DESIGN DIRECTOR (NEOM SITE-BASED)

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Company Name: Atkins

Job Description

AtkinsRéalis is looking for Design Director (Neom Site-Based) in KSA.

About AtkinsRéalis

Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data, and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning, and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear, and Capital. News and information are available at www.atkinsrealis.com or follow us on LinkedIn.
Role Purpose

The Design Director in The Line Design team will lead and manage the design of different assets related to The Line. The Director of Design will lead a design team with respective plans, schedules, and will organize and coordinate the design work executed on projects of all scales. This is a KSA NEOM client site-based role.

Key accountabilities

• Responsible for design quality and vision
• Accountable for Delivery of design through Plan of Works
• Single point of contact for project Leadership
• Escalation point for Design Consultants
• Develop THE LINE architecture design and ensure implementation across the module.
• Responsible as part of the senior management team for delivering THE LINE Design Management mandate, including stakeholder engagement internally and externally
• Managing the design by creative approach and aesthetic design
• Design delivery from concept design to completion.
• Responsible for delivering various architectural typologies: residential, mixed use, commercial, public, healthcare, educational, civic, and cultural.
• Manage architectural design consultants to deliver NEOM architectural content and context
• Strong ability to prepare, develop and edit drawings and presentations
• Supervise the production of visualization, pre-concept, concept, developed, and detailed design
• Acts as Lead reviewer of qualitative architectural design review process, providing analysis, comment, and recommendation to executive management.
• Management and oversight of Senior Architects, Architects, Designers within the department and across different sectors/departments.
• Draft comprehensive architectural sets from concept until detailed design documents
• Manage Design and Asset Brief compliance, completeness, and accuracy, including design coordination within architecture and across disciplines
• Lead, develop, and review design asset briefs
• Prepare SoW, specifications, reports, and related data tables
• Lead and develop design manuals, standard design documents
• Manage preparation of and checks materials schedules and sample boards and mock-ups
• Manage preparation of and checks FF&E schedules and sourcing, including samples and mock-ups as appropriate
• Understanding materiality and its specifications
• Understanding Public realm design and application
• Technical detailing and construction administration experience
• Ability to solve design issues creatively and pragmatically by developing multiple design options that meet the design approach and budget
• Manage communication, coordination, and management of consultants, contractors, various NEOM departments/sectors
• Produce deliverables in accordance with NEOM standards and policies.

Background, Skills & Qualifications

Knowledge:

• Excellent conceptual and design skills, with emphasis on aesthetics
• Fluent in writing and speaking English
• Ability to negotiate
• Flexibility and attitude towards company objectives
• Cordial relationships with clients and stakeholders
• Commitment to innovation and design excellence
• Solid knowledge of products, materials, zoning/building codes, and construction methods
• A keen eye for attention to detail and accuracy
• Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to take initiative in response to direction from project managers, directors, and partners
• A team player, with a flexible and open attitude towards new ways of working and collaborating
• Understanding of financial and commercial management of projects
• Full understanding of risk management and ability to transmit the same to others
• Understanding of scope definition, interface, and ability to transmit the same to others
• Full knowledge of international standards, policies, codes, and procedures and ability to transmit the same to others
• Full knowledge of Statutory Authorities requirements
• Knowledge of international and local codes, regulations, and submission requirements
• Developed knowledge of Sustainable Design principles

Skills:

• Excellent relationship-building and interpersonal skills, communication with clarity, purpose, and accuracy
• Strong organizational skills, ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines on budget and on time
• Strong leadership skills
• Attention to detail and a methodical approach to work
• Outstanding presentation skills
• Excellent ability in Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, Adobe Suite; Grasshopper and V-Ray is a plus

Experience:

• 25 years of post-graduate outstanding architectural design and management experience
• Proven related experience in an Architectural Practice, including management of international design consultants across sectors and typologies
• Experience working in signature architecture design studios
• Design experience in various architectural types: residential, mixed use, commercial, public, healthcare, educational, etc.
• Experience and extensive knowledge on design and construction materials and their application
• Design experience of public realm design and application
• Extensive project experience with emphasis on large projects and programs
• Experience in Middle East is appreciated

Qualifications:

• B.Arch or B.Sc. in Architecture from a recognized university
• Postgraduate in Architecture or Urban Design
• International accreditation (RIBA, AIA, or equivalent)

Why choose AtkinsRéalis

Your difference makes a difference. We care for our people and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where you can thrive and build a future you want to be a part of.

Thrive with us. When you join us, your wellbeing, health, and safety become our top priority.

Engineering the future with digital. From design and engineering to project management, digital is fundamental to our way of working.

Champion lasting change. We build sustainability into everything we do.

Rewards and Benefits

We offer an excellent package which includes:

• A competitive salary
• Medical and life insurance cover
• Company gratuity scheme
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Annual flight allowance to point of origin
• Employee Wellbeing Programme – 24 hour free advice on financial, legal and family care specialists and also access to personal health, fitness and nutrition consultants

AtkinsRéalis is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not to discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction, or disablement. We oppose all forms of unlawful treatment and discrimination.

Our aim is for the company to be representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to a policy of treating all our employees and job applications equally.

We pursue this commitment by:

• Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implemented.
• Complying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practice.
• Ensuring that all existing employees, potential employees, colleagues, and customers are treated equally and with respect.

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