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Senior Manager - Design Procurement Support

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Role Overview

  • Mid-senior role within Design Excellence, part of CDU
  • Provides operational leadership and hands-on support to Business Units for consultant engagement
  • Acts as a key facilitator for world-class design consultants across all disciplines

Core Responsibilities

  • Support implementation of procurement processes, governance, and standardized tools for consultant engagement
  • Assist in maintaining consultant database and contribute to development of templates and guidelines
  • Ensure consistent, value-driven engagement across multiple project types and scales

Candidate Profile

  • Experienced professional in design and development across multiple sectors
  • Proven experience in KSA or GCC large-scale projects
  • Strong ability to collaborate and deliver within a complex organization

Strategic Leadership

  • Support the Director in implementing DPS frameworks and tools for consultant engagement
  • Act as liaison between Business Units and consultants to ensure alignment with project objectives
  • Promote continuous improvement and innovation in consultant management practices

Data & Performance Management

  • Assist in maintaining a centralized consultant directory with performance metrics
  • Ensure data accuracy and provide insights for informed decision-making
  • Prepare dashboards and reports for consultant performance tracking

Standardization

  • Contribute to development of templates, guidelines, and procedures (e.g., Design Brief, Selection Guideline)
  • Support compliance with design standards and procurement policies
  • Monitor adoption and provide feedback for process improvement

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Collaborate with Business Units to align consultant capabilities with project needs
  • Maintain relationships with consultants and industry partners
  • Represent DPS in internal meetings and support external engagement activities

Requirements

Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Urban Design, Project Management, or related design field (supported by relevant experience).
  • Property Development qualifications or certifications are an advantage
  • Professional registration with an internationally recognized body preferred

Skills :

Design & Development Expertise

  • Experience across the full project lifecycle, identifying improvement opportunities
  • Familiarity with design management procedures and guidelines from large-scale projects
  • Understanding of consultant engagement strategies and procurement processes

Strategic & Technical Competence

  • Ability to solve problems using innovative and lateral thinking
  • Knowledge of KSA regulatory environment and codes for multiple design typologies
  • Experience tracking project progress and compliance with KPIs

Leadership & Communication

  • Focused on efficiency and quality in processes
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage

Technology & Tools

  • Proficient in MS Office suite; advanced Excel and Power BI preferred
  • Comfortable with digital collaboration platforms and data-driven reporting
  • Ability to leverage technology for process optimization

Behavioral Attributes

  • Proactive and solution-oriented with strong sense of ownership
  • Ability to work in complex, matrixed organizations and foster collaboration
  • Resilient under pressure and capable of managing multiple priorities

Years of Experience:

  • 12+ years of relevant experience in design, development, and governance roles
  • Experience in KSA or GCC large-scale projects is essential
  • Client-side experience in real estate or property development is an advantage

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