Job Description

Senior Design Manager - Retail Mall Projects - Dubai, UAE
Position Overview
Al-Futtaim Group is hiring a Senior Design Manager to lead large-scale retail mall and shopping center developments in Dubai. This leadership role focuses on project design coordination, technical quality, and stakeholder management across all stages of retail real estate projects. The ideal candidate will bring proven experience in architecture, urban design, and multi-discipline project oversight for commercial developments in the UAE.
Job Details
Job Location: Dubai, UAE
Industry: Architecture / Interior Design
Function: Program / Project Management
Salary: 30000-40000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Core Duties

• Lead design strategy and documentation for major retail real estate projects
• Manage consultant engagement and design quality for all project stages
• Oversee site evaluation, design briefs, engineering feasibility, and infrastructure planning
• Conduct technical reviews of architecture, structure, MEP systems, and statutory compliance
• Drive innovation through smart design, sustainability, and modern construction practices
• Coordinate executive-level reporting and design presentations
• Support project budgeting and ROI analysis with commercial and planning teams
• Ensure timely project delivery aligned with stakeholder and regulatory expectations

Candidate Requirements

• 15+ years of experience in architecture or urban design
• Deep expertise in retail malls, shopping centers, or mixed-use projects
• Bachelor's or master's degree in Architecture or Urban Design
• Strong technical knowledge of building systems, construction, and authority requirements
• Experience preparing executive-level design reviews and reports
• Capability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
• Background with leading real estate developers or top-tier design consultancies

Why Join Us
At Al-Futtaim Group, you will work on regionally significant real estate developments that shape modern urban life. With flagship projects like Dubai Festival City, our real estate division is a key player in the region's commercial landscape. We offer long-term growth, international exposure, and the stability of a multi-billion-dirham portfolio.
About the Company
Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate (AFGRE) is the master developer and asset manager of some of the most iconic real estate destinations in the UAE and MENA region. AFGRE is responsible for all aspects of development, including planning, sales, leasing, and operations across retail, residential, and commercial assets. With over four decades of experience, AFGRE continues to invest in high-quality urban destinations that offer value and livability.
Job Title Senior Design Manager - Retail Mall Projects - Dubai, UAE
Senior Design Manager - Retail Mall Projects - Dubai, UAE
Position Overview
Al-Futtaim Group is hiring a Senior Design Manager to lead large-scale retail mall and shopping center developments in Dubai. This leadership role focuses on project design coordination, technical quality, and stakeholder management across all stages of retail real estate projects. The ideal candidate will bring proven experience in architecture, urban design, and multi-discipline project oversight for commercial developments in the UAE.
Job Details
Job Location: Dubai, UAE
Industry: Architecture / Interior Design
Function: Program / Project Management
Salary: 30000-40000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Core Duties

• Lead design strategy and documentation for major retail real estate projects
• Manage consultant engagement and design quality for all project stages
• Oversee site evaluation, design briefs, engineering feasibility, and infrastructure planning
• Conduct technical reviews of architecture, structure, MEP systems, and statutory compliance
• Drive innovation through smart design, sustainability, and modern construction practices
• Coordinate executive-level reporting and design presentations
• Support project budgeting and ROI analysis with commercial and planning teams
• Ensure timely project delivery aligned with stakeholder and regulatory expectations

Candidate Requirements

• 15+ years of experience in architecture or urban design
• Deep expertise in retail malls, shopping centers, or mixed-use projects
• Bachelor's or master's degree in Architecture or Urban Design
• Strong technical knowledge of building systems, construction, and authority requirements
• Experience preparing executive-level design reviews and reports
• Capability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
• Background with leading real estate developers or top-tier design consultancies

Why Join Us
At Al-Futtaim Group, you will work on regionally significant real estate developments that shape modern urban life. With flagship projects like Dubai Festival City, our real estate division is a key player in the region's commercial landscape. We offer long-term growth, international exposure, and the stability of a multi-billion-dirham portfolio.
About the Company
Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate (AFGRE) is the master developer and asset manager of some of the most iconic real estate destinations in the UAE and MENA region. AFGRE is responsible for all aspects of development, including planning, sales, leasing, and operations across retail, residential, and commercial assets. With over four decades of experience, AFGRE continues to invest in high-quality urban destinations that offer value and livability.
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Salary from 30000.00
Salary to 40000.00
Number of Vacancies 1
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Location City Dubai
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