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Design Manager
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Posted:
9 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
7 September 2026
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
The Design Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the studios design output including project management scheduling team coordination client relations and administrative tasks. This role involves close collaboration with designers clients vendors and other stakeholders to ensure timely project delivery adherence to contracts budget management and maintaining the highest quality standards. Additionally the Design Manager will take on projects as the Lead Designer from inception to completion including site supervision utilising a team when required.
Success in this role requires extensive experience in luxury residential hospitality and commercial markets within the UAE strong creative and management skills and the ability to translate client briefs into exceptional designs. You must possess a proven history of successfully completed projects in Dubai a well-established network of suppliers and the ability to confidently manage and engage with third parties contractors and client expectations. Additionally you have expertise in leading and managing a design team ensuring timely deliverables providing mentorship and supporting team members career development.
Responsibilities:
- Independently lead a team of designers and production staff prioritizing client management and ensuring effective communication clearly defined production schedules and deadlines.
- Collaborate with HR to define roles performance management participate in interviews and assist in the selection of new team members.
- Collaborate with Sales Team on proposals and deliverables for scheduling new business.
- Collaborate with Marketing team for content creation opportunities and final project photos videos etc.
- Manage deliverables for the design team including interns provide training performance management and development of KPIs and identify growth opportunities.
- Communicate the companys brand message through design presentations and professional conduct.
- Create implement and maintain processes to optimize deliverables streamline workflows and improve software management ensuring high system performance and production efficiency.
- Represent the company at industry events speaking engagements and through social media platforms.
- Foster strong relationships with clients to encourage repeat business and referrals for business development.
- Effectively communicate with clients vendors and team members to understand design needs preferences and objectives translating them into actionable project requirements.
- Manage your own projects from concept to completion ensuring alignment with client expectations and timely delivery of presentations and drawings.
- Oversee project supervision both onsite and remotely maintaining communication with clients and contractors.
- Negotiate pricing contracts and terms with suppliers to secure cost-effective solutions while maintaining high quality standards.
- Conduct regular project meetings to review progress address challenges and provide leadership and support to the team maintaining a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Oversee project documentation invoicing budget tracking and resource allocation ensuring accurate records are maintained.
- Manage and organize the materials library regularly reviewing samples to ensure they meet the studios needs while maintaining strong relationships with suppliers to facilitate timely procurement and updates on new materials.
- Provide regular progress and performance reports to management along with solutions to any issues.
- Stay updated on industry trends to ensure the studio remains relevant and competitive.
Requirements
Benefits
Required Skills:
Must have a valid UAE driving license and vehicle to use for work Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineer Highly organized Business/entrepreneurial attitude - with Luxury experience is a must Excellent communication skills to effectively communicate with clients design team management and contractors/suppliers Proficient in project management software Excel AutoCAD and Plan Swift
Company Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
Key Skills
- Haskell
- Construction Experience
- Management Experience
- Autodesk
- Design Thinking
- Library Services
- Drafting
- Project Management
- Relationship Management
- Adobe Photoshop
- Autocad
- Child Protective Services
