Senior Design Manager Dutco Construction Co. (L.L.C)

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Posted 11 min ago

Experience

18 - 25 Years

Monthly Salary

AED 35,000 - 50,000 ($9,451 - $13,501)

Education

Bachelor of Architecture(Architecture), Master of Architecture(Architecture)

Nationality

Any Nationality

Gender

Any

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

  1. Lead the complete design management process from concept to construction, ensuring alignment with project objectives, budget, and schedule.

  2. Manage multidisciplinary design teams, including architects, structural engineers, MEP consultants, and specialist subcontractors.

  3. Review, coordinate, and approve design submissions, shop drawings, material submittals, and technical documentation.

  4. Ensure design compliance with UAE codes, authority regulations, and project specifications.

  5. Drive value engineering initiatives to optimize cost, buildability, and construction efficiency.

  6. Resolve design conflicts through proactive coordination with consultants, client representatives, and internal project teams.

  7. Oversee design-related risk management, change control, and technical issue resolution.

  8. Support procurement by evaluating technical proposals and ensuring design compatibility with selected materials and systems.

  9. Lead design workshops, coordination meetings, and interface discussions with stakeholders.

  10. Ensure timely issuance of IFC drawings, design deliverables, and construction documentation.

  11. Maintain strict control over design schedules, deliverables, and quality benchmarks.

Desired Candidate Profile

  1. Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, or related discipline; Master’s degree preferred.

  2. Minimum 17–25 years of experience in the construction industry, with at least 8 years in main contracting.

  3. Proven track record managing design for large‑scale, iconic, or high‑value projects in the UAE or GCC.

  4. Strong understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing, and buildability considerations.

  5. Expertise in coordinating multidisciplinary teams and managing complex design interfaces.

  6. Excellent knowledge of local authority requirements (Dubai Municipality, Trakhees, DDA, RTA, Civil Defense, etc.).

  7. Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder‑management skills.

  8. Ability to work under pressure in fast‑paced, high‑profile project environments.

Employment Type

    Full Time

Department / Functional Area

Keywords

  • Principal Designer
  • Budget Management
  • Design Director
  • Creative Manager
  • Team Leadership
  • Design Thinking

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Dutco Construction Co. (L.L.C)

Dutco Construction Group, started operations in the United Arab Emirates in the 1970s. The Group comprises of the following Companies: - BK Gulf LLC - Leading MEP Contractor - BK GCC – Leading MEP & Civils Contractor in KSA - DBB Contracting LLC - Leading Civils & MEP Contractor - Dutco Construction LL - Leading Building Contractor We employ more than 10,000 people, making us one of the largest construction companies in the region with an extensive track record in large-scale projects including power stations, reservoirs, hotels, airport infrastructure and port development. Many of the country’s highways, tunnels and bridges have been engineered and built by us, allowing the use of our in-house asphalt, concrete, plant, and machinery. For almost 50 years we have built a strong and loyal client base across both the public and private sectors whilst working on the UAE’s iconic projects.

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Daq Tanvir - Group HR

PO Box 233 Dubai United Arab Emirates, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)