Design Director (Basements)

Design Director (Basements) Opportunities (PMC/PMO/IDC) in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia

The LINE Project (NEOM)

Our client:

A market leading US design & project management consultancy with nearly 75 years of experience.

Scope of work

PMC and design leadership of infrastructure, multiple high-rise towers around a Marina including other landmarks such as hospital, stadium, university, HQ, theatre and museum.

The Offer

Permanent Contract

Competitive tax-free expat salary

5-day work week.

Premium expatriate housing, food & transport provided at an excellent standard.

Health & Life insurance

Mobilization/demobilsation support

Single Status

Required:

20+ years of post-graduate outstanding architectural design and management experience

Bachelor Degree in Architecture or B.Sc. in Architecture from a recognized university

Postgraduate in Architecture or Urban Design prefered

International accreditation - RIBA, AIA, or equivalent

Outstanding presentation skills.

Excellent ability in Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, Adobe Suite; Grasshopper and V-Ray is a plus

Extensive project experience with emphasis on large projects and programs

Experience in Middle East is appreciated

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, mix 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

Excellent conceptual and design skills, with emphasis on responding to the functional requirements within the basements; mobility, logistics, utilities, storage

Managing, coordinating and developing the architectural aspects of the functionally driven city basements, specially focused in architectural design including operation facilities, mobility, logistics, services and maintenance

Experience in coordination with Civil, structural and MEP disciplines

Extensive knowledge of Urban and Infrastructure planning

Solid knowledge of products, materials, zoning / building codes and construction methods

A team player, with a flexible and open attitude towards new ways of working and collaborating

Full knowledge of international standards, policies, codes and procedures

Full knowledge of Statutory Authorities requirements,

Knowledge of international and local codes, regulations and submission requirements.

Developed knowledge of Sustainable Design principles