Technical Director

Our client is a company dedicated to the lightweight construction sector.

ROLE

The Technical Director is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing the technical and engineering aspects of lightweight structures, facades, and innovative architectural projects.

This individual drives the development of cutting-edge engineering solutions, ensuring technical excellence, compliance with industry standards, and alignment with the company's strategic goals.

The Technical Director serves as the key technical authority, leading a multidisciplinary team and collaborating closely with clients, project stakeholders, and internal departments.

Responsibilities And Requirements

1. Strategic Technical Leadership:
   
   • Develop and articulate the company’s technical roadmap to support strategic objectives, ensuring alignment with evolving industry trends and business goals.
   • Establish a clear framework for implementing technical innovation across projects, fostering a culture of forward-thinking and continuous improvement.
   • Define technical performance metrics to assess the effectiveness of engineering processes and solutions.
   • Represent the company in technical forums, conferences, and industry events to position it as a leader in lightweight structures and façade engineering.
2. Team Leadership and Development:
   
   • Recruit, onboard, and retain top-tier technical talent, ensuring the team’s capabilities align with the company's needs.
   • Regularly evaluate team performance, providing constructive feedback and identifying opportunities for growth.
   • Lead regular technical workshops and knowledge-sharing sessions to encourage creativity and collaboration among the team.
   • Act as a mentor to engineers and designers, fostering their career development and technical mastery.
3. Technical Oversight and Quality Assurance:
   
   • Guide the design and execution of complex engineering projects, ensuring innovative yet practical solutions tailored to client needs.
   • Review and approve project designs, structural analyses, material selections, and engineering calculations.
   • Conduct regular audits of technical processes and deliverables to ensure compliance with quality standards and client expectations.
   • Troubleshoot complex engineering issues and provide decisive solutions to overcome project challenges.
4. Innovation and Research:
   
   • Lead research initiatives to explore new materials, construction methods, and technologies that align with the company’s vision for sustainable and innovative design.
   • Collaborate with academic institutions and research bodies to stay at the forefront of industry developments.
   • Implement pilot projects to test emerging technologies and assess their viability for broader application in company operations.
5. Client and Stakeholder Collaboration:
   
   • Serve as the primary technical liaison for clients, ensuring their needs are understood and met through innovative engineering solutions.
   • Participate in client meetings to present technical concepts, progress updates, and recommendations.
   • Collaborate with project managers, designers, and construction teams to ensure seamless integration of technical solutions into overall project workflows.
   • Manage relationships with external partners, including consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers, to ensure alignment with project objectives.
6. Resource and Risk Management:
   
   • Evaluate the technical resource needs for projects and allocate personnel, equipment, and tools efficiently.
   • Develop contingency plans to address potential risks, including design flaws, material shortages, or unforeseen project delays.
   • Ensure technical teams adhere to project schedules and budgets without compromising quality.
   • Create frameworks to monitor technical project milestones, flagging and addressing any deviations proactively.
7. Compliance and Standards:
   
   • Ensure all engineering and technical activities comply with relevant international, national, and local regulations, including Eurocodes, safety guidelines, and environmental standards.
   • Develop internal standards and guidelines to streamline technical processes and enhance consistency across projects.
   • Stay updated on changes in industry regulations and ensure their timely adoption across operations.
   • Promote and integrate sustainable engineering practices into project designs, contributing to the company's commitment to environmental stewardship.