VICE DIRECTOR OF DESIGN

1. Design Leadership & Governance

• Lead, mentor, and develop the internal design team, fostering a culture of creativity, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Establish and enforce design governance frameworks, standards, guidelines, and approval processes across all projects.

• Ensure design consistency and alignment with corporate brand, product positioning, and development strategy.

2. End-to-End Design Management

• Oversee all design phases from concept, schematic design, design development, construction documentation through to completion and post-handover support.

• Ensure all designs comply with local regulations, codes, standards, ESG requirements, and approved project objectives.

• Manage design risks, value engineering initiatives, and constructability reviews to optimize project outcomes.

3. Strategic Design Development

• Lead the development and implementation of innovative and market-leading design concepts for:

  • High-end residential towers and complexes

  • Mixed-use developments

  • Shopping malls, hotels, and resorts

• Balance aesthetics, functionality, customer experience, cost efficiency, and long-term asset value.

4. Stakeholder & Consultant Management

• Act as the primary design authority in coordinating with:

  • International and local design consultants

  • Engineers and specialist consultants

  • Contractors and construction managers

  • Internal departments (Investment, Project Management, Leasing, Operations)

• Ensure seamless integration of multi-disciplinary design inputs and timely resolution of design conflicts.

5. Budget, Resources & Performance Control

• Manage design budgets and resource allocation to ensure cost-effective solutions without compromising quality.

• Monitor design progress, deliverables, and performance KPIs across all projects.

• Support contractor selection and design-related contract negotiations to minimize technical, financial, and legal risks.

6. Strategic Planning & Innovation

• Contribute to corporate strategic planning and long-term product development vision.

• Stay current with global design trends, emerging technologies, construction methods, and sustainability best practices.

• Drive continuous improvement in design capability, tools, and processes.

7. Other Responsibilities

• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Executive Management.

• Education:
  Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline.

• Experience:

  • Minimum 15 years of experience in planning, design, or design management for large-scale developments (>50ha), including new urban areas, high-rise residential, townships, shopping malls, hotels, or resorts.

  • Prior experience with international design consulting firms or in design management roles for developers/investors is highly preferred.

• Technical Skills:

  • Strong proficiency in design and coordination software (AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, or equivalent).

• Language:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

• Leadership & Professional Skills:

  • Proven people leadership and team development capability.

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.