Job Description

General Description of Role and Responsibilities: This should be a general description of what is expected by someone in this position. Monitor the performance of the Design Consultant to ensure the Design correctness and completeness as well as compliance with the scope of work requirements. Ensure that the Design Consultant(s) has considered the end user's requirements as stated in the statement of requirement. Control and manage the Senior Discipline Engineers of the Project Management Team in respect of Design aspects. Evaluate and endorse the variation orders/concession request submitted by the Design Consultant(s) for Client's approval. Attend all meetings with Design Consultant(s), its sub-consultants, and Client's Meetings. Review and comment on all drawings and documents submitted by the Design Consultant(s) and ensure the incorporation of all revisions on all documents. Assist, monitor and ensure timely submittals of all documents from the Design Consultant(s) to all government departments until final necessary permits are obtained to proceed with the works to final completion. Coordinate with regional / home office for technical support required to ensure the correctness and completeness of the Design. Review and report to Client all Design Consultant(s)' monthly reports including area of concern and recommended plans of actions. Review the Project Strategy and provide recommendation to Client. Prepare questionnaire for pre-qualification of the Construction Contractors, carry out the pre-qualification and recommend a bidders' list. Lead PM Disciplines in replying to bidders clarifications, issuing bulletins, and attending technical meetings with bidders during Tender stage. Propose alternative materials/systems to improve the Design Operation, Future Maintenance and Construction Cost. All Project Documents are controlled, recorded, and filed as per contact requirements. As part of the Program Core team: The objective of this team is to oversee the projects Development in Abu Dhabi with an overall accountability to the successful delivery of these projects. Ensure Synergy of operations and applying the same standards across projects. Ensure Focused accountability of projects management with the same PMC and team. Unify the Project Management approach towards the Projects (gradually). Standardize and compile the Project Controls functions (Progress reporting, dashboards, Commercial and Financial reporting, budget overview). Integrity of the masterplan from Design and Execution perspectives. Review and Advise on the feasibility of design enhancements / Design gaps in coordination with the Consultant (s). Act as focal point for communication with Aldar executive team. Support and guide Hill / other PMCs projects teams when required. Readiness and support for the projects coming in the pipeline till the project team is established and running. Review and Advise on the feasibility of design enhancements / Design gaps in coordination with the Consultant (s). Ensuring integrity with the Supervision Consultant(s). Ad-hoc tasks (strategy development, presentations, feasibility, support during procurement stage in technical queries and technical evaluation). Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills: This should be specific requirements of what is required for this position. Bachelor's degree in Architecture or equivalent. At least fifteen years of design management experience. Ability to simultaneously manage multiple project deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Good understanding of design procedure and design tools is required. Registration with Architectural body is highly preferred (e.g., RIBA). Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Excellent command of written and spoken English. Strong communication and presentation skills.