Serve as the central liaison between international design firms and local consultants of record to ensure global design concepts are successfully adapted to local regulations
Act as the primary interface between the design team and internal departments to integrate operational, commercial, and technical requirements into the project lifecycle
Lead multidisciplinary coordination workshops to resolve spatial and technical conflicts between architectural, structural, and MEP systems
Manage the communication flow between external specialists and the core project team to ensure all parties are working from the most current design information
Perform detailed technical reviews of all design packages to ensure submissions are comprehensive, constructable, and aligned with the project brief
Evaluate design drawings and specifications to identify technical risks, single-source dependencies, or overly complex details that could hinder construction
Oversee the strategy for securing all necessary permits and statutory approvals from local government agencies and utility providers
Review all technical documentation intended for authority submission to ensure compliance with building codes, fire and life safety regulations, and zoning laws
Coordinate with external consultants to address and resolve technical objections raised by regulatory bodies during the approval process
Monitor the design schedule and consultant progress to ensure all deliverables are submitted according to the agreed contractual milestones
Manage the Request for Information (RFI) process during the design phase to provide consultants with timely decisions and technical direction
Implement a rigorous design change control process to evaluate the technical and schedule impact of any proposed modifications before implementation
Maintain a comprehensive project record including design logs, meeting minutes, and official approval documentation to ensure full traceability
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in architecture engineering.
12+ years of experience in design management, preferably in mixed use projects.
Proven experience in managing architecture and design consultants.
Strong technical background with a solid understanding of design processes and coordination.
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
