Program Technical Engineering Director

General Description of Role and Responsibilities:

This should be a general description of what is expected by someone in this position. 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 users 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 requests submitted by the Design Consultant(s) for Clients' approval. Attend all meetings with Design Consultant(s), its subconsultants, and Clients.

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 in monitoring 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 the Client all Design Consultant(s) monthly reports including areas of concern and recommended plans of action.

Review the Project Strategy and provide recommendations to the Client. Prepare questionnaire for prequalification of the Construction Contractors, carry out the prequalification and recommend a bidders list. Lead PM Disciplines in replying to bidders' clarifications, issuing bulletins, and attending technical meetings with bidders during the Tender stage.

Propose alternative materials/systems to improve the design operation, future maintenance, and construction cost. All project documents are controlled, recorded, and filed as per contract requirements.

As part of the Program Core team: The objective of this team is to oversee the projects development in Abu Dhabi with an overall accountability to the successful delivery of these projects. Ensure synergy of operations and applying the same standards across projects. Ensure focused accountability of project management with the same PMC and team.

Unify the Project Management approach towards the projects (gradually). Standardize and compile the Project Controls functions (Progress reporting dashboards, commercial and financial reporting, and budget overview). Integrity of the master plan from design and execution perspectives.

Review and advise on the feasibility of design enhancements/design gaps in coordination with the Consultant(s). Act as focal point for communication with the Aldar executive team. Support and guide Hill/other PMCs projects teams when required. Readiness and support for the projects coming in the pipeline till the project team is established and running.

Review and advise on the feasibility of design enhancements/design gaps in coordination with the Consultant(s). Ensuring integrity with the Supervision Consultant(s). Adhoc tasks (strategy development presentations, feasibility support during procurement stage in technical queries, and technical evaluation).

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills:

This should be specific requirements of what is required for this position:

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