Design Manager

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. This is an opportunity to work on one of the largest programmes in Saudi Arabia, which consists of major mixed-use developments including sports facilities, entertainment, and arts along with all associated infrastructure.

Responsibilities:

• Direct the design teams to deliver strategic outcomes and meet project KPIs across real estate developments.
• Manage client-facing design issues, ensuring strong relationships and responsive communication.
• Implement design management systems and protocols to meet legal, contractual, and statutory requirements.
• Guide daily activities of design resources, ensuring alignment with programme, cost, quality, and sustainability goals.
• Support long-term strategy development for the business unit, contributing to a sustainable future.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive team environment that promotes well-being and professional growth.
• Leverage Mace’s centres of excellence and knowledge hub to apply best practice and drive innovation.
• Advocate for safety and compliance, applying local HSE regulations and Mace’s HSW framework across design activities.

Requirements:

• An architecture background and professional membership (e.g., RIBA, MICE, CIBSE, CIOB, RICS, CIAT) or equivalent demonstrable development.
• Proven experience delivering complex real estate projects with strong consultancy and construction expertise.
• In-depth knowledge of building safety legislation, standards, contracts, appointments, and HSE regulations.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and understanding of sustainability and carbon impacts on project delivery.

Additional Information:

• Obtaining a visa in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is subject to a criminal record check and qualifications and may encounter age restrictions.
• Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you do not fulfill all the criteria, please apply, as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another within our organisation.
• We are open to discussing part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable for the role.