Design Manager (Architecture)
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AtkinsRéalis is looking for a Design Manager-Neighbourhoods, in NEOM, KSA.
About AtkinsRéalis
Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear and Capital. News and information are available at www.atkinsrealis.com or follow us on LinkedIn.
Learn more about our career opportunities at: https://careers.atkinsrealis.com
Please read more about NEOM here: NEOM: A new future in KSA
The Design Manager for THE LINE Design team will oversee and manage the creation of neighborhood master plans and architectural designs for the full spectrum of asset types for THE LINE Neighborhoods. The Senior Design Manager will manage a Neighborhood architectural design consultant and be responsible for organizing, coordinating, and ensuring the design work is executed according to NEOM THE LINE Plan of Work, and Consultants scope of services, schedule, quality, and budget. The Senior Design Manager is driving the Quality Assurance and Requirements compliance, in close collaboration with the Design Directors, and client team. The Senior Design Manager will be responsible for the design of a neighborhood, encompassing approximately 500,000 m² of assets.
Reporting to: Senior Design Manager, THE LINE
Responsibilities:
- Guide designers, reviewing designs, and ensure that project requirements are met.
- Arrange and/or facilitate design coordination and design review meetings and workshops.
- Design Management Coordination, including Core Real Estate Asset Design, Non-Common Asset.
- Design, Façade Design, Sustainability, and Public Realm Design.
- Quality Assurance of design and implementation of the Vision for the Line.
- Manage compliance with Design and Deliverables Requirements, Development Control Regulations (DCR's), and Design KPIs.
- Manage Design KPI Register, Risk Register, and Safety in Design Register.
- Manage Design Review comments and responses, and Stage Review comment close-out.
- Support Design Directors in the coordination of Interfaces with the City, between different.
- Neighborhoods, and with Anchor Assets.
- Manage the design in accordance with the development program and Initial Asset Briefs.
- Design Review: Gatekeeper for the qualitative architectural design review.
- Responsible as part of the Senior Design Management team for delivering THE LINE Architecture obligation, including stakeholder engagement, both internally and externally.
Accountabilities:
- Design Management Coordination on Neighborhood level.
- Ensure Creative and Technical Design quality are implemented on Neighborhood level.
- Ensure Requirements Compliance.
- Collaborate with Cost Consultants to ensure emerging designs are meeting budget targets.
- Manage Design management registers.
- Assumptions, Issues, Design Change & Decisions Register.
- Resource Register.
- RFI Register.
- Creation of Monthly Design Report.
- CRS Management: comments and responses during design review.
Role Competencies & Activities:
Key design related roles:
- Responsible as part of the Senior Management team for delivering THE LINE Architecture mandate, including stakeholder engagement, both internally and externally.
- Managing the design by creative approach and aesthetic design.
- Work alongside THE LINE Design Group, Delivery team, Project team, on design delivery, from concept design to completion.
- Responsible to deliver the design of various architectural typologies: residential, mixed use, commercial, public, healthcare, educational, civic and cultural, etc.
- Strong ability to prepare, develop and edit drawings and presentations.
- Supervise the production of visualization, pre-concept, concept, developed and detailed design.
- Acts as a reviewer of qualitative architectural design review process, providing analysis, comment, and recommendation to Executive Management.
- Management and oversight of Architects and Designers, including Managers and Professionals within the department.
- Draft comprehensive architectural sets from concept until detailed design documents.
- Manage Design and Asset Brief compliance, ensuring completeness, and accuracy, including design coordination within architecture and across disciplines.
- Support the development and review of architectural asset briefs.
- Prepare SoW, specifications, reports and related data tables.
- Develop design manuals, and standard design documents.
- Manage preparation of and check materials schedules, sample boards and mock-ups.
- Manage preparation of and check FF&E schedules and sourcing, including samples and mock-ups.
- Understand materiality and its specifications.
- Understand Public Realm Design and application.
- Technical detailing and construction administration experience.
- Ability to solve design issues in a creative and pragmatic way by developing multiple design options that meet the design approach and budget.
- Manage communication, coordination, and management of consultants, contractors, various NEOM departments/sectors.
- Leading a multidisciplinary team in the design and delivery of complex, high-profile, mixed-use developments.
- Taking ownership and responsibility for ensuring the project is delivered as desired, fit for purpose, on schedule, and to budget, while maintaining safety and quality controls.
- Providing strategic guidance on technical design standards and philosophy.
- Planning and directing the work of technical design and master planning consultants.
- Monitoring and providing technical support throughout the design and construction phases to ensure compliance with project specifications and requirements.
- Resolving design issues, providing guidance, and aligning with project requirements.
- Guiding designers, reviewing designs, and ensuring they meet project requirements and scope of work.
- Conducting review meetings with internal teams, vendors, and customers to plan and track deliverables.
- Evaluating and simplifying current working procedures and tracking deliverables.
- Leading technical design reviews and proposing design solutions that meet business needs and leverage global design standardization.
- Creating, submitting, and tracking relevant Capex documentation.
- Deep diving into technical details and leading problem resolution as needed.
- Collaborating with public and private sector clients, focusing on understanding their intentions and goals.
- Building a team consensus and enthusing team members to contribute their best efforts.
Leadership:
- Prepare and deliver presentations, reports, and other communication materials tailored to stakeholder needs.
- Ensure that all stakeholder engagement activities comply with the relevant regulations and ethical standards.
- Utilize data analytics to drive strategies and decisions.
Culture and Values:
- Embrace NEOM’s culture and Values.
- Act with honesty and integrity by following best practices, and upholding the robust standards and expectations set out in NEOM’s Code of Conduct.
- Maintain fair, ethical and professional work practices in accordance with NEOM’s Values and Code of Conduct.
- Adhere to NEOM’s Policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with rules.
Experience & Qualifications:
Knowledge:
- Understanding of financial and commercial management of projects.
- Full understanding of risk management and ability to transmit the same to others.
- Understanding of scope definition and scope interface and ability to transmit the same to others.
- Full knowledge of international standards, policies, codes and procedures, and ability to transmit the same to others.
- Full knowledge of Statutory Authorities requirements.
- Knowledge of international and local codes, regulations and submission requirements.
- Developed knowledge of Sustainable Design principles.
- Attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
- Flexibility and attitude towards company objectives.
- Cordial relationships with clients and stakeholders.
- Commitment to innovation and design excellence.
- Architectural and urban design expertise to create holistic built environments.
Skills:
- Excellent conceptual and design skills, with emphasis on aesthetics.
- Fluent in writing and speaking English, spoken and written.
- Excellent relationship-building and interpersonal skills, communicating with clarity, purpose and accuracy.
- Ability to negotiate.
- Strong design and management skills.
- Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams.
- Excellent communication skills, including report writing and presentation skills.
- Experience in project management of large-scale, multi-disciplinary projects
- Outstanding presentation skills.
- Excellent ability in Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, Adobe Suite; Grasshopper and V-Ray is a plus.
- Solid knowledge of products, materials, zoning/building codes and construction methods.
- Capable of reviewing and editing a set of quality specifications.
- Strong organizational skills, ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines on budget and on time.
- A keen eye for attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to take initiative in response to direction from project managers, directors and partners.
- A team player, with a flexible and open attitude towards new ways of working and collaborating.
Experience:
- 15+ years of post-undergraduate outstanding architectural design and management experience.
- Proven related experience in an Architectural Practice, including management of international design consultants across sectors and typologies.
- Design experience in various architectural types: residential, commercial, public, healthcare, educational, etc.
- Construction experience is preferred.
- Extensive project experience with emphasis on large projects and complex programs.
- Understanding of financial and commercial management of projects.
- Full understanding of risk management and ability to transmit the same to others.
- Understanding of scope definition and scope interface and ability to transmit the same to others.
- Full knowledge of international standards, policies, codes and procedures, and ability to transmit the same to others.
- Full knowledge of Statutory Authorities requirements.
- Knowledge of international and local codes, regulations and submission requirements.
- Developed knowledge of Sustainable Design principles.
Qualifications:
- B.Arch or B.Sc. in Architecture from a recognized university.
- Postgraduate in Architecture or Urban Design.
- International accreditation (RIBA, AIA, or equivalent).
- The achievement of sustainability certification (LEED, PQP, or equivalent) is highly desirable.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?
- Tax-free salary.
- Life insurance coverage.
- Comprehensive medical insurance coverage.
- Paid Annual leave.
- Company gratuity scheme.
- Discretionary bonus program.
- Annual flight contribution.
- Relocation assistance.
- Transportation & housing allowances.
- Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, as well as personal health, fitness, and nutrition consulting.
Your difference makes a difference. We care for our people and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where you can thrive and build a future you want to be a part of.
AtkinsRéalis is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforces. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not to discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction, or disablement. We oppose all forms of unlawful treatment and discrimination.
Our aim is for the company to be representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to a policy of treating all our employees and job applications equally.
We pursue this commitment by:
- Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implemented.
- Complying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practice.
- Ensuring that all existing employees, potential employees, colleagues, and customers are treated equally and with respect.
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