Data Center Technical Director: Design & Build Lead

Menasa & Partners FZ-LLC

Abu Dhabi Emirate

On-site

AED 1,440,000 - 2,160,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Menasa & Partners FZ-LLC is seeking a Technical Director to lead the Technical Office on a major new Data Centre project in Abu Dhabi. You will own design, engineering, technical governance, BIM, material approvals and the overall technical delivery from design through commissioning.

You will sit at the centre of Design, Procurement, Construction and Commissioning teams, guiding senior engineers and managers, ensuring compliance with client requirements, industry standards and project goals for

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electromechanical, Civil Engineering or related field (Masters preferred).
20+ years in engineering, design management, and technical leadership roles.
10+ years on large-scale Data Centres or mission-critical facilities.
Experience leading Technical Office and Design teams on contractor side of Design & Build.
Familiarity with Tier III/IV Data Centre requirements and critical systems.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the Technical Office, Design Management, Engineering, BIM, and Material Management teams.
Act as the senior technical authority for all engineering and design decisions on the project.
Set and implement technical delivery strategies aligned with project objectives.
Mentor Design Managers, Package Managers, Engineers, BIM specialists, and Technical Office staff.
Oversee design work across MEP, ELV, Fire Protection, Utilities, and specialist systems.
Coordinate CSA, MEP, ELV, ICT, and mission-critical systems interfaces.
Lead design reviews, workshops, value engineering, and constructability assessments.
Ensure designs comply with specifications, client requirements, authority regulations, and standards.
Resolve complex engineering challenges and critical design issues promptly.
Manage technical submittals, material approvals, design reviews, RFIs, and consultant coordination.
Oversee material selection, vendor evaluations, and technical bid assessments.
Ensure technical deliverables are accurate and on schedule.
Drive BIM coordination and integration across disciplines.
Serve as the primary technical contact for clients, consultants, OEMs, and project leadership.