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Design Manager Jobs in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia at Sasel Saudi
Position :Design Manager (BIM Expertise)
Location:Riyadh / Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Project:Tunnel MEP Fit-Out
*** Candidates with short notice periods and transferable Iqama will be given priority consideration.***
Role Overview:
The Design Manager will oversee the Building Information Modeling (BIM) and design aspects of theTunnel MEP Fit-Out Project, ensuring integration and coordination across all disciplines. This role requires expertise in managingBIM-based workflows, coordinating multi-disciplinary design teams, and ensuring design compliance with technical standards and stakeholder requirements.
Responsibilities:
BIM Management and Coordination
Lead the development and implementation of BIM workflows and processes for the project.
Manage the Common Data Environment (CDE) to ensure all design information is accessible, accurate, and up to date.
Ensure BIM models are developed to required LOD (Level of Development) standards for all project stages.
Coordinate clash detection and resolution activities, using BIM software tools to ensure seamless design integration.
Design Coordination and Oversight
Oversee the integration of BIM with design activities acrossMEP,civil, andarchitecturaldisciplines.
Review and approve design submissions for compliance with codes, standards, and client specifications.
Manage design change requests, ensuring efficient resolution and minimal project disruption.
Stakeholder Engagement
Act as the primary interface for design-related matters, engaging with the client, consultants.
Facilitate BIM-based design reviews and workshops to align stakeholders on project deliverables.
Collaborate with on-site teams to address and resolve design-related challenges, incorporating feedback into BIM models.
Technical Compliance and Standards
Ensure all BIM models and design deliverables comply with local regulations, international standards, and project-specific requirements.
Oversee QA/QC processes for BIM submissions and monitor adherence to project BIM Execution Plans (BEP).
Interface Coordination
Oversee BIM-enabled integration of design elements across disciplines (MEP, civil, architectural) and ensure compatibility with utilities and tunnel systems.
Resolve design conflicts through interface coordination and advanced BIM analysis.
Team Leadership
Lead and mentor a team of BIM specialists, design engineers, and coordinators.
Provide technical guidance to enhance team productivity and ensure delivery of high-quality design outputs.
Project Reporting
Prepare and present design progress reports, including BIM deliverables and clash resolution updates, to project stakeholders.
Monitor and track design and BIM milestones, ensuring alignment with project timelines.
Requirements:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree inCivil Engineering,Mechanical Engineering,Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
Master’s degree or specialization in BIM or related fields is preferred.
Experience:
Minimum15 yearsof experience in design management, with at least5 yearsin a managerial role.
Proven expertise inBIM-enabled design coordinationon large-scale MEP fit-out projects.
Prior experience with renownedPMC/consultancy firmsand contractor environments in Saudi Arabia is essential.
Technical Skills:
Advanced proficiency inBIM software toolssuch as Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, and BIM 360.
Strong understanding ofISO 19650principles and workflows.
Strong understanding of local a…
Title: Design Manager
Company: Sasel Saudi
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Category: Engineering, Design & Architecture
