Senior Manager - Design Procurement Support

Description

• Represent DPS in internal meetings and support external engagement activities
• Support compliance with design standards and procurement policies
• Prepare dashboards and reports for consultant performance tracking
• Assist in maintaining consultant database and contribute to development of templates and guidelines
• Provides operational leadership and hands-on support to Business Units for consultant engagement
• Monitor adoption and provide feedback for process improvement
• Contribute to development of templates, guidelines, and procedures (e.g., Design Brief, Selection Guideline)
• Collaborate with Business Units to align consultant capabilities with project needs
• Support implementation of procurement processes, governance, and standardized tools for consultant engagement
• Promote continuous improvement and innovation in consultant management practices
• Maintain relationships with consultants and industry partners
• Acts as a key facilitator for world-class design consultants across all disciplines
• Act as liaison between Business Units and consultants to ensure alignment with project objectives
• Assist in maintaining a centralized consultant directory with performance metrics
• Ensure data accuracy and provide insights for informed decision-making
• Support the Director in implementing DPS frameworks and tools for consultant engagement
• Ensure consistent, value-driven engagement across multiple project types and scales

Requirements

• Experience across the full project lifecycle, identifying improvement opportunities
• Comfortable with digital collaboration platforms and data-driven reporting
• 12+ years of relevant experience in design, development, and governance roles
• Proven experience in KSA or GCC large-scale projects
• Knowledge of KSA regulatory environment and codes for multiple design typologies
• Professional registration with an internationally recognized body preferred
• Understanding of consultant engagement strategies and procurement processes
• Strong ability to collaborate and deliver within a complex organization
• Property Development qualifications or certifications are an advantage
• Experience in KSA or GCC large-scale projects is essential
• Ability to leverage technology for process optimization
• Ability to solve problems using innovative and lateral thinking
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Experienced professional in design and development across multiple sectors
• Ability to work in complex, matrixed organizations and foster collaboration
• Familiarity with design management procedures and guidelines from large-scale projects
• Master's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Urban Design, Project Management, or related design field (supported by relevant experience).
• Proficient in MS Office suite; advanced Excel and Power BI preferred
• Proactive and solution-oriented with strong sense of ownership
• Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage
• Experience tracking project progress and compliance with KPIs
• Resilient under pressure and capable of managing multiple priorities

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance