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Senior Design Manager
Aecom
Trusted global infrastructure consulting firm delivering engineering, design, construction management services.
Lead design management, overseeing functional, branding, FF&E for Abu Dhabi project.
8d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Office Full-Time
Company Size
51,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Construction Services
Project Management
Design
Architecture
Consulting
Environmental Services
Program Management
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Agriculture, Food & Beverage
Automotive & Heavy Equipment & Machinery
Data Centers & Digital Infrastructure
High Performance Logistics
Energy
Renewable Energy
Grid Modernization
Role
What you would be doing
ff&e integration
design support
process improvement
stakeholder coordination
design leadership
quality assurance
Manage the integration and delivery of FF&E packages, from design to procurement and installation.
Provide comprehensive support to the Design Manager (DM) for all design related matters, including reporting and design reviews received from consultants.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of design processes, standards, and delivery efficiency.
Support the overall design strategy and execution, ensuring alignment with client briefs, technical standards, and regulatory frameworks.
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver cohesive solutions.
Lead and oversee the development of functional, cultural, and branding requirements, ensuring alignment with client’s vision and institutional goals.
Maintain clear and professional communication with internal stakeholders, consultants, contractors, and client representatives to ensure the accurate dissemination of project information.
including leadership on complex institutional or defence-sector projects.
Exercise discretion and independence in managing workflows, setting priorities, and resolving design challenges.
Ensure deliverables meet quality standards, regulatory compliance, and client expectations.
What you bring
ff&e
leadership
15+ yrs
uae regs
architecture
defence
Demonstrated experience in FF&E coordination and integration of branding elements into Defence projects.
Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
15+ years of experience in design management or project management roles,
Strong knowledge of UAE regulatory frameworks, authorities’ requirements
Bachelor’s degree in architecture (Master’s degree preferred)
Experience in government, defence or military projects with focus on user experience, functionality, and branding.
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