Summary
AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Technical Director for a role in Saudi Arabia overseeing design validation and contractor shop-drawing coordination for multiple assets. The role includes technical oversight, project delivery, budgets and change control, business development, client relationships, and leading multidisciplinary teams. Applicants need at least 20 years of post-graduate engineering experience, including 5 years in a leadership role, and a relevant engineering degree; a master’s degree or chartered status is preferred. Experience in luxury residential and hospitality is required, while island development experience is preferred. The posting lists tax-free salary and benefits including medical insurance, housing and transportation allowances, and an annual flight contribution, but gives no salary amount.
The posting
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Overview
AtkinsRéalis is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Technical Director. The ideal candidate will possess extensive technical knowledge, proven leadership skills, and a strong background in business development and winning work. This role requires a dynamic individual with at least 20 years of post-graduate experience in leading multidisciplinary teams.
The project is to take the RIBA 4 / IFT / IFC design of multiple assets through a validation process and manage the coordination process of Contractor shop drawings through SSC / and LDC approvals in readiness for construction.
The designs will be available at RIBA 4 as either LOD300 or 350, with the contractor responsible for developing the models and design to LOD500.
Your role
Strategic Leadership
- Contribute to the development and implementation of the strategic vision.
- Be instrumental in the alignment of departmental goals with the overall business strategy.
- Support the fostering of a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
Technical Expertise
- Demonstrable track record of technical achievement and client satisfaction within the industry
- Provide technical guidance and oversight on projects while ensuring the highest standards of technical quality and compliance with industry regulations.
- Stay updated with the latest advancements in technologies and practices.
- Apply technical knowledge in analysing problems and creating solutions.
Business Development
- Develop skills in the identification and pursuit of new business opportunities to expand the portfolio.
- With the team, share leadership in the preparation of proposals and bids for new projects.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
Project Design Management
- Oversee the successful delivery of projects from inception to completion.
- Manage project budgets, timelines, and resources effectively.
- Commercial awareness with an understanding and ability to administer Change Control.
- Ensure client satisfaction and project profitability.
Team Leadership
- Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team of engineers and designers.
- Promote professional development and continuous learning within the team.
- Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
About you
- Bachelor’s degree in a Building Services; Architectural, Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering field.
- A Master's degree and/or Chartered Status is preferred.
- Minimum of 20 years of post-graduate experience in engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- A growing track record in business development and winning work.
- A demonstrable understanding of all and related building services design processes.
- Strong technical knowledge of systems and industry standards.
- Recognition and understanding of related engineering and architectural disciplines with a demonstrable skill in multidisciplinary coordination.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to lead and inspire a diverse multidisciplinary team.
- The ability to think laterally and possess a sound understanding of engineering principles with the ability to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills.
- The ability to build and develop relationships, both internally and externally.
- Experience in luxury residential and hospitality
- Experience in island development is preferred
Rewards & benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.
This includes:
- Tax-free salary.
- Life insurance coverage.
- Medical insurance.
- Annual leave balance.
- Company gratuity scheme.
- Discretionary bonus program.
- Annual flight contribution.
- Transportation & housing allowances.
- Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.
Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.
About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
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At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.