Sr. Design Manager

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’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.

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

**Overview of the role**:
Manage the design process through different project stages to ensure compliance of project designs with time, cost, and quality requirements; and proper achievement of the project vision

**What you will do**:

- Manage the design process, overseeing Project Engineer and consultants from Pre-Concept to Detailed Design stages.
- Interface with stakeholders and consultants to obtain requirements and ensure timely communication of project information.
- Advise on layout, design, and construction approaches, prepare design briefs, studies, and obtain statutory approvals for the project.

**Job Context**:

- Manage the design process, obtain stakeholder approvals, and ensure compliance with cost and program parameters.
- Oversee Tender Documents, including pre-tender briefings and As-Built drawings, while interfacing with Operations, Commercial Management, Marketing, Sales, and Leasing teams.
- Report on project development, monitor unit performance, and provide support across various stages, from design to procurement and marketing.

**Required Skills to be successful**:
**Minimum Experience**:12 years of experience with at least 5 years in Design Management position

**Job-Specific Skills**:

- Arabic and English proficiency is a must.
- Professional skills in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and digital imaging software

**Behavioural Competencies**:

- Ability to work under high pressure and carry out simultaneous multi-tasks.
- Self-motivated with high leadership, organizational and communication skills
- Highly committed and up to the company’s code of ethics

**What equips you for the role**:
**Minimum Qualifications and Knowledge**:B. Sc. in Architecture

**About Al-Futtaim Retail**

Al-Futtaim Retail has established itself as one of the leaders in Retail across the Middle East, Africa & Asia over the past 30 years. We have developed partnerships with some of the biggest and most respected Brands in the world including IKEA, ACE and Toys R Us in the Middle East and the Inditex Group of Brands (Zara, Mango, Bershka and P&B) across Asia. We are also one of the largest Global partners of Marks and Spencer’s in both regions with over 75 stores offering both fashion & food options.

Most recently we have been responsible for bringing brands to the Middle East for the first time with the exciting launches of Watsons and B&Q and we aim to continue to be agile and adaptive to our markets with new launches and further development. For this to be possible we aim to recruit the best talent from all backgrounds who will continue to challenge and develop our diverse workforce which includes over 100 nationalities across 12 countries. Join us today and make a difference