Project Director Design

Overview

Job Description

Abu Dhabi, UAE

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead and manage the full design delivery lifecycle from master planning through to IFC.
• Oversee the development and completion of infrastructure design packages based on an externally developed concept design.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary design teams to ensure integration of civil, utilities, roads, drainage, and related infrastructure works.
• Ensure design outputs meet client requirements, authority standards, and project specifications.
• Manage design schedules, deliverables, and quality control across all disciplines.
• Identify, assess, and manage design and project risks, ensuring mitigation strategies are implemented effectively.
• Ensure seamless coordination between internal teams, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Support technical decision-making and resolve complex design and interface issues.
• Monitor progress and ensure timely delivery of design milestones.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Act as the main point of coordination for design delivery with the client and project stakeholders.
• Promote best practices in design management, value engineering, and technical excellence.

What Required Skills You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 20 years of experience in civil engineering and design delivery.
• Strong experience in infrastructure and/or mixed-use development projects.
• Proven track record in managing full design lifecycle from master planning to IFC.
• Strong understanding of design coordination, multi-disciplinary integration, and infrastructure systems.
• Experience in risk management within large-scale engineering projects.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage complex design programs in fast-paced environments.

What Desired Skills You’ll Bring

• Experience working on large-scale master-planned communities or district developments.
• Strong familiarity with UAE or GCC infrastructure projects is highly preferred.
• Ability to manage externally developed concept designs and lead downstream design delivery.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to risk identification and mitigation.
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