About this role
Design Manager - Architecture
Location: Dubai
Salary:AED 25,000 - AED 35,000
Work Type: Full time
- Dubai based
We are seeking an accomplished Design Manager to join a leading architectural practice based in Dubai. This is an excellent opportunity for a design-minded leader to oversee design quality, coordination and delivery across a diverse portfolio of projects, ensuring every scheme meets the highest standards from concept through to completion.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the design process across multiple projects, ensuring design intent is maintained from concept through to construction documentation
- Manage and coordinate design teams, allocating resources and ensuring deliverables are produced on time and to a high standard
- Lead design coordination with structural, MEP, façade and landscape consultants, resolving clashes and technical issues
- Review drawings, specifications and submissions to ensure quality, consistency and compliance with client briefs
- Manage design programmes, deliverables and approvals with local authorities, including Dubai Municipality and Civil Defence
- Act as a key point of contact for clients, presenting design progress and managing expectations
- Implement and maintain design standards, processes and BIM protocols across the studio
- Mentor and develop architects and designers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment
- Work closely with directors to support business development, including bids and proposals
Requirements
- Minimum 10+ years of experience in architecture, with at least 3 years in a design management, associate or senior leadership role
- Architectural qualification, with international chartership such as RIBA or AIA preferred
- Proven experience delivering large-scale mixed-use, high-rise, commercial or hospitality projects
- Previous GCC experience, ideally in Dubai, with a strong understanding of local authority approval processes
- Strong knowledge of design stages, consultant coordination and technical detailing
- Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD, with experience of BIM coordination and common data environments
- Excellent communication, presentation and leadership skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
What’s on Offer:
- Opportunity to work on prestigious, large-scale projects in one of the world’s most dynamic cities
- A design-led studio culture that values quality and innovation
- Competitive salary package and benefits
- Clear career growth within a respected architectural practice