Design Manager - Airport

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We are seeking an innovative and experienced Design Manager to join our airport development team in AlUla, Saudi Arabia. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge airport projects in a historically significant location. As the Design Manager, you will lead and oversee the architectural and engineering design aspects of airport facilities, ensuring high-quality, efficient, and innovative solutions.

• Lead and coordinate the design team, overseeing all aspects of airport facility design from concept to completion
• Perform and review complex architectural and engineering calculations to ensure structural integrity and compliance with international standards
• Prepare and review detailed specifications, reports, and data tables for airport design projects
• Collaborate with various stakeholders, including design and drafting groups, to ensure seamless project execution
• Prepare, review, and approve drawings at different stages of the design process
• Manage and execute advanced technical assignments of various complexities within approved schedules and budgets
• Coordinate technical and administrative activities across multiple disciplines and departments
• Train and evaluate architectural and design/drafting personnel to maintain high standards of performance
• Review and approve conceptual designs, ensuring alignment with project goals and client requirements
• Develop and implement new architectural methods and techniques to enhance efficiency and innovation in airport design
• Ensure compliance with international airport design standards and local regulations
• Participate in client meetings and presentations to communicate design concepts and progress effectively

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred
• Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in airport design or related large-scale infrastructure projects
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex design projects from conception to completion
• Strong proficiency in CAD software, 3D modeling tools, and other relevant design applications
• In-depth knowledge of international airport design standards, regulations, and best practices
• Excellent project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy
• Exceptional leadership abilities, with experience in mentoring and developing design teams
• Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present complex ideas clearly
• Experience in coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders
• Familiarity with sustainable design practices and their application in airport projects
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities
• Willingness to relocate to AlUla, Saudi Arabia, and work in a culturally diverse setting

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You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

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Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

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