Overview

The Design Director coordinate with the control and governance team to develop an action plan and prioritize projects. He/She develop designs for landscaped environments and exteriors, private gardens, major land developments and infrastructure and public & business parks from initial concept through design development to detailed design and tender documents. From concept, schematic, detail, authorities submission, tendering and construction documentation, he/she provides technical management, leadership and coordination of multi discipline design delivery teams and acts as a primary interface on matters of coordination and implementation of project.

Skills / Competencies

• Strong organizational qualities with background as Design office Director supervising pools of designers and projects at all stages of design, supervision and construction
• Strong design and commercial skills, win work and oversee delivery
• Effective leader (has an instinctive eye for talent), proven ability to motivate others and get results both through direct reports and external suppliers (Internal as well as external third-party sub consultants);
• Strategic thinker – ability to spot opportunities and galvanize the resource and the expertise in order to capitalize on them.
• Experience of interpreting and understanding local rules, regulations and design guides.
• Appreciation and working knowledge of sustainable design techniques and solutions, such as LEED and alike.
• Excellent client meeting, presentation and report writing skills.
• Skills in Design Management and Bid Preparation.
• Entrepreneurial outlook – keen interest to play a pivotal role in growing the business;
• ENGINEERING DEGREE IS A MUST