Manager – Urban Design

Job description / Role

Roles & Responsibilities

Manage the creation of client design briefs in conjunction with Development Manager
Provide in-house urban design/master plan feasibility/test fits based on inputs from Development Manager
Participate in prequalification process and provide assessment of consultant capabilities
Provide advice on bidders lists
Write the Brief and the Scope sections of the RFP in conjunction with the Development Manager
Provide tender evaluations for technical stage submissions
Provide advice on scope of service for inclusion in contract documents
Establish and manage the preparation of Plot Design Guidelines with input from Development and other stakeholders
Develop the Project Implementation Plan and Project Execution Plan
Write and issue the Bidders Recommendation Report
Participate in all urban design/master plan presentations and review all design related submittals from concept to detailed master plan, as well as infrastructure and public realm if required.
Administer the consultant contract in relation to contract implementation, measuring completed work, variation orders etc.
Manage urban design/master plan review and delegate other professional disciplines to related colleagues (MEP, structure, Estidama, Transportation, etc.) Manage and approve all proposed value engineering options. Prepare in-house value engineered urban design/master plan option where required.
Manage design progress against the programme
Review design documentation for the purpose of validating brief compliance
Review design documentation for the purpose of validating code compliance
Assist in obtaining authority permits (eg UPC). Note: the obtaining of permits is the responsibility of the consultant or contractor based on the related scope of service

Requirements

Business capabilities
5+ years of experience in urban design and master planning, either with consultants or developers
Possess flair in designing and in managing external design team
Good understanding of applicable codes and agencies requirements, such as ESTIDAMA / UPC / ADM / Civil Defense, etc…
Deep exposure to GCC region and adjacent markets preferred
Demonstrated track record in real estate developments with an understanding of the commercial drivers of development.

Interpersonal skills
Excellent analytical skills
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Excellent leadership skills and ability to delegate and coordinate responsibilities
Strong conflict resolution/management skills
Strong team player with ability to balance conflicting priorities and take timely decisions

Education
Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Landscape Architecture

About the Company

Budge is a leading professional Recruitment and HR Consultancy covering the Construction, Real Estate and Asset Management Sectors in the UAE and across the GCC. Established in 2003 with offices in both the UK and Dubai, we apply nearly 15 years of local knowledge working with experienced consultants and an unparalleled network of clients and applicants from around the world, bringing you a refreshing approach to recruitment.

Our specialist consultants act for every class of organisation including investment funds, developers, consultants, contractors and specialist sub-contractors. We are the preferred supplier for a number of world renowned organisations both in the UK and Middle East.

Budge is a privately owned company that prides itself in offering a complete and professional solution to like-minded organisations across the globe.