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Key Responsibilities
Ensure Consultants and Designers clearly understand the Development Brief(s) and project requirements.
Verify alignment between the Development Brief, project requirements, and applicable governmental/local authority regulations.
Provide technical support and required studies to the Project Management team.
Prepare and issue RFPs for Design Consultants and specialized consultants for each project.
Establish design deliverables and schedules with appointed Design Consultants and monitor adherence to approved programs.
Develop and finalize the Project Design Management Plan (PDMP).
Participate actively in the selection, evaluation, and contracting of Design Consultants.
Oversee the performance of Technical Department team members and Design Consultants to ensure design accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project scope.
Review, evaluate, and recommend approval of variation orders and change requests submitted by Design Consultants prior to Project Manager approval.
Manage the review process for all drawings and documentation submitted by Design Consultants and ensure incorporation of required revisions.
Oversee the preparation, submission, and acquisition of all necessary planning and authority approvals.
Review monthly and periodic reports submitted by Design Consultants, including weekly Areas of Concern reports and corrective action plans.
Manage the preparation and submission of Design Stage Reports to secure required Design Stage Gateway Approvals.
Lead and facilitate coordination meetings with Design Consultants, sub-consultants, and the Project Manager to review designs, resolve technical matters, and track progress.
Ensure implementation of a structured Value Engineering and constructability review process throughout the design lifecycle. Propose alternative materials and systems to enhance functionality and optimize construction and lifecycle costs.
Ensure the design team provides comprehensive support to other departments
Qualification
Bachelor’s degree in architecture (Master’s degree preferred)
Minimum of 8 years’ experience in Design, Consultancy, or Real Estate development.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit/BIM, and relevant design coordination tools.
Strong technical problem-solving, coordination, communication, and leadership skills.
