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Director - Design Procurement Support

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Job Description - Director - Design Procurement Support

Role Overview

  • Senior leadership role within Design Excellence, part of CDU.
  • Provides strategic, hands-on support to Business Units for consultant engagement.
  • Acts as a key enabler for world-class design consultants across all disciplines.

Core Responsibilities

  • Drive procurement support, governance, and standardized processes for consultant engagement.
  • Lead development of consultant database, templates, and guidelines.
  • Ensure consistent, value-driven engagement across all project types and scales.

Candidate Profile

  • Subject Matter Expert (SME) in design and development across multiple sectors.
  • Proven experience in KSA or GCC giga-projects.
  • Strong ability to collaborate and influence within a complex organization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership:

  • Develop and implement detartments frameworks and tools for consultant engagement.
  • Act as liaison between Business Units, Central Procurement, and consultants.
  • Champion continuous improvement and innovation in consultant management.

Data & Performance Management:

  • Maintain a centralized consultant directory with performance metrics.
  • Ensure data accuracy and accessibility for informed decisions.
  • Create dashboards and reports for performance tracking.

Standardization:

  • Develop templates, guidelines, and procedures (e.g., Design Brief, Selection Guideline).
  • Ensure compliance with design standards and procurement policies.
  • Monitor adoption and provide feedback for improvement.

Stakeholder Engagement:

  • Collaborate with Business Units to align consultant capabilities with project needs.
  • Build strategic relationships with global consultants and industry leaders.
  • Represent DPS in internal and external forums to promote best practices.

Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Urban Design, Project Management, or related design field (supported by relevant experience).
  • Property Development qualifications or certifications are an advantage.
  • Professional registration with an internationally recognized body preferred.

Skills:

Design & Development Expertise:

  • Broad experience across the full project lifecycle, identifying improvement opportunities and implementing new processes.
  • Strong familiarity with design management procedures, manuals, and guidelines from large-scale regional projects.
  • Deep understanding of consultant engagement strategies and procurement processes.

Strategic & Technical Competence:

  • Proven ability to solve complex problems using innovative and lateral thinking
  • Knowledge of KSA regulatory environment, governing agencies, and codes across multiple design typologies.
  • Experience in tracking project progress, ensuring alignment with vision, KPIs, and quality standards.

Leadership & Communication:

  • Committed to excellence and efficiency, streamlining processes for quality outcomes.
  • Exceptional organizational, analytical, and time management skills, with strong communication ability.
  • Confident in stakeholder engagement at all organizational levels; fluent in English (Arabic is an advantage).

Technology & Tools:

  • Proficient in MS Office suite., with advanced Excel and Power BI preferred.
  • Skilled in digital collaboration platforms and data-driven reporting tools.
  • Comfortable leveraging technology for process optimization and decision-making.

Behavioral Attributes:

  • Proactive and solution-oriented, with a strong sense of ownership.
  • Ability to lead in complex, matrixed organizations, fostering a culture of empowerment and knowledge sharing.
  • Resilient under pressure, capable of managing multiple priorities and deadlines effectively

Years of Experience:

  • 18+ years of relevant experience in project coordination and governance, preferably within large-scale projects and/or multidisciplinary environments.
  • Experience in the Middle East is essential.
  • Previous client-side experience in real estate or property development is a distinct advantage.
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