><li>
Follow architectural trends and advancements to incorporate into projects.</li><li>
Maintain records and prepare reports related to design review and delivery.</li><li>
Ensure projects stay within budget and are completed on time.</li></ul><br>
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Required Skills To Be Successful:</b><br>
<ul><li>
Proficient in evaluating and enhancing architectural proposals and effectively communicating them.</li><li>
Expertise in CAD design tools such as AUTOCAD and Revit, with strong visualization skills to envision final outcomes.</li><li>
Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously under high-pressure environments.</li><li>
Strong communication skills, both written and oral, for effective presentation and collaboration.</li></ul><br>
<b>
What Qualifies You For The Role:</b><br>
<ul><li>
Bachelor's degree in architecture.</li><li>
Minimum of 8 years experience in architecture, specifically in retail and mixed-use high-end residential luxury projects, with experience in automotive showroom design preferred.</li><li>
Proficiency in architectural, interior, and infrastructure drawings, and computer-aided drafting and design (CAD) software including AUTOCAD, Revit, SketchUp, and MS Office.</li><li>
In-depth understanding of UAE and KSA local requirements and regulations for building projects.</li></ul><p><b><br>
About Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate</b><br>
The real estate development and operations arm of Al-Futtaim, Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate is responsible for a multi-billion-dollar portfolio across MENA. With high-quality residential, business, retail, tourism, educational and healthcare developments, the master developer caters to the diverse needs of cities and communities in the region. From origination, conception, development, sales, procurement and construction of mega-projects and the leasing, operation and management of these projects after completion, Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate (AFGRE) has been developing and managing owned landbanks, unlocking the economic potential of the region and contributing to future development for more than 40 years.<br>
Our focus is to enable and invest in meaningful relationships to make our properties the best places to live and work, build additional products and services and enable partnerships to create true value to our customers throughout their entire experience with us.<br>
AFGRE is responsible for master planning of all projects in its portfolio, including two large scale mixed use destinations: Dubai Festival City and Cairo Festival City.</p></div><p></p>

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