Design Manager

Diversified Holding Group• Location: Doha, Qatar• Competitive Expatriate Salary Package + BenefitsOur client is a major property real estate development firm, part of a major Saudi conglomerate holding firm, and is about to commence four new residential towers in Qatar. They now seek a Technical / Design Manager who can work with the delivery team to drive consultants and contractors to deliver documentation to a firm schedule. In this role, you will act as the client’s representative to ensure management of the client’s risk and financial returns across a mega 8 tower project that is residential high rise in content.Reporting to the Project Director and as part of the site delivery team, the responsibilities of this role comprise:Management of the design and submittal process while maintaining the vision of the delivery process, including coordination of the contractors' shop drawings and material submittals.Management of the consultant team to ensure quick turnaround and return to contractors, as well as diligence in their reviews.Establishing and managing all tracking, reporting, and scheduling systems that demonstrate an efficient client team processing of information to prevent delay claims.Coordination of RFI’s and design clarifications to ensure what is constructed aligns technically and aesthetically with the client’s vision.Liaison with Regulatory Authorities to achieve master developer approvals for key submittals.The attributes we seek include:Degree qualification in architecture plus 10 years proven design experience on building projects, with high rise residential or complex projects being highly desirable. At least 2 years GCC regional experience is required.Solid attention to detail as well as team orientation.Strong leadership abilities with high levels of energy and drive to progress design vision, while being flexible to ensure solutions are achieved.Good breadth of knowledge of many disciplines to ensure a lateral vision to design.Superior communication skills and the ability to maintain a positive work environment is critical to this role.An excellent tax-free salary, with stable employment, will be offered to attract suitable candidates to these roles. To apply, forward your resume in word format.#J-18808-Ljbffr