Architecture Department Manager

Job Title:	Architecture Department Manager
Location:	Zamalek, Cairo , Egypt
Job Type:	Full Time Employee
Category:	Architecture
Description:	Manage and develop architecture engineering department to produce the required design drawings starting from schematic design , design phase, mood boards, up to the construction working details. Develop preliminary design and coordinate with other departments through the subsequent design stages. Manage the design process and qualify, appoint and direct Project Manager (where applicable), Project Engineer and different consultants through the Pre-Concept, Concept, Scheme and Detailed Design stages including full design of every part and component of the project by collaboration of all concerned parties. Interface with different stakeholders and consultants to obtain their requirements and ensure the timely communication of project information, materials and relevant data to different parties. Advise on the general approach to the layout, design and construction; and provide necessary documents to obtain required statutory approvals. Prepare / oversee the preparation of design briefs, studies of user requirements, technical aspects, site conditions, planning, design and building in use etc as necessary; and give appraisals and recommendations. Obtain owner approvals on different design stages and confirm cost and program compliance with investment case and to present designs. Oversee the preparation of, review and approve Tender Documents including drawings specifications, BoQs and any relevant production information in sufficient detail; hold pretender briefing for potential contractors to ensure they have a good project understanding; and obtain As Built drawings following the practical completion of the project. Interface with Operations team to obtain Operations Design input and develop Operational / Maintenance Strategy. Interface with the Commercial Management team to procure different services; manage RFPs under DM instructions; prepare tender documentation; manage cost engineering; negotiate contracts; approve and apply payments; and provide services and reports including change management; contract administration advice, and settle final consultants accounts to ensure transparency and adherence to AFGRE policies and procedures through different project stages. Provide the Marketing team with project information and graphic materials to develop and implement Marketing Strategy. Interface with the Sales and Leasing team to obtain Market Study and feedback and reflect the outputs on the project designs.
Qualifications:	Bachelor degree in architectural engineering with 20 years experience. Proven experience in design residential and coastal projects. Proven experience as architecture design manager. PMP , MBA is preferable. Management skills is must. Excellent written and oral communication skills along with presentation techniques.
Education:	Bachelor's degree / higher diploma
Experience:	Min: 17 Max: 20
Salary:	$1,500 – $2,000
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