Technical Manager

Hill International; Medina; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm is seeking a Technical Manager in Medina, Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree in Architecture and have at least 15 years of design management experience. Key responsibilities include overseeing design consultants and managing project documentation. Strong communication skills and proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit are essential. Join our team to ensure design compliance and project success in an exciting environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or equivalent.
• At least fifteen years of design management experience.
• Ability to simultaneously manage multiple project deadlines.
• Good understanding of design procedure and design tools.
• Registration with Architectural body is highly preferred.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the performance of Design Consultant ensuring compliance.
• Control and manage Senior Discipline Engineers regarding Design.
• Ensure timely submittals of documents from Design Consultants.
• Coordinate with regional/home office for technical support.
• Review and report on design consultant's monthly reports.

Skills

Design management

Project management

Communication skills

Presentation skills

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office

Understanding design procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office

Job description

Technical Manager

About the job Technical Manager

General Description of Role and Responsibilities

• Monitor the performance of the Design Consultant to ensure the Design correctness and completeness as well as compliance with the scope of work requirements.
• Ensure that the Design Consultant(s) has considered the end user's requirements as stated in the statement of requirement.
• Control and manage the Senior Discipline Engineers of the Project Management Team in respect of Design aspects.
• Evaluate and endorse the variation orders/concession request submitted by the Design Consultant(s) for Client's approval.
• Attend all meetings with Design Consultant(s), its sub-consultants, and Client's Meetings.
• Review and comment on all drawings and documents submitted by the Design Consultant(s) and ensure the incorporation of all revisions on all documents.
• Assist, monitor and ensure timely submittals of all documents from the Design Consultant(s) to all government departments until final necessary permits are obtained to proceed with the works to final completion.
• Coordinate with regional / home office for technical support required to ensure the correctness and completeness of the Design.
• Review and report to Client all Design Consultant(s)' monthly reports including area of concern and recommended plans of actions.
• Review the Project Strategy and provide recommendation to Client.
• Prepare questionnaire for pre-qualification of the Construction Contractors, carry out the pre-qualification and recommend a bidders' list.
• Propose alternative materials/systems to improve the Design Operation, Future Maintenance and Construction Cost.
• All Project Documents are controlled, recorded, and filed as per contact requirements.

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or equivalent.
• At least fifteen years of design management experience.
• Ability to simultaneously manage multiple project deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Good understanding of design procedure and design tools is required.
• Registration with Architectural body is highly preferred (e.g., RIBA).
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent command of written and spoken English.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.