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Director - City Public Realm Design

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The Director of Design Management is a critical role within the City Design Integration team at NEOM The LINE, reporting directly to the Executive Director of City Design Integration. This role is focused on overseeing the design work carried out by the City Asset Design Architect in relation to the city public open space and primary circulation. You’ll ensure that these essential elements are designed to the client’s requirements whilst enabling the overall performance of the city.

What You'll Do:

Lead the management of design activities for public realm ensuring it meets the requirements of the project.
Serve as the main point of contact between the City Design Integration team and the Architectural Consultant responsible for these key assets.
Oversee the Architectural Consultant’s work, providing guidance, feedback, and direction to ensure that all design deliverables align with NEOM The LINE’s requirements and standards.
Collaborate with other design teams, including Urban Realm, Infrastructure Engineer, Anchor Asset and Community designers, to integrate the design of public realm seamlessly into the broader cityscape.
Manage the design process to completion, ensuring that timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met.
Work closely with the Executive Director of City Design Integration and other senior leaders to develop and implement strategies for the design of city public realm that contribute to the overall vision of NEOM The LINE.
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve any design challenges, ensuring that the design of city public realm is cohesive and aligned with the project’s broader objectives.
Foster a collaborative and creative working environment

What We’re Looking For:

25+ Extensive experience in urban planning/architecture, with a focus on large-scale urban development and public spaces.
Strong leadership and management skills, with a proven ability to oversee complex design projects and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.
Deep understanding of architectural design principles, particularly in the context of critical city assets.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively liaise with architectural consultants, design teams, and senior leadership.
A strategic thinker with a strong eye for detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality design that meets the project’s vision and standards.
Experience in managing design processes, timelines, and budgets, with a focus on achieving project goals within constraints.
A collaborative approach, with the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

What You Should Know About Director - City Public Realm Design, JASARA PMC

Take the lead in shaping the future of urban spaces with the role of Director - City Public Realm Design at NEOM The LINE! This exciting position places you at the heart of the City Design Integration team, where you will directly report to the Executive Director. Your primary mission? To oversee the design processes related to the public open spaces and primary circulation of the city. Imagine being the crucial link between the City Design Integration team and the Architectural Consultant, ensuring that all designs meet our high standards and client requirements. You’ll collaborate with a dynamic team, including Urban Realm and Infrastructure Engineers, to integrate our designs into a stunning and functional cityscape. Your leadership will foster creativity and collaboration, while you manage timelines, budgets, and quality throughout the design journey. If you have 25+ years of experience in urban planning and architecture and are passionate about leading large-scale projects, you'll feel right at home in this position. Join us in creating the innovative public realm that NEOM The LINE envisions.

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What are the responsibilities of the Director - City Public Realm Design at NEOM The LINE?

As the Director - City Public Realm Design at NEOM The LINE, your responsibilities include leading design management activities for public spaces, being the primary contact for the Architectural Consultant, and overseeing their work to ensure design alignment with NEOM’s vision. You'll also collaborate with various design teams for integration, manage processes to adhere to timelines and budgets, and engage with stakeholders to address design challenges.