Senior Design Manager (524-173)

JASARA Program Management Company is a joint venture between Public Investment Fund (PIF), Jacobs, and Saudi Aramco, established to elevate the delivery of social infrastructure programs in Saudi Arabia and support Vision 2030 through solutions-based program delivery. Working at the intersection of design excellence and program delivery, JASARA supports complex built-environment projects that shape communities and public infrastructure. As Senior Design Manager, you will play a central role in guiding architectural design delivery across a range of asset types. This role is focused on bringing strategic oversight, design leadership, and strong cross-functional collaboration to projects, helping ensure that design outcomes are imaginative, effective, and aligned with wider project objectives and quality expectations. Responsibilities - Steer architectural design projects across various asset types - Oversee a dedicated design team and support high-quality design delivery - Ensure that design work aligns with project objectives and quality standards - Facilitate communication among stakeholders throughout the design process - Apply a strategic approach to deliver imaginative and effective design solutions Requirements Qualifications: - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture or a related field - 15+ years of experience in architectural design management, including managing complex design projects from inception to completion - Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite - Experience with stage-gate design reviews, BIM coordination workflows, and value engineering - Experience with safety-in-design practices - Experience managing client-side leadership, internal multidisciplinary teams, external consultants, and contractors - Holds a registered architect license - Professional proficiency in English - Familiarity with sustainability principles in design and construction Desired Skills: - Experience in mixed-use developments is a plus - Holds a PMP certification - Holds LEED accreditation - Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to meet tight deadlines