📍 Location: Dubai, UAE
🕒 Employment Type: Full Time

About KEO International Consultants:

KEO is a globally renowned consultancy firm, celebrated for its innovation and expertise in architecture, engineering, and project management. With over 60 years of experience, KEO is a leader in delivering transformative projects, from iconic landmarks to sustainable communities, and is ranked among the Top 225 International Design Firms and #1 in the Middle East region.

Why Join KEO?

At KEO, you’re more than just an employee — you’re a valued team member in a dynamic, supportive environment that champions professional growth, wellness, and work-life balance. Enjoy a hybrid working arrangement, career development opportunities, athletic sponsorships, and a vibrant workplace community with events like sports days and beach clean-ups.

Role Overview:

We are looking for an exceptional Senior Design Manager to lead the design process for large, multidisciplinary projects. This role involves overseeing all design phases, ensuring high-quality deliverables, maintaining client satisfaction, and coordinating cross-functional teams to achieve successful project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design Leadership: Oversee all design phases, from project set-up to weekly coordination meetings, ensuring adherence to project goals.

• Project Management: Develop project schedules, staffing, work plans, and coordinate with team members and sub-consultants.

• Risk Management: Proactively identify and mitigate design risks to ensure smooth project execution.

• Quality Control: Ensure design standards and QAQC procedures are followed for high-quality design and documentation.

• Client Communication: Act as the main point of contact, ensuring client needs are met and maintaining positive relationships for future projects.

• Team Leadership: Manage the performance of the design team, fostering collaboration and delivering high-quality design outcomes.

• Financial Management: Track project performance and budgets, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.

• Compliance: Ensure ISO 9001 compliance throughout the project lifecycle, promoting technical excellence.

Qualifications:

• Experience: 12+ years in design management, with a focus on large-scale, multidisciplinary projects.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Engineering (Master’s preferred).

• Certifications: AIA or RIBA certification is a plus.

• Licensing: Licensed as a Professional Architect or Engineer by an internationally recognized association.

• Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with an understanding of design software like Revit and AutoCAD.

• Leadership: Strong team management and leadership skills with the ability to inspire and engage stakeholders.