Senior Director - Design Delivery (Sports Stadium) - SPA185
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Qiddiya Investment Company is looking for an accomplished Senior Director - Design (Sports Stadium) to lead the design and development of cutting-edge sports stadium projects as part of our visionary entertainment destination in Saudi Arabia. This senior leadership role involves spearheading the design strategy, overseeing multidisciplinary design teams, and ensuring that all design deliverables reflect innovation, functionality, and sustainability tailored to world-class sports venues.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and architectural vision for sports stadium projects, ensuring alignment with Qiddiya's strategic objectives and brand identity.
- Manage and mentor multidisciplinary design teams, including architects, engineers, and consultants specialized in sports facility design.
- Collaborate closely with project management, engineering, and operations teams to deliver integrated and efficient designs that meet performance, safety, and regulatory standards.
- Drive innovation in stadium design including fan experience, accessibility, sustainability, and technology integration.
- Oversee coordination with external stakeholders, contractors, and regulatory bodies to ensure design compliance and timely project delivery.
- Manage design budgets and schedules to optimize resources and maintain project goals.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related disciplines.
- Minimum 15 years of experience with a focus on large-scale sports stadium or venue design in commercial real estate or sports infrastructure development.
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing multidisciplinary teams in complex design projects.
- In-depth knowledge of stadium design principles, building codes, safety regulations, and sustainability standards.
- Strong project management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Proficiency with design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, BIM, and visualization tools.
- Experience working in the Middle East or Saudi Arabia is an advantage.
How we rate this
Senior Director - Design Delivery (Sports Stadium) - SPA185 at Qiddiya Investment Company rates 35 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.
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