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About the Role
AtkinsRéalis is looking for a Senior Design Manager to lead design development for large-scale leisure and hospitality projects in KSA. The role requires 20+ years of experience in architecture/interior design with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
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Responsibilities
- Lead the architectural and interior design vision from concept through detailed design and construction stages
- Manage external consultants, design firms, and contractors to ensure timely and high quality project delivery
- Develop and monitor design schedules, budgets, and resource plans
- Oversee value engineering while maintaining design integrity and brand standards
- Act as primary liaison between internal teams and external consultants
- Coordinate with authorities to ensure compliance with local codes and regulations in KSA
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or related field
- 20+ years of experience in architecture/interior design, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
- Proven experience delivering large scale hospitality or leisure projects (hotels, resorts, entertainment venues)
- Strong portfolio demonstrating high quality design execution
- Proficiency in design and documentation tools (AutoCAD, Revit/BIM, Adobe Suite, etc.)
- Experience working in KSA or GCC region
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Overview
- The Senior Design Manager will lead the design development and delivery of large scale leisure and hospitality projects across KSA.
- This role is responsible for managing multidisciplinary design teams, ensuring design excellence, aligning with brand standards, and coordinating with project stakeholders.
Your role
- Lead the architectural and interior design vision from concept through detailed design and construction stages.
- Ensure design intent is maintained throughout all phases of the project lifecycle.
- Drive innovation and creative excellence aligned with hospitality trends and guest experience expectations.
- Review and approve design deliverables, including concept presentations, drawings, specifications, and material selections.
- Manage external consultants, design firms, and contractors to ensure timely and high quality project delivery.
- Develop and monitor design schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
- Identify and mitigate design risks, ensuring efficient problem solving throughout the project lifecycle.
- Oversee value engineering while maintaining design integrity and brand standards.
- Act as the primary liaison between internal teams (development, operations, marketing) and external consultants.
- Collaborate with brand operators (hotels, F&B, entertainment partners) to ensure compliance with brand guidelines.
- Present design concepts and progress updates to senior stakeholders and clients.
- Coordinate with authorities to ensure compliance with local codes and regulations in KSA.
About You
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or related field.
- 20+ years of experience in architecture/interior design, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Proven experience delivering large scale hospitality or leisure projects (hotels, resorts, entertainment venues).
- Strong portfolio demonstrating high quality design execution.
- Strong design creativity and aesthetic sensibility.
- Excellent project management and organizational skills.
- In depth knowledge of hospitality design standards and guest experience principles.
- Proficiency in design and documentation tools (AutoCAD, Revit/BIM, Adobe Suite, etc.).
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work in a fast paced, multicultural environment.
- Experience working in KSA or GCC region.
- Familiarity with KSA regulatory frameworks and approval processes.
Rewards & benefits
- Tax free salary.
- Life insurance coverage.
- Medical insurance.
- Annual leave balance.
- Company gratuity scheme.
- Discretionary bonus program.
- Annual flight contribution.
- Transportation & housing allowances.
- Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.
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