Director - Design Governance - Cdu-015

Qiddiya

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Not specified; not specified; comprehensive benefi...
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20+ years design engineering governance experience
10 years middle east ksa development experience
Giga-project delivery track record
** Qiddiya is seeking a Director of Design Governance to oversee and enhance design quality and compliance across complex development projects in Riyadh. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in design, engineering, and governance, particularly in the Middle East, and will be responsible for establishing consistent frameworks that align with Qiddiya's strategic objectives. **

Job Summary

  • This role leads the Design Excellence vertical to ensure all projects embody Qiddiya's vision through standardized design quality measures.
  • The incumbent is responsible for establishing robust design stage-gate frameworks and managing the central repository of approved design assets.
  • The position requires driving the Integrated Design Management Program to align strategic design intent with delivery outcomes across complex giga-projects.

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** Qiddiya is seeking a Director of Design Governance to oversee and enhance design quality and compliance across complex development projects in Riyadh. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in design, engineering, and governance, particularly in the Middle East, and will be responsible for establishing consistent frameworks that align with Qiddiya's strategic objectives. **

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Comprehensive benefits package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 20+ years design engineering governance experience
  • 10 years Middle East KSA development experience
  • Giga-project delivery track record
  • Integrated Design Management Program implementation
  • Design procurement framework expertise

Nice-to-have

  • Culture of empowerment and knowledge sharing
  • Stakeholder management at executive level
  • Innovation in standardization and prototyping
  • Cross-functional team leadership skills

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in architecture, urban design, or related field
  • Minimum 20 years relevant experience in design and governance
  • 10 years experience specifically in the Middle East/KSA
  • Professionally registered with an international body (advantage)
  • Knowledge of KSA regulatory environment and codes

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