Design Quality Assurance Engineer

Job description / Role

Description

AHS is seeking a detail-driven and technically strong Design Quality Assurance Engineer to ensure the highest standards of quality, precision, and design integrity are achieved across our luxury real estate projects.

This is a site-based role focused on monitoring the execution of design intent during construction and fit-out stages. The ideal candidate will act as the link between design documentation and on-site delivery, ensuring that all materials, finishes, and workmanship meet AHS’s standards for excellence.

Key responsibilities:

Design & documentation review

• Review architectural, ID, and shop drawings to ensure alignment with approved design intent, coordination, and constructability.
• Check that materials, finishes, and detailing specified in design documentation are practical, available, and correctly represented in site execution plans.
• Track all design changes and ensure revisions are reviewed, approved, and implemented correctly.

On-site quality assurance

• Conduct regular inspections of ongoing works to verify that the contractor’s materials, methods, and workmanship comply with approved designs and project specifications.
• Monitor joinery, stonework, metalwork, glazing, and finishing installations for quality consistency, detailing accuracy, and alignment with AHS design standards.
• Assist in review, sign off on mock-ups, and sample installations, ensuring they accurately reflect the approved design intent before full implementation.
• Identify non-conformances or deviations from approved details and coordinate with contractors and consultants for corrective actions.
• Ensure materials delivered to site match the approved submittals and are installed per manufacturer’s recommendations and design requirements.

Coordination & reporting

• Work closely with consultants, design teams, and site management to resolve technical or aesthetic issues during execution.
• Prepare and issue Design QA Reports documenting observations, deviations, and required corrective measures.
• Participate in site coordination meetings to discuss progress, quality issues, and technical clarifications.
• Maintain a Design QA tracker to monitor compliance, approvals, and outstanding actions.
• Provide feedback to design and procurement teams to enhance future project specifications and detailing standards.

Continuous improvement

• Assist in developing standard QA/QC checklists, inspection procedures, and reporting templates for design execution.
• Support post-completion reviews to capture lessons learned and integrate them into AHS’s design delivery framework.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or Engineering.
• 3–5 years’ experience in design QA, site supervision, or design coordination within high-end or luxury developments.
• Strong understanding of architectural detailing, finishes, materials, and installation techniques.
• Proven ability to assess workmanship and material quality on-site.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and standard QA documentation tools.
• Excellent attention to detail, communication, and coordination skills.
• Working knowledge of UAE building codes, standards, and quality assurance protocols.
• Ability to work proactively on site, balancing design intent with practical construction constraints.

Benefits

Why join AHS:

• Design excellence: Contribute to projects that define the region’s luxury design standards.
• Career growth: Pathways into senior design management and quality leadership roles.
• Prestigious projects: Participate in landmark developments across Dubai.
• Collaborative culture: Work alongside elite architects, designers, and contractors.
• Recognition & development: Competitive compensation and structured growth opportunities.
• Balanced environment: A culture that values precision, professionalism, and personal well-being.