Job Description

Lead Design Engineer - Roles & Responsibilities

1. Leadership & Team Management

Lead, supervise, and mentor the design/technical team, ensuring high-quality output. Allocate tasks, review drawings, and ensure timely delivery of all design submissions. Provide technical guidance and resolve complex design issues for junior engineers and draftsmen.

2. Design Oversight & Quality Control

Oversee preparation of shop drawings, joinery details, 3D concepts, and coordination layouts. Ensure all drawings meet project specifications, consultant standards, and industry best practices. Review and approve material samples, mock-ups, and technical submittals.

3. Project Coordination & Client Interaction

Attend client, consultant, and contractor meetings as the technical/design lead. Coordinate with project managers, procurement, QS, and site teams to ensure smooth execution. Address design-related RFIs, site issues, and provide timely solutions.

4. Technical Compliance & Innovation

Ensure all designs comply with authority regulations (Dubai Municipality, DDA, Civil Defense, etc.). Develop innovative design solutions to improve efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and constructability. Conduct design risk assessments and ensure designs support safe execution on site.

5. Documentation & Approvals

Oversee preparation of BOQs, material schedules, cutting lists, and technical documentation. Review and finalize all submissions before sending to client/consultant for approval. Track drawing status, revisions, and approval cycles systematically.

6. Site Support & Coordination

Conduct site visits to verify dimensions, identify design constraints, and ensure implementation accuracy. Guide the site team during installation, addressing buildability and coordination challenges. Approve as-built drawings before final submission.

7. Strategic & Organizational Contributions

Contribute to design standards, internal processes, and continuous improvement initiatives. Support the business development team with technical inputs for tenders and proposals. Ensure consistent brand and technical quality across all deliverables.
Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

* UAE: 6 years (Required)