Senior Design Manager – Architecture & Interior Design

About the role

The Senior Design Manager will lead the design development and delivery of large‑scale leisure and hospitality projects across KSA, overseeing multidisciplinary teams from concept through construction.

Key responsibilities

• Lead architectural and interior design vision from concept to construction.
• Maintain design intent throughout all project phases.
• Drive innovation aligned with hospitality trends and guest experience.
• Review and approve design deliverables, specifications and material selections.
• Manage external consultants, design firms and contractors.
• Develop and monitor design schedules, budgets and resources.
• Identify and mitigate design risks and oversee value engineering.
• Coordinate BIM integration across architecture, interior, MEP and landscape.
• Ensure compliance with local codes, sustainability standards and brand guidelines.
• Support construction teams with technical guidance and resolve design issues.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design or related field.
• 20+ years of experience with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven delivery of large‑scale hospitality or leisure projects.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating high‑quality design execution.
• Experience working in KSA or GCC and familiarity with local regulatory frameworks.

Required skills

• AutoCAD
• Revit/BIM
• Adobe Suite

What we offer

• Tax‑free salary
• Life and medical insurance
• Annual leave and company gratuity scheme
• Discretionary bonus and annual flight contribution
• Transportation and housing allowances
• Employee wellbeing program with 24/7 access to specialists