Design Coordinator

Role overview

Design coordination

• Assist in preparing and coordinating design documentation and support the Design Manager in managing the design process.
• Coordinate with design, procurement, and construction teams to provide design information on time.
• Coordinate design document reviews with consultants and internal teams.
• Maintain accurate records of design changes and revisions.
• Ensure drawings comply with relevant codes, standards, regulations, project specifications, and design intent.
• Assist with design proposal preparation and submission to clients and stakeholders.
• Help resolve design-related issues and queries.
• Store and update design data and materials in the project management system.
• Maintain communication among clients, consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders.

CAD technician supervision

• Manage and supervise CAD technicians to support accurate, timely production of technical drawings.
• Provide guidance and feedback, check drawings for accuracy and detail, and coordinate workloads and task assignments to meet deadlines.

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Five years of experience in design coordination or an architectural support role.
• Previous experience managing or supervising CAD technicians (draftsmen).
• Familiarity with design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, or SketchUp, and project management tools.

Key skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and effective cross-functional collaboration.
• Attention to detail and focus on accuracy.
• Leadership and team management skills, particularly for managing CAD technicians.
• Proficiency in design software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.

Pay

• Pay is listed as AED 12,000–16,000 per month.

Work arrangement

• Work location is in person.