• Careers Site Advertising End Date
    22 Nov 2025
  • All Locations
    Egypt, 6th of October, Giza
  • Sector
    Infrastructure

  • About The Role
    We are seeking an accomplished Design Manager with a minimum of 12 years of proven experience in the construction industry, with a primary focus on managing and developing design work and overseeing technical office operations. The successful candidate will be instrumental in directing all stages of the design process for large-scale residential and urban development projects. The Design Manager will be based on site, leading and contributing to multidisciplinary design works, ensuring that all technical solutions meet project requirements, regulatory standards, and client expectations from inception to completion.

    Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

    • Coordinate the development of comprehensive design packages, ensuring alignment with project objectives and timelines.
    • Review design deliverables against requirements, align with design engineers, architects, and technical office staff to foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment.
    • Oversee the preparation, review, and approval of the technical documents, and specifications, assuring compliance with applicable statutory and contractual obligations.
    • Collaborate closely with project managers, construction managers, and external consultants to ensure seamless integration of design solutions within overall project delivery.
    • Manage design change processes, proactively identifying and resolving technical challenges to minimize project risks and delays.
    • Contributing to technical problems analysis and resolution in collaboration of the wider team across the design team, supervision team and the contractor(s).
    •  Implement best practices in design management, quality assurance, and value engineering to optimize project outcomes and support organizational goals.

    • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related fields; Post graduate degree is a plus.
    • 12+ years of hands-on experience in the construction industry, with a significant track record in leading design management and technical office functions.
    •  In-depth knowledge of design standards, engineering codes, and regulatory requirements relevant to large-scale construction projects.
    • Proficiency in design and project management software (such as AutoCAD, Revit, and Primavera P6) and strong technical documentation skills.
    • Core leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
    • Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to deliver innovative, practical solutions in a fast-paced project environment.

  • About us

    A world of opportunity

    Gleeds is a place to be part of something bigger. We take pride in our diverse and supportive culture that empowers you to make a difference while creating connections with brilliant people – colleagues and clients alike. Enjoy doing work that shapes our collective future, while steering your own journey in a trusting environment. Benefit from our rich heritage and global opportunities as you construct a career with purpose.

    With over 75 offices across the globe, you’ll become part of a truly global team that isn’t restricted by borders. We welcome new perspectives and ideas but above all, we believe that quality relationships sit at the heart of good business. We strive to be the people that seek to understand and bring people together. Wherever we are in the world, we’re committed to the success of our people, clients and communities – giving everyone a safer and more sustainable place to live, work and thrive.

    Our values underpin what we stand for and how we work:

    • Professionalism with personality
    • Excellence with humility
    • Innovation with agility

     

    We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications regardless of age, disability, marital status, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender status or gender.

    We recognise the importance of work/life balance and agree flexible working arrangements to suit each individual.

    Gleeds is a Great Place to Work certified employer.

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