Head of Design Vessel & Yacht (Pleasure & Commercial)
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About This Role
Role
Director of Yacht & Vessel Design – Full‑Vessel Transformation (pleasure & commercial‑oriented)
Location
UAE‑based, with frequent international travel (Europe and shipyards)
Employment type:
Senior full‑time or senior consulting project‑based engagement
Confidentiality level:
Context
The Chairman has acquired a large pre‑owned luxury pleasure vessel and wishes to appoint a senior‑level Director of Yacht & Vessel Design to lead its
complete transformation
.
The role requires a professional who understands
all design and technical dimensions inside a vessel
, from exterior and interior, deck and layout, to engineering systems, safety, and compliance.
This is not a narrow styling or interiors‑only role; the candidate must be able to see the vessel as a
complete technical and experiential system
and drive upgrades across all aspects.
Design & Technical Scope Expected
- Exterior & hull design:
- hull form, hydrodynamics, stability, exterior profile, and visual identity.
- Interior & layout design:
- owner’s suite, guest suites, lounges, dining, cinema, spa, crew areas, and circulation.
- Deck & outdoor experience:
- sun‑pads, pool/beach‑club areas, tenders, toys, and outdoor circulation.
- Technical & systems integration:
- engine room, generators, HVAC, electrical, IT, AV, plumbing, and fire‑safety systems.
- Naval architecture & engineering coordination:
- weight estimates, structural integrity, and class‑compliance.
- Safety & compliance:
- knowledge of yacht codes (RINA, Lloyds, MCA, LY2) and, where relevant, commercial‑vessel rules.
- Operational / commercial‑style thinking:
- understanding of crew workflow, galley, storage, and passenger‑comfort considerations (for charter or commercial‑style operations).
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the full design and transformation strategy for the vessel.
- Coordinate with naval architects, marine engineers, interior design studios, and shipyards.
- Oversee refit planning, technical reviews, and full‑vessel feasibility studies.
- Develop and present high‑level design concepts and detailed scopes aligned with the Chairman’s vision.
- Manage vendor selection, negotiations, and quality control for all design and technical works.
- Advise the Chairman on feasibility, timelines, risks, and trade‑offs.
Profile Required
- 12–15+ years in
- yacht design, vessel refit, naval architecture, or commercial‑vessel design
- , with a strong bias toward superyachts and large luxury vessels.
- Senior leadership role (Director / Head of Design / Principal / Senior Project Manager) on large refits or new builds.
- Experience or strong understanding of
- both private pleasure yachts and commercial / charter vessels
- .
- Broad technical knowledge of all vessel areas and systems.
- Strong background in exterior + interior design, layout, and luxury‑hospitality experience.
- Familiarity with European shipyards and superyacht design studios.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder‑management, and commercial judgment skills.
- Degree in Yacht Design, Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or Interior Design preferred.
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