Senior Electrical Technical Director, Building Services

WSP USA; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Middle East seeks a highly experienced Technical Director - Electrical to lead electrical Building Services for a major Riyadh project. You will drive technical direction, coordinate with MEP teams, and ensure high-quality delivery in line with codes, authority requirements and WSP standards.

The role requires senior leadership, strong client relationships, and a track record in delivering complex megaprojects in the Middle East. Excellent communication and governance are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Chartered Engineer status or equivalent preferred.
• 25+ years of experience in Electrical Building Services.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior technical leadership on electrical building services.
• Coordinate with wider MEP and multidisciplinary teams.
• Lead electrical design reviews and ensure buildable, compliant designs.
• Maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships.
• Monitor risks, interfaces, and quality throughout project delivery.

Skills

Technical leadership

Electrical building services

Project leadership

Client relationship management

Stakeholder engagement

Multidisciplinary coordination

Mentoring engineers

Communication skills

Problem solving

Quality assurance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree (advantageous)

Chartered Engineer status or equivalent (preferred)

Job description

WSP Middle East seeks a highly experienced Technical Director - Electrical to lead electrical Building Services for a major Riyadh project. You will drive technical direction, coordinate with MEP teams, and ensure high-quality delivery in line with codes, authority requirements and WSP standards.

The role requires senior leadership, strong client relationships, and a track record in delivering complex megaprojects in the Middle East. Excellent communication and governance are essential.