OVERVIEW

Position

Design Architect 

Job Code

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Reports to

PTA Director  

Direct Reports

Division/Section

NEOM Operations

Department

Planning & Technical Affairs 

Sector

NEOM Operations

Job Family

Role Purpose

The Design Architect will provide design development from project inception to completion. This role involves design development, design processes, ensuring quality and compliance, and coordinating with various stakeholders to deliver projects successfully. Design remit will range from Masterplans to individual building assets.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & ACTIVITIES

Key

Accountabilities

& Activities

Concept Design Preparation

• Develop the initial design concepts for various projects, ensuring they align with overall project goals and objectives.
• Collaborate with design teams to prepare and refine concept designs, incorporating feedback from stakeholders.
• Ensure projects completion within the specified timelines and project costs and presents accurate estimates to management. 

Detailed Design Development

• Produce and supervise the development of detailed architectural design packages, including detailed specifications and construction related details.
• Ensure that design packages meet project requirements and are aligned with industry codes, standards and best practices.
• Produce and supervise the production of detailed architectural design documents and drawings.

Design Leadership

• Lead and assist in the selection of design consultant teams, including initial outreach, RFPs, contract execution, and administration.
• Manage internal collaborative design reviews.
• Collaborate with design, development, and construction teams on design strategy, schedule, budgets, and execution.
• Provides innovative architectural design options to reduce budget and to improve internal department efficiency

Quality and Compliance

• Ensure high standards of quality, reliability, and safety in project designs.
• Implement and maintain procedures for design development, change control, and progress monitoring.

BACKGROUND, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

Essential:

• 4 years‐experience in a similar role •           FM management experience.
• Strategic experience in operations and management.
• Public Administration Experience.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in facility management, business, engineering or any related field.
• Master’s degree in business management is preferred.