Sr Technical Designer - ID- 12 months contract

Overview

Senior Technical Designer drafts detailed drawings, coordinates, ensures compliance, oversees builds.

Key Responsibilities

• cad drawings
• site visits
• design coordination
• code compliance
• quality control
• schedule tracking

Tasks

 Actively engage in the development of operational and business plans of reporting sections by providing requisite inputs and approvals. 17. Provide feedback to design teams on potential design modifications based on site conditions.  Forecast workforce requirements for the section and propose the same to the department head  Participate and provide inputs in various control, governance and advisory committees, as applicable to the role  Collaboration: Working with designer, engineers, contractors, and authorities to solve issues. 1. Create detailed technical drawings, including floor plans, elevations, sections, and construction details using CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software and Revit (for coordination purposes) 14. Monitor adherence to health and safety regulations on-site. The Senior Technical Designer is responsible for translating the creative vision of a project into practical and detailed drawings, ensuring that all elements of the design are feasible, functional, and meet technical standards. They work closely with interior designers, architects, and contractors to ensure that the design is executed properly throughout the construction process. Working closely with designers, engineers, contractors, and other key stakeholders, they verify that all issued documentation (IFC) aligns with the approved design concept, promptly resolve technical challenges, and maintain project schedules while ensuring compliance with all building codes and regulatory requirements. This role is critical in upholding quality of design standards and facilitating a smooth, efficient construction process—ultimately transforming the interior design vision into a successfully built project. 5. Conduct site visits to ensure the design implementation is in line with the drawings and resolve any issues that arise during construction or installation.  Supervising construction processes and addressing any issues that arise 12. Facilitate clear communication between designer, construction teams, and clients. 8. Ensure all site activities comply with building codes and project specifications. 3. Collaborate with interior designers, architects, engineers, contractors, etc to ensure that the technical aspects of the design are aligned with the overall vision and are feasible within the given constraints. 11. Track project timelines and assist in minimizing delays. 19. Assist in final project handover by ensuring completion aligns with design intent and client expectations  Take inputs from section heads to understand the workforce requirements and propose a workforce plan to the department lead  Ensuring that designs are coordinated with the supporting disciplines (Architecture, Structure, MEP. Etc)  Ensuring compliance with local building codes and obtaining approvals. 10. Oversee quality control to ensure work meets design standards and material specifications.  Quality & Compliance: Ensuring construction meets design, codes, and safety standards. 6. Support the project manager in scheduling, budgeting, and tracking progress to ensure deadlines are met and the project stays within budget.  Identify the training and development requirements for self and agree on them with the reporting manager 13. Ensure design documents and revisions are up to date and communicated to the site team.  Formulate section’s budget in conjunction with departmental budgets, track expenses and ensure adherence to the assigned budgets 16. Participate in site meetings to review progress and resolve construction challenges.  Formulate departments budget in conjunction with organizational budget, tracks expenses and ensure adherence to the assigned budgets 7. Ensure that designs comply with local building codes, regulations, and safety standards. 18. Ensure proper documentation of on-site changes and approvals for record-keeping.  Actively seek inputs from superiors and peers, to identify opportunities for improving own performance and developing own capability 15. Coordinate site inspections with local authorities and regulatory bodies.  Define the operating framework, policies and quality standards for the department  Convey organizational strategy to the team, set departmental objectives and provide leadership direction to achieve goals  Agree on the performance goals at the beginning of the year in discussion with the reporting manager 4. Use software like SketchUp, Revit, or AutoCAD to generate drawings/renderings to solve design-related issues before execution.  Convey organizational strategy to the team, set sectional objectives and provide leadership direction to achieve goals 9. Address and resolve on-site discrepancies between design and construction.  Collaborating on project timelines and objectives.  Coordinating design and technical solutions.

Requirements

• revit
• cad
• bachelor's
• 6 years
• problem‑solving
• communication

What You Bring

 Strong technical drawing and drafting skills in both CAD and Revit Years of Experience  Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. 2. Correctly detail materials, finishes, and furnishings based on design concepts, functionality, durability, and aesthetics.  Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or Architecture Language Skills Educational Qualification  Creative, yet practical in finding solutions to design challenges.  This role is a blend of creative design and technical expertise, requiring an individual who can balance aesthetics with functionality and precision.  Collaboration: Strong team player with effective communication and coordination skills.  Strong technical understanding of ID related detailing  Attention to detail and ability to create accurate, high-quality work.  Team-oriented but able to work independently when required.  Solid understanding of space planning, building codes, and interior materials.  Organizational skills for managing multiple projects and deadlines.  Problem-Solving: Ability to address and resolve on-site challenges efficiently.  Strong communication skills for interacting with clients, contractors, and other design professionals.  Attention to Detail: Meticulous in ensuring design accuracy and adherence to quality standards  Minimum 6 years of relevant work experience  Proficient in English (Arabic desirable)  Ability to work under pressure while maintaining quality and accuracy

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 20% of work outdoors  80% of work indoors WORKING CONDITIONS

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