Director - Lighting

Job Purpose

Oversee The Red Sea Global projects from the Architectural Lighting Design perspective and assure that the lighting design concepts and strategies developed on the different assets are in line with our sustainability and Dark Skies principles in order to meet RSG’s business objectives and requirements. Reviewing, providing guidance in terms of aesthetics, efficiency, and functionality to RSG’s lighting consultants, making sure all projects are in line with the program. You will also assist in the appointment of independent lighting design consultants for different assets to ensure smooth running of all projects within their area of specialty, completion of tasks in a timely manner within set budgets, managing the quality of design and maximizing RSG’s profitability and success by providing guests with a differentiated experience.

Job Responsibilities - Lighting Design

• Liaise with lighting design consultants to monitor the design development and ensure that the design brief is complied with and the quality / budgets are managed as per plan.
• Monitor the execution of the project details onsite as needed to control quality and maximize time efficiency.
• Chair regular coordination meetings as an owner representative between consultants, RSG and contractors to ensure efficient communication between all parties and facilitate the smooth functioning and timely completion of the set objectives.
• Promote interfaces and relations with consultants and contractors within the context of company policies, standard operating procedures, and objectives.
• Contribute in the identification and categorization of all lighting products and services required for the execution of all projects and identify a list of potential suppliers/ vendors/ consultants for each.
• Develop supplier/ vendor/ consultant selection criteria in order to support the evaluation and selection of most appropriate provider.
• Perform factory visits as needed to ensure optimal lighting products selection for RSG projects.

Job Responsibilities - Leadership

• Coordinate the activities of the Lighting team to ensure that all work is carried out efficiently, in line with the strategic project management plans, policies and procedures.
• Manage the team by setting priorities and objectives, managing performance, and providing ongoing feedback and coaching to meet the functional challenges and goals. 
• Serve as a role model to ensure employees’ awareness and commitment to RSG vision, mission, values, fundamentals and corporate strategy to establish a highly engaged and motivated human resources, and continuously improve performance.

Job Responsibilities - Budget

• Contribute to the preparation of the functional budget and monitor financial performance versus the budget so that the business is aware of anticipated costs/revenues, areas of unsatisfactory performance are identified, and potential performance improvement opportunities are capitalized upon.

Job Responsibilities - Lighting Design

• Coordinate the activities of the Lighting Design Consultant team to ensure that all work is carried out efficiently, in line with the strategic project management plans, policies and procedures.
• Manage the Program for all lighting projects, keeping track that all consultant’s submission are done on time and as per the deliverables on each stage.
• Interfacing between internal stakeholders:  Architecture, Interior Design, Electrical, Sustainability, Security, Structural RSG teams.
• Direct the preparation of the business objective plan including the design review and general coordination with all lighting design stakeholders to ensure alignment with RSG vision and alignment between all relevant efforts.
• Provide input toward the development of lighting design briefs/ programs/ technical specifications and related plans as needed to ensure meeting RSG and operator’s needs as per international standards.
• Oversee lighting design consultants’ technical submittals to ensure compliance with architectural contract drawings and specifications and quality standards users further contributing to user satisfaction and maximized profitability.

Job Responsibilities - Lighting Design

• Liaise with lighting design consultants to monitor the design development and ensure that the design brief is complied with and the quality / budgets are managed as per plan.
• Monitor the execution of the project details onsite as needed to control quality and maximize time efficiency.
• Chair regular coordination meetings as an owner representative between consultants, RSG and contractors to ensure efficient communication between all parties and facilitate the smooth functioning and timely completion of the set objectives.
• Promote interfaces and relations with consultants and contractors within the context of company policies, standard operating procedures, and objectives.
• Contribute in the identification and categorization of all lighting products and services required for the execution of all projects and identify a list of potential suppliers/ vendors/ consultants for each.
• Develop supplier/ vendor/ consultant selection criteria in order to support the evaluation and selection of most appropriate provider.
• Perform factory visits as needed to ensure optimal lighting products selection for RSG projects.

Job Requirements - Qualification & Experience

• 20+ years experience in leading the design and management of very large-scale, complex, Lighting Design Projects.
• 8+ years of Hospitality and Public Realm/Landscape Lighting Design Experience as a Director or Senior Associate in Independent Lighting Design Practices
• Experience performing lighting mock-ups for project specific applications
• Excellent communicator (verbal and written) and a good command of English and ability to present confidently to small and large audiences
• Site work experience to supervise light installation, aiming of fixtures, and scene setting.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Urban or Interior Design from an accredited university required.
• Masters' degree with postgraduate qualification in Lighting Design is required.  A campus based Master of minimum 2 years is preferred.
• Professional registration and accreditation with Architect, or a Lighting Design Institute is a plus.

Job Requirements - Skills

• Detailed knowledge of design development of concept phases, strategies, programs, and costs in addition to international lighting codes and standards.
• Detailed knowledge of Lighting Design as a discipline, including latest lighting and control technologies in order to be able to provide appropriate guidance to our lighting consultants.
• Knowledge of Sustainability and Dark Skies
• Strong leadership ability, rational judgement and reasoning skills, with proven ability to communicate effectively at the design office, site, management, and client levels.
• Ability to assess designs, highlight risks and give constructive feedback via mark-ups and participation in workshops
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple, design related tasks simultaneously.
• Fully computer literate, capable of using design programs and applications in checking building design standards.
• Must be a good team player and decision maker.
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to conduct research and generate papers
• Initiative to come up with design processes and innovations to be implemented in our designs.

Job Context

The Lighting Director will be based at RSG Site.