25 Design Coordination jobs in Saudi Arabia

The Director City Design Coordination will play a critical role within NEOM The LINE’s City Design Integration team, supporting the overall integration of city design activities. Reporting to the Director - Design Coordination, this role focuses on managing design workflows, ensuring collaboration across various disciplines, and helping to deliver a cohesive, high-quality urban environment. You’ll work hands-on with the Architectural and Engineering design teams, ensuring that NEOM’s ambitious vision is executed effectively and to the highest standards.

What You'll Do:

• Assist the Director - Design Coordination in managing and overseeing the integration of all design efforts across NEOM The LINE, including collaboration with Urban Designers, Neighbourhood Architects and engineers, Infrastructure Engineers, and consultants for critical city assets like basements and technical floors.
• Act as a key point of contact for design teams, facilitating effective communication and coordination to ensure all design components align with NEOM’s overall vision and quality objectives.
• Coordinate the daily activities of various design teams, ensuring that timelines are met, design conflicts are resolved, and the integration process runs smoothly.
• Manage design deliverables, tracking progress, ensuring deadlines are adhered to, and providing feedback to ensure high standards of design and functionality are maintained.
• Support the Director in problem-solving complex design integration challenges, ensuring all city design elements work together both functionally and aesthetically.
• Work closely with internal teams and external consultants to gather design information, facilitate cross-team collaboration, and drive alignment between design and technical requirements.
• Ensure that design processes and outputs are aligned with NEOM’s sustainability, innovation, and quality goals.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members within City Design Coordination, contributing to a culture of collaboration and excellence.

What We’re Looking For:

• 25+ years of experience in architecture, urban design, or a related field, with significant experience managing design coordination on large-scale urban development projects.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple teams and disciplines.
• A solid understanding of urban design principles, infrastructure integration, and public realm development.
• Proven experience managing complex design processes, including tracking deliverables, solving design conflicts, and ensuring alignment across teams.
• Ability to balance day-to-day design management with strategic problem-solving to meet project goals and standards.
• Familiarity with sustainable and innovative urban design practices, along with a commitment to driving design excellence.
• A collaborative approach and strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Job Summary:

We are looking for an experienced
Architectural Renovation Design Engineer
with a strong background in the design and coordination of renovation projects for existing buildings. The ideal candidate should be able to evaluate existing architectural conditions and develop innovative design solutions that blend modern functionality with structural constraints and heritage considerations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct site assessments to analyze existing architectural elements and spatial layouts.
• Develop architectural design proposals for renovation and retrofitting, respecting historical or structural limitations.
• Prepare detailed drawings, floor plans, elevations, and design documentation using tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, and SketchUp.
• Coordinate design efforts with MEP and structural teams to ensure integration and feasibility.
• Select appropriate materials and finishes suited for renovation projects.
• Ensure all designs comply with local codes, regulations, and sustainability standards.
• Participate in design review meetings and client presentations.
• Provide support during construction to ensure adherence to design intent.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in architectural renovation and design projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, and other design tools.
• Strong design and visualization skills.
• Familiarity with restoration techniques, building codes, and adaptive reuse strategies.
• Excellent communication and coordination abilities.

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We're Hiring: Design Manager | Construction Sector | Saudi Arabia

Join our fast-growing construction company and take the lead in managing multi-disciplinary design activities from concept through execution. We're seeking an experienced
Design Manager
with a strong track record in coordinating architecture, structural, and MEP design packages to ensure timely, high-quality project delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate the design process from pre-concept to IFC stage.
• Liaise with consultants, clients, and internal departments to align design objectives.
• Review and approve design deliverables ensuring compliance with project standards.
• Lead value engineering and design optimization initiatives.
• Oversee design documentation and control systems.
• Support tendering teams with design-related inputs and clarifications.
• Drive integration between design, construction, and procurement teams.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture.
• Minimum 10 years' experience, preferably with major contracting firms in Egypt, KSA or GCC.
• Strong knowledge of local authority requirements and international codes.
• Proven ability to lead design coordination and manage multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

If you're passionate about design excellence and want to shape the future of landmark construction projects, we want to hear from you.

We are seeking an experienced, stable senior leader to own planning, design and delivery for a mega capital project in Riyadh. The successful candidate will have a proven track record delivering large-scale, complex projects in Saudi Arabia or the GCC — from early planning and master-planning through design management, procurement and construction handover. This is a hands-on leadership role: you'll lead multi-discipline teams, manage third-party consultants and contractors, and ensure the programme, budget and quality targets are met.

Key responsibilities

• Lead project planning and governance: define phases, programme, milestones, KPIs and reporting to the owner/board.
• Oversee design management and interfaces across architecture, MEP, civil, landscape, interiors, FF&E, and sustainability.
• Direct procurement strategy and tendering for large packages (EPC, design consultants, specialist works).
• Coordinate statutory approvals, local authority liaison and compliance with Saudi regulations and standards.
• Manage cost controls, budget forecasting, change control and value engineering.
• Lead contractor selection, contract negotiation and claims management; drive contractor performance.
• Implement robust QA/QC, HSE and commissioning plans; ensure safe delivery.
• Build and lead integrated project teams (PMO, design managers, commercial, contracts, permits, procurement).
• Stakeholder engagement: present to executive sponsors, coordinate with planners, utility providers and government entities.
• Risk management: identify, mitigate and report major programme and delivery risks.

Required experience & skills

• 12+ years' capital projects experience with at least 5 years in senior PM/Head of Delivery role on mega projects.
• Direct experience delivering mega projects in Saudi Arabia or GCC (projects > USD 200–500M; preferable projects > USD 1B).
• Strong knowledge of local approvals, regulations and typical contracting forms used in KSA.
• Demonstrable track record in design coordination, procurement of major packages, and on-site delivery.
• Excellent commercial acumen: budget management, cost control and contract negotiation.
• Proven leadership of large multi-discipline teams (100+ team members and multiple consultants/contractors).
• Fluent English; Arabic advantageous.
• Professional qualification in Engineering/Architecture/Construction Management and membership of a recognised body preferred.
• Residency/Right to work in Saudi Arabia preferred; willingness to relocate for the right candidate.

Desirable / Nice-to-have

• Experience with giga projects, NEOM/Red Sea/Diriyah style masterplans, or hospitality/entertainment mixed-use developments.
• Familiarity with BIM processes, digital delivery and program management tools.
• Experience managing JV structures or international EPC contractors.
• Previous experience working with government or sovereign wealth stakeholders.

Personal attributes

• Stable career history with clear, progressive responsibility.
• Strong communicator — able to present to senior executives and governmental stakeholders.
• Decisive, pragmatic and solutions-oriented with a track record of delivering under pressure.
• High integrity and culturally aware for working in KSA senior stakeholder environments.

Package & perks (indicative)

• Competitive base salary + performance bonus.
• Relocation package (if required), housing allowance, health insurance, annual tickets/home leave.
• Long-term assignment potential with opportunities for future projects across the region.

Job Purpose
The role holder is responsible for managing all planning and design services for campus masterplan, buildings, sites, and offices both internal and external, and office/staff distribution and allocation to reduce the operational cost, preparing and reviewing the technical tender documents. Additionally, evaluate vendors, and ensuring quality delivery by internal and external service providers in an efficient and cost effective manner. The role holder shall carry out his duties in accordance with the stipulated business policies and procedures.

Job Responsibility

• Manages and provides in-house & outsourced planning and design services for campus masterplan, buildings, sites, and offices.
• Ensures providing optimal solutions for all requests related to planning and design services.
• Leads discussions and negotiations with various sectors to implement plans aligned with corporate guidelines ensuring optimization of available office area while meeting business requirements and office distribution standards in a cost effective manner.
• Plans and contributes to budget estimation for Building Design and Construction activities and stc construction projects
• Supervises all planning and design services related to existing and new outlets, data centre buildings and administration buildings across KSA.
• Optimizes the office area allocation provided to all regions with annual plans to reduce operational costs and creates more investment opportunities for various sites.
• Evaluates and prioritises building proposals from customers.
• Supports in preparing specifications for new contracts, post that coordinates with BM Vendor and Contract Management Section to select the appropriate external vendor and also reviews and approves tender package documents.
• Monitors engineering design activities and supports in identifying the best possible tender and engineering contractor for the job.
• Coordinates with BM Vendor and Contract Management to issue work orders and change orders, provide input on contractor quality of work and finalize payments.

Job Responsibility (cont.)
Years Of Experience
 Minimum of 6 years of experience in a related discipline

Nature Of Experience
Prior experience in planning and design operations for building management services in a large organization of similar size and scale

Job Band
Managerial

Skills
nalytical ability

nowledge of construction practices in KSA

nowledge of Building Management systems

bility to read and interpret building designs

ound organizational skills

esource and vendor management skills

roblem solving and innovation

asic knowledge of the capabilities of all relevant technological applications

Education
Bachelor Degree in Business Administration or Engineering

Masters Degree in Business Administration or Engineering

Additional Education
Certifications
roject Management Professional (PMP)

Are you a proactive project manager with a passion for sustainable urban planning and design? Dar Al Omran – Rasem Badran is seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager with a strong urban planning/design background to be based in Hael, Saudi Arabia. In this role, you’ll support project coordination while leveraging your expertise in urban planning to help shape innovative, people-centric urban environments.

Project Management & Coordination

• Assist in project planning, scheduling, and execution to ensure timely delivery of urban projects.
• Support budget management, resource allocation, and risk assessment in close coordination with the Project Manager.
• Facilitate client communications, stakeholder coordination, and comprehensive project reporting.
• Organize and lead workshops, client meetings, and knowledge transfer sessions.
• Assist in preparing technical reports, proposals, and contractual documents.
• Conduct site analysis, feasibility studies, and urban research to inform design decisions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams—including architects, urban planners, landscape designers, and engineers—to integrate design and functionality.
• Engage with government agencies, clients, and community stakeholders to gather input and present design proposals.
• Ensure compliance with local planning policies, sustainability goals, and quality standards.
• Stay updated on urban planning trends, zoning regulations, and emerging technologies in sustainable city planning.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 8 years in urban planning/design and project management roles.
• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Urban Design, Architecture, or a related field.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in CAD, InDesign, GIS, and MS Office Suite.• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Arabic and English, particularly for client presentations and stakeholder engagement.
• Specialization: Experience in heritage and conservation projects is highly recommended.

Join us in shaping the future of cities through innovative planning and sustainable design. If you are driven by excellence and ready to contribute your expertise to transformative urban projects, we would love to hear from you!

Dar Al Omran – Rasem Badran is a leading architecture, planning, and design consultancy renowned for delivering high-quality, sustainable solutions. We are committed to helping our clients achieve their goals and fostering a collaborative, growth-oriented workplace—an ethos recognized by our Great Place to Work Certification.

For nationalization purposes – This role is for Saudis only.

Who We Are

ALEC Engineering and Contracting L.LC. (ALEC), part of the Investment Corporation of Dubai (ICD), is a large construction company with related businesses operating in the GCC with a presence in Africa. ALEC has consistently evolved and grown over the last 20 years to become a trusted partner for the execution of complex and iconic construction projects. The company builds and provides construction solutions to exceed our clients' expectations for quality, safety, functionality, and aesthetics.

ALEC has extensive experience in complex projects across diverse sectors including airports, retail, hotels & resorts, high-rise buildings, themed projects as well as construction management, design management, estimating, cost planning and procurement. ALEC also possesses a Design and Build capability, which enables us to provide integrated construction solutions to our clients.

ALEC offers its clients a complete turnkey solution with construction, MEP, fit-out, energy efficiency solutions and solar opportunities, facilities management capabilities, heavy equipment rental as well as technology systems.

We are looking for highly motivated KSA graduates to join our team in Saudi Arabia.

The individual will be responsible for (but not limited to):

Role Overview

We are currently seeking
Junior Architects
with years of experience to join our team in Saudi Arabia. This role is ideal for professionals who are passionate about design coordination, technical excellence, and contributing to high-impact construction projects.

You will be responsible for supporting the execution of construction activities from initiation to closeout, ensuring alignment with project schedules, specifications, and design standards.

Key Responsibilities

Design Coordination & Documentation

• Review tender and IFC models including 2D drawings, BIM models, and asset data in accordance with ISO19650 standards.
• Resolve design conflicts through RFIs, CVIs, and collaborative workshops.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary design inputs to ensure clarity and alignment across teams.
• Assist the Design Coordinator in managing subcontractor scope and technical reviews.

Technical Oversight

• Prepare and track RFIs and CVIs to ensure design clarity and contract compliance.
• Review subcontractor and workshop drawings for alignment with specifications.
• Monitor drawing delivery schedules and ensure timely submissions.
• Liaise with the Planning Department to align design deliverables with project timelines.
• Support the Temporary Works Coordinator to ensure structural safety in temporary works.

As-Built & Close-Out Support

• Manage redline/as-built processes and coordinate updates with modelers.
• Collaborate with the document control team to ensure accurate submission and publishing of final documentation.

Candidate Profile

• Saudi (mandatory for nationalization purposes).
• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or equivalent.
• 3 years of experience in a contractor's design office or similar architectural role.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, and collaboration tools such as Revizto or Navisworks.
• Familiar with Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication skills in English (written and verbal).
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and collaborative.
• Aligned with ALEC's core values: Integrity, Courage, Value Our People, Reliability, Innovation.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on some of Saudi Arabia's most technically challenging and high-profile projects.
• A forward-thinking environment that encourages innovation and professional growth.
• A collaborative team culture where your contributions directly impact project success.
• Competitive compensation and career development opportunities.