Manager, Architecture (Retail Design)

The manager owns store architecture and design from site survey through construction documentation and as-built handover. The work balances customer movement, brand standards, commercial performance, approved capital budgets and local compliance. The role is hands-on, with responsibility for guiding a junior team member and coordinating consultants, projects, procurement, facilities and retail stakeholders to deliver practical store environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess site surveys and plan space for new or renovated stores, balancing floor area, customer flow, operational requirements and sales contribution.
• Prepare schematic and developed design plans, translate business requirements into workable concepts, and maintain consistent architecture, fixture and prototype standards.
• Plan project CAPEX, prepare and review Bills of Quantities, research materials and control design decisions against approved budgets and maintenance needs.
• Own design documentation from survey to handover, maintain drawings during construction, manage version control and communicate approved design changes.
• Coordinate consultants and authorities on permits, accessibility, fire and life safety, MEP matters and site issues; track deadlines and coach a direct report.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Have at least seven years in architecture or interior design, including four years or more in retail store design and build.
• Demonstrate delivery of new stores and renovations from initial survey through handover, including CAPEX planning and BOQ preparation.
• Bring experience managing permits and authority approvals for mall, high-street or standalone retail locations.
• Be proficient in AutoCAD, SketchUp and Excel for drawings, cost plans and project tracking; knowledge of Revit/BIM, Adobe Creative Suite and MEP coordination is advantageous.
• Apply sound spatial judgement, commercial awareness, planning discipline and clear visual and verbal communication across several projects.

Skills

A strong candidate combines design quality with practical construction knowledge, decisive problem-solving, code awareness and the ability to keep multiple stakeholders aligned.

Employment Details

This is a full-time opportunity with Landmark Group based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Applicants should use the application link below and provide relevant experience and qualifications for the role.

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