Assistant Design Manager - Real Estate & Asset Development

About the role

The Assistant Design Manager manages the design process and consultants for individual real estate projects, from pre-concept through construction documentation. The role coordinates closely with Project Team Leaders/Managers and ensures designs meet project objectives and statutory regulations. It is based in Dubai.

Key responsibilities

• Prequalify and select design consultants, conduct interviews and presentational assessments, and define design scope
• Control design costs and manage contracts from pre-concept design through construction documentation
• Integrate design and facility control (DFC) requirements into designs and coordinate between designers
• Review designs for compliance with DFC requirements and regulations, procure design reviews and communicate feedback
• Verify design packages for each stage, secure approvals and Non-Objection Certificates, and release compliant designs
• Create and manage a design programme aligned with the construction schedule, measure delivery and manage design changes with cost and time implications
• Assign tasks to design management, CAD and clerical staff, give feedback to the draughting team and help develop design management procedures

Required profile

• Architectural honours degree and qualified architect, or equivalent
• 10 to 15 years of hands-on experience in design and construction
• In-depth knowledge of architectural design standards, codes and building regulations
• Experience prequalifying consultants and coordinating design scopes

Required skills

• Consultant prequalification and selection
• Defining and managing design scopes and deliverables
• Coordinating with design teams and consultants
• Excellent communication skills