Riyadh Technical Office Lead - Construction Docs & Coordination

Talent at; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent at is seeking a Technical Office Manager in Riyadh to lead the technical coordination and documentation for major construction and real estate projects. You will ensure that shop drawings, submittals, and records meet design intent and regulatory standards.

The role requires strong English and Arabic communication, solid understanding of Saudi Building Codes and FIDIC contracts, and excellent leadership to mentor engineers and drafters while keeping schedules on track.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related construction field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in technical office management within the construction industry.
• Proven track record of managing technical documentation for large-scale projects in Riyadh or similar markets.
• Deep understanding of FIDIC contracts and local regulatory requirements for building approvals.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD and document control software such as Aconex or Procore.
• Strong analytical skills for interpreting complex drawings and identifying technical discrepancies.
• Excellent command of English and Arabic for effective communication with stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams and manage cross-functional workflows under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Shop Drawing Management: oversee preparation, review, and submission of shop drawings ensuring alignment with design specs and site constraints.
• Document Control Oversight: maintain project document register with strict version control and transmission protocols, archiving for audits and handover.
• Quantity Verification: perform detailed take-offs and verify subcontractor measurements against actual works.
• Technical Compliance Assurance: ensure outputs adhere to Saudi Building Codes and local regulations; conduct audits.
• Interdisciplinary Coordination: coordinate between architectural, structural, and MEP to resolve clashes early.
• Team Leadership and Development: supervise engineers and drafters, set expectations, give feedback.
• Handover Documentation: compile as-built drawings and operation manuals for project handover.

Skills

Team leadership

Documentation management

Analytical skills

Bilingual English/Arabic

Communication

Quality assurance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Aconex

Procore

Revit

Job description

Talent at is seeking a Technical Office Manager in Riyadh to lead the technical coordination and documentation for major construction and real estate projects. You will ensure that shop drawings, submittals, and records meet design intent and regulatory standards.

The role requires strong English and Arabic communication, solid understanding of Saudi Building Codes and FIDIC contracts, and excellent leadership to mentor engineers and drafters while keeping schedules on track.