Technical Director (Construction)

Jobskey Consultancy; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobskey Consultancy in Riyadh is seeking a Technical Director to steer the organization's technical vision and strategy. You will lead cross-functional teams through the full project lifecycle, from concept through deployment and ongoing maintenance.

The role requires 20+ years in engineering roles with leadership experience, and a strong ability to recruit, mentor, and manage a high-performance team while aligning technical initiatives with business goals and client needs.

Qualifications

• 20+ years in engineering roles, with leadership experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering; Master’s degree preferred.
• Professional engineering license (e.g., PE) and certifications such as PMP or Lean Six Sigma are beneficial.
• Experience with project management methodologies and tools (Agile, Waterfall).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive technical strategy that aligns with business objectives.
• Identify emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation and enhance product offerings.
• Lead a high-performing team of technical specialists, engineers, and project managers to execute the technical strategy.
• Provide technical guidance and oversight to ensure quality and reliability of deliverables.
• Develop and manage the technical team, including recruitment, training, and performance assessments.
• Serve as a key technical advisor to the executive leadership team, offering insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Represent the technical function in meetings with clients, partners, and industry organizations.
• Establish and monitor KPIs to evaluate the effectiveness of the technical function.
• Develop the annual engineering budget based on project needs and forecasts.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Engineering management

Budgeting

Stakeholder management

Team building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Professional engineering license (PE)

PMP certification

Lean Six Sigma certification

Tools

Agile

Waterfall

Project management tools

Job description

Technical Director is responsible for steering the technical vision and strategy of the organization, overseeing the development and implementation of cutting-edge technology solutions. This role involves leading cross-functional teams through the entire project lifecycle, from initial concept through to deployment and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive technical strategy that aligns with the organization's overall business objectives and vision.


• Identify emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation and enhance product offerings.


• Lead a high-performing team of technical specialists, engineers, and project managers to execute the technical strategy.


• Provide technical guidance and oversight to ensure the quality and reliability of technical deliverables.


• Develop and manage the technical team, including recruitment, training, and performance assessments.


• Serve as a key technical advisor to the executive leadership team, offering insights to support strategic decision-making.


• Represent the technical function in meetings with clients, partners, and industry organizations.


• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate the effectiveness of the technical function.


• Develop the annual engineering budget based on project needs and forecasts.

Qualification

• Minimum of 20 years in engineering roles, with at least 5 years in a leadership position.


• Proven experience managing complex technical projects from conception to completion.


• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Computer Science, or related field); Master’s degree preferred.


• Professional engineering license (e.g., PE) and industry-recognised certifications (e.g., PMP, Lean Six Sigma) are preferred.


• Proficient in project management methodologies and tools (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).