Design Manager Middle East & Africa
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job Description
Aman:
At Aman we are on a mission to create the world\xe2\x80\x99s ultimate luxury lifestyle brand; hotels, resorts, experiences and products which transform our guests\xe2\x80\x99 perspectives and daily lives. To achieve our ambitions, we capitalise on our unique combination of world-class and diverse talent, unmatched design, and access to locations, cultures and experiences few are privy to. We live by the \xe2\x80\x98Aman way of life\xe2\x80\x99 \xe2\x80\x93 a mindset shared by our guests and employees which creates a lifelong sense of belonging driven by our values of:
Invest in individuality \xe2\x80\x93 fostering an environment where each person can push boundaries, take risks and challenge norms.
Nurture pathfinder spirit \xe2\x80\x93 exploring experiences, opportunities and locations which transform into new exciting ventures.
Act like owners \xe2\x80\x93 taking the charge, leading by example and an immense sense of pride in their work.
Celebrate communities \xe2\x80\x93 ensuring that every member of our community is looked after and nurtured in a compassionate, respectful and collaborative manner. Location:
Invest in individuality \xe2\x80\x93 fostering an environment where each person can push boundaries, take risks and challenge norms.
Nurture pathfinder spirit \xe2\x80\x93 exploring experiences, opportunities and locations which transform into new exciting ventures.
Act like owners \xe2\x80\x93 taking the charge, leading by example and an immense sense of pride in their work.
Celebrate communities \xe2\x80\x93 ensuring that every member of our community is looked after and nurtured in a compassionate, respectful and collaborative manner. Location:
This position is located in Dubai, UAE. Overview:
The Design Manager reports into the Director of Design & Technical Services. The position coordinates the design development process on an established schedule within an approved budget. Supports the implementation of Aman\xe2\x80\x99s standards and brand objectives through a focus on superior design strategies and solutions. Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain strong relationships & communication with Project Consultants and Aman Corporate teams in a collaborative, team-focused manner that adds value to projects
- Assist in the early formulation and feasibility stages of a project
- Provide Technical Services direction, attend project coordination workshops, ensure adherence to brand standards, and oversee/assist design and engineering consultant teams to develop the approved project design through to the working drawings
- Review design consultant submitted drawings and specifications
- Develop and track project schedules
- Identify, work to resolve and communicate project-related issues and resolutions
- Assist with Initial Project Reviews (IPR\xe2\x80\x99s) and prepare Project Progress Reports (PPR\xe2\x80\x99s)
- Conduct site visits and prepare visit reports
- Accurately communicate projects status. Update the Director of Design & Technical Services on a regular basis and provide projections for all design aspects and program delivery
- Assist with ongoing development of corporate brand standards and process frameworks
- Must already have right to work in UAE or employment visa for Dubai.
- University degree in Architecture or Interior Design
- Minimum 5+ years professional experience
- Experience with coordinating consultants (Civil, MEP, Landscape, ID, etc.) on large-scale developments
- Familiarity with all aspects of luxury hotel and resorts project delivery. Technical Services background with luxury hotel operator preferred
- Fluent in written and spoken English (additional languages desirable)
- Strong work ethic and cultural sensitivity
- Ability to collaborate effectively with multi-national professional teams across multiple projects running concurrently
- Excellent communicator able to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Willing to travel
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Job IdJD1496926
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationDubai, United Arab Emirates
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EducationNot mentioned