Design Manager - Architecture

Role Overview

Design Manager - Architecture at WSP Middle East, supporting the design and development of large-scale projects across a diverse portfolio that includes residential communities, mixed-use developments, retail destinations, commercial assets, and hospitality projects.

Company Overview

WSP is a global team of more than 69,000 employees working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

Role Purpose

Oversee the architectural design development process within a multidisciplinary project environment, coordinate with consultants and stakeholders, and ensure the successful delivery of high-quality, coordinated, and commercially viable design solutions aligned with project objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Design Management

• Manage architectural design consultants throughout all stages of project development.
• Review and coordinate concept, schematic, detailed design, and tender documentation.
• Ensure design proposals meet project brief, quality, functionality, operational, and commercial requirements.

Stakeholder & Team Coordination

• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including structural, MEP, landscape, interior design, and infrastructure disciplines.
• Participate in design workshops, stakeholder reviews, and technical meetings.
• Assist in obtaining approvals from relevant authorities and stakeholders.

Programme & Risk Management

• Monitor design programmes, deliverables, and key milestones.
• Identify design risks and support the implementation of mitigation measures.

Value & Reporting

• Support value engineering and optimization initiatives.
• Prepare design reports, presentations, and project updates for senior management.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Architecture.
• 15+ years of experience in design management, architecture, or project delivery.
• Experience on major residential, mixed-use, commercial, hospitality, or retail developments.
• Strong understanding of design coordination and consultant management.
• Previous experience within a developer, PMC, or multidisciplinary consultancy environment is preferred.