Director Project and Design
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Date posted
November 12, 2026
Hiring location
Dubai
Career level
Junior
Qualification
Bachelor's degree Master’s Degree Preferred
Experience
12 + Years
Description
The Director of Project and Design provides senior leadership for a portfolio of strategic projects, including multiple fit-out initiatives. The role guides design direction and project execution from early concepts through construction and handover. It ensures that spaces are functional, attractive, sustainable and aligned with business needs while meeting agreed budgets, schedules, quality expectations and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Set direction for project management, design execution and delivery, keeping scope, cost, schedule and quality under control.
- Develop design strategies and oversee conceptual layouts and visual schemes that reflect business requirements, branding and relevant standards.
- Lead project governance, requests for proposals, tender documentation and contractor prequalification, including attention to FIDIC contracts and local authority rules.
- Coordinate MEP engineers, Facilities Management, Operations, IT, Branding and Technology teams to produce practical design and execution plans.
- Guide contractors and project teams, manage stakeholder expectations and resolve design or delivery issues before they disrupt progress.
- Maintain financial oversight through budgeting, cost control, resource planning and review of project performance.
- Promote innovation, sustainable design and continuous improvement across the project portfolio.
Requirements and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design or Civil Engineering from an accredited programme.
- A Master’s degree in Construction Management or Sustainable Design is preferred; PMP, LEED AP or WELL AP credentials are advantageous.
- More than 12 years of relevant project, design and construction experience, including at least five years in a leadership role.
- Experience overseeing major office, flagship retail or mission-critical facility projects and leading cross-functional teams.
Skills and Competencies
- Strategic planning, project governance and financial control.
- Advanced use of design and project tools such as AutoCAD, 3D Studio Max, Photoshop, Illustrator and MS Project.
- Strong knowledge of engineering standards, safety, civil defence, sustainability and regulatory requirements.
- Excellent negotiation, decision-making, problem-solving and stakeholder management.
Employment Details
Full-time senior leadership position based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
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