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Senior Design Manager

Unlock employer Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Posted: 09 May 2026

Financial

  • Estimate: $70k - $100k*
  • Zero income tax location

Accessibility

  • Office Only
  • Apply from abroad
  • Visa Provided

Requirements

  • Experience: Senior
  • English: Professional

Position

About the Job

The company 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. This unique project consists of major mixed-use development including sports facilities, entertainment, and arts along with all associated infrastructure.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee design and ensure full multidisciplinary integration across structural, MEP, landscape, and infrastructure.
  • Act as the primary coordination interface, resolving clashes early and aligning all design outputs.
  • Manage consultant engagement, ensuring compliance with briefs, SOWs, standards, and technical requirements.
  • Implement design governance, including change control and structured coordination reviews.
  • Review multidisciplinary submissions to ensure completeness, coordination, and buildability.
  • Lead design coordination meetings, tracking actions and resolving interface issues.
  • Align design solutions with budgets, value targets, and construction practicality.
  • Monitor consultant performance and support procurement, tender evaluations, and contract management.

Requirements

  • A degree in architecture, engineering, or a related design discipline (or equivalent qualification).
  • Membership of RIBA, MICE, CIBSE, CIOB, RICS, CIAT or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development is preferred.
  • Demonstrable experience in leading multidisciplinary design coordination on large, complex projects.

Company Values

  • Safety First: Championing a safe, diverse, and inclusive working environment, prioritizing well-being.
  • Client Focus: Owning the quality of deliverables and building long-term relationships with clients.
  • Integrity: Influencing positive outcomes while aligning with compliance obligations.
  • Create Opportunity: Fostering a culture of continuous improvement and inspiring development.

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The company 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 role within our organization. We are open to discussing part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.

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