Design Manager - Large-Scale Projects

About the role

The Design Manager leads and oversees the end-to-end design of assigned projects, from feasibility and concept design through tender and construction. The role provides strong design and technical leadership while managing the in-house design team and international consultants, and works closely with branded hotel operators and key stakeholders to deliver design within quality, budget and timeline.

Key responsibilities

• Lead design direction and manage the full design process: feasibility, concept, design development, technical design, tender and construction-stage support.
• Review and challenge design proposals, drawings and technical submissions, and coordinate Architecture, Interior Design, Structural, MEP, Landscape, BIM and other disciplines.
• Oversee international design consultants, monitor their progress and deliverables, lead design meetings and workshops, and give clear technical direction.
• Coordinate with branded hotel operators, manage their reviews and comments, and handle design variances from company and brand standards.
• Work with Project Development, Project Management, Commercial, Construction and other departments; support tender preparation, design evaluation and design-related commercial decisions.
• Provide design leadership during construction, identify design risks and recommend actions to protect quality, budget and schedule.
• Set up design review and quality control procedures, ensure compliance with building codes and regulations, and advise senior management on key design decisions.

Required profile

• Minimum 10-15 years of progressive experience in architectural design and design management.
• Proven experience with large-scale commercial, mixed-use, residential, office, hospitality or other complex developments; experience with internationally branded luxury hotels highly preferred.
• Experience leading design teams and overseeing international consultants.

Required skills

• Strong architectural design and technical expertise, able to review and guide consultant design.
• Knowledge of design development, technical and construction documentation and multidisciplinary coordination.
• Good knowledge of building codes, regulations, standards and hotel brand requirements.
• Strong understanding of BIM and multidisciplinary design coordination.