Design Manager - Interior Design

1. Role:
   1. Day to day Design management and implementation of the early stage design and later technical design of Interior Design projects providing effective and efficient execution of projects and supporting the leadership of the Head of Department and PMs in promoting the image and values of the company within that group.
   2. DM is expected to have been working as a Interior Design Manager seeking progression given demonstrated skillsets or has experience as DM when hired externally for 1 year minimum along experience of working on large and complex projects.

1. Design Management and Team Leadership:
   1. Manage assigned projects ensuring adherence to deadlines budgets and quality standards.
   2. Develop/ attain Commercial expertise related to contractual scope extent and possible change management initiator role
   3. Develop & maintain the project resource planning in close coordination with HoD and PMs.
   4. Contribute in sub-consultants scope review planning and technical assessment.
   5. Lead and mentor a team of architects/designers delivering for Interior Design team and technicians fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
   6. Oversee quality controls and design checks throughout the project.
   7. Integrate early MEP coordination and specialties requirements / assumptions prior to the engagement of stakeholders.
   8. Lead the delivery of large projects while providing specialist technical expertise during design and construction phases
   9. Delegate tasks effectively monitor progress manage risks and ensure smooth project execution.
   10. Ensure required quality checking/approval procedures are carried out
   11. Communicate clearly with project stakeholders (clients consultants contractors) to manage expectations and drive success.
   12. Participate in the preparation of proposals in terms of Scope identification Design Methodology Design management plan deliverables and design budget.
   13. Participate or initiate the projects MOM Design Change logs Coordination logs Risk register and other related documentation as specified in the list of deliverables.
   14. Delivering on Company processes in team resourcing and relevant finances to ensure project deliverability.

1. Design & Technical Expertise:
   1. Oversee / Review project/s concept design preparation including but not limited to:
      1. Design Delivery plan
      2. Design Management Plan
      3. Presentation/s
      4. Drawings and reports
   2. Collaborate with HoD and PMs on complex design challenges and ensure technical feasibility.
   3. Develop and maintain high-quality design documents and construction drawings.
   4. Develop the project list of deliverables in line with the project contract brief.
   5. Stay current with industry trends building codes authorities regulations and best practices in architectural design.
   6. Lead and oversee the design production and coordination process and minuting formally its tracks ; within its own discipline (likely architecture) but also with other disciplines ( in house or external design partners : structure MEP Architecture Landscape vertical transportation & other specialists consultant)
   7. Technical review & assessment of sub-consultants delivery.
   8. Collaborate with Project Management team on project/s miscellaneous interiors trackers & reports.
   9. Oversee and review the development of the project BIM Models.
   10. Review digitally the project models progress and production quality.
   11. Utilize BIM workflows for all coordination and QMS procedures.
   12. Utilize BIM software effectively and contribute to BIM workflows within projects.
   13. Accountable for the successful delivery of the project assigned to while maintaining the allocated time frame and budget.
   14. Collaborate with Spec writer for the development of the project/s interior design specifications.
   15. Collaborate with QS for the development of the project BOQs related to interior design.
   16. Contribute to projects VE sessions.
   17. Contribute to projects tendering process related to interior design.
   18. Contribute to projects site support related to interior design remotely (From Office).

1. Communication and Collaboration:
   1. Fluency in spoken and written communication
   2. Active leadership/ participation of client meetings presentations and workshops.
   3. Clear communication of design concepts project progress and potential challenges to clients.
   4. Building strong relationships with clients their consultants and stakeholders.
   5. Active in BD and Marketing to promote Omrania/Egis Client development.
   6. Fostering a collaborative and respectful working environment.
   7. Accountable for maintaining Clients satisfaction.

1. Department Operations:
   1. Report weekly to the HoD / Management on project schedules deadlines deliverables and resource allocation.
   2. Work in close coordination with the Project assigned Manager (PM).
   3. Lead and coordinate with team members within their assigned projects.
   4. Collaborate effectively with other disciplines and external consultants.
   5. Participate in Quality Assurance review sessions.
   6. Participate in developing the Interior design and Technical skills of the team members through mentoring programs in coordination with HoD.
   7. Assume full ownership approach to assigned design projects.
   8. Delivering on Company processes in team resourcing and relevant finances to ensure project deliverability.

Qualifications :

1. 1. Bachelors in architecture or Interior Design with significant experience (Masters degree is a plus).
   2. Minimum of 10 years of experience in interior design at least practicing DM responsibilities for 1 year.
   3. Strong understanding of interior design principles construction practices and building codes.
   4. Diversified experience in typology of projects in GCC region.
   5. Proven track record of successfully managing large scale interior design projects and leading teams.
   6. Excellent communication collaboration and interpersonal skills.
   7. Proficient in BIM process and workflows.
   8. Ability to prioritize manage time effectively and work independently while collaborating with others.

Additional Information :

Key Performance Indicators:

1. Delivery of high quality design product on large scale complex projects.
2. Relationship with the Client Consultants and the Contractors.
3. Delivery of the project within the approved resource plan.
4. Running a well-motivated project design team
5. Delivering efficiently on RFPs and BD requirements Client meeting attendance
6. Delivering efficiently on Company processes in line with project output requirements
7. Developing the skills of the project design team members
8. Communication with HOD and team members

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time