Position SummaryThe Technical & Engineering Director is responsible for providing strategic leadership and technical oversight across all engineering functions, ensuring the successful delivery of complex construction projects from concept through completion. The role drives engineering excellence, design quality, innovation, and operational efficiency while ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, contractual requirements, and industry best practices. The successful candidate will lead multidisciplinary engineering teams, manage technical risks, optimize project performance, and support organizational growth through effective engineering governance and leadership.Key Responsibilitiesprovide strategic leadership for all engineering and technical operations across multiple projectsDevelop and implement engineering strategies, standards, policies, and best practicesLead multidisciplinary engineering teams, ensuring effective collaboration and high-performance deliveryDirect all design management, technical office, engineering coordination, and value engineering activitiesReview and approve engineering deliverables, technical submissions, shop drawings, and construction methodologiesEnsure engineering solutions comply with contractual obligations, regulatory requirements, and international engineering standardsCoordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and authorities to resolve technical matters and facilitate project executionLead Value Engineering workshops to optimize project cost, constructability, quality, and operational performanceIdentify technical risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize project impactSupport pre-construction, tendering, and business development activities by providing technical expertiseDrive innovation through the adoption of digital engineering tools, BIM, and advanced construction technologiesMonitor engineering performance, technical KPIs, resource utilization, and project progressMentor and develop engineering professionals while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellenceEnsure seamless coordination between engineering, procurement, construction, and project management teamsPromote a strong culture of quality, safety, sustainability, and engineering excellence throughout all project phases.QualificationBachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related Engineering discipline (Master's degree is an advantageMinimum 20 years of experience in engineering and construction, including 10 years in a senior leadership rolee.Demonstrated experience delivering large-scale building, infrastructure, hospitality, commercial, residential, industrial, or mixed-use developments.Strong expertise in design management, technical office operations, engineering coordination, value engineering, and construction methodologies.Extensive knowledge of international engineering codes, standards, and industry regulations.Experience working within fast-paced, multi-project environments Strong commercial awareness with the ability to balance technical excellence and business objectiveExcellent leadership, communication, negotiation, decision-making, and stakeholder management skills.Professional certifications such as PMP, PE, Chartered Engineer, or equivalent are considered an advantage.GCC or international project experience is highly preferredPreferred AchievementsSuccessfully led the engineering delivery of major construction or infrastructure projects valued at hundreds of millions of dollars.Managed multidisciplinary engineering teams across complex, high-profile developments.Delivered projects on schedule while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and technical compliance.Implemented Value Engineering initiatives resulting in measurable cost savings and improved project efficiencyEstablished engineering governance frameworks, technical procedures, and quality management systems.Successfully resolved complex engineering challenges through innovative technical solutionsImproved engineering productivity through process optimization, digital transformation, and BIM implementation.Built and developed high-performing engineering teams with a strong focus on leadership, mentoring, and succession planning.Recognized for driving innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across engineering functions.