Design Manager - Utilities

RIBA Plan of Work Understanding 

• Delivered infrastructure design aligned with RIBA Stages 0–4 (focus on Stages 2–4). 

• Understands design evolution across RIBA stages (concept to technical). 

• Familiar with LOIN and Master Information Delivery Plan (MIDP) processes. 

Infrastructure Design & Technical Capability 

• Strong background in roads, utilities, stormwater, and grading.

• Experience integrating infrastructure into spatial/urban masterplans. 

• Designs with sustainability, climate sensitivity, and constructability in mind. 

Design Management & Coordination 

• Coordinates across disciplines (architecture, landscape, buildings). 

• Understands and applies the Design Responsibility Matrix (DRM). 

• Experienced in value engineering, change management, and design compliance. 

Project Delivery Experience 

• Involved in district-scale projects under RIBA framework. 

• Knowledge of early works, enabling infrastructure, and phased delivery. 

• Interfaces infrastructure effectively with vertical and landscape design. 

Documentation & Technical Submissions 

• Prepares/reviews engineering reports and RIBA-aligned design packages. 

• Experienced in design submissions to clients and authorities. 

• Proficient in BIM and GIS for infrastructure coordination and planning. 

Stakeholder & Authority Engagement 

• Understands permitting and authority approval pathways. 

• Interfaces confidently with clients, consultants, and utility providers. 

• Leads coordination meetings and presents infrastructure strategies. 

Leadership & Soft Skills 

• RIBA-aware, with a holistic design-thinking approach. 

• Strong communicator across technical and non-technical stakeholders. 

• Leads teams proactively through multi-disciplinary design processes. 

• Min 15 years of experience working on District Masterplans under RIBA requirements.
• Degree in Civil or Infrastructure Engineering. 

• Familiarity with RIBA/ARB workflows.

• Chartered status (CEng, PE, or equivalent) preferred. 

• Experience in KSA and GCC is preferable.