Design Manager- O West

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture (Master’s degree preferred) • Minimum of 8 years’ experience in Design, Consultancy, or Real Estate development. • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit/BIM, and relevant design coordination tools. • Strong technical problem-solving, coordination, communication, and leadership skills.

• Ensure Consultants and Designers clearly understand the Development Brief(s) and project requirements. • Verify alignment between the Development Brief, project requirements, and applicable governmental/local authority regulations. • Provide technical support and required studies to the Project Management team. • Prepare and issue RFPs for Design Consultants and specialized consultants for each project. • Establish design deliverables and schedules with appointed Design Consultants and monitor adherence to approved programs. • Develop and finalize the Project Design Management Plan (PDMP). • Participate actively in the selection, evaluation, and contracting of Design Consultants. • Oversee the performance of Technical Department team members and Design Consultants to ensure design accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project scope. • Review, evaluate, and recommend approval of variation orders and change requests submitted by Design Consultants prior to Project Manager approval. • Manage the review process for all drawings and documentation submitted by Design Consultants and ensure incorporation of required revisions. • Oversee the preparation, submission, and acquisition of all necessary planning and authority approvals. • Review monthly and periodic reports submitted by Design Consultants, including weekly Areas of Concern reports and corrective action plans. • Manage the preparation and submission of Design Stage Reports to secure required Design Stage Gateway Approvals. • Lead and facilitate coordination meetings with Design Consultants, sub-consultants, and the Project Manager to review designs, resolve technical matters, and track progress. • Ensure implementation of a structured Value Engineering and constructability review process throughout the design lifecycle. Propose alternative materials and systems to enhance functionality and optimize construction and lifecycle costs. • Ensure the design team provides comprehensive support to other departments • Bachelor’s degree in architecture (Master’s degree preferred) • Minimum of 8 years’ experience in Design, Consultancy, or Real Estate development. • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit/BIM, and relevant design coordination tools. • Strong technical problem-solving, coordination, communication, and leadership skills.