Job Description

A leading

Main Contractor

in the UAE construction sector is seeking an accomplished and highly professional

Technical Manager

to govern the complete technical delivery lifecycle of large-scale projects. This critical, senior-level role reports into the Engineering/Project/Operations management structure.

We are seeking a decisive leader whose expertise ensures

design integrity

, rigorous

compliance

, and the successful interface between project design, statutory authorities, and site execution.

Key Role Purpose: Leading Technical Governance

The Technical Manager will be the central point of control for technical documentation and approvals. You will lead and govern the project's technical delivery, including:

Design Reviews

,

Authority/Consultant Interfaces

,

BIM/Coordination

, Document Quality Control, and

Value Engineering

.

The ultimate goal is to ensure all designs, shop drawings, and submittals consistently meet stringent

UAE Codes

,

Authority Requirements

, and Employer Standards, safeguarding project cost, schedule, and quality.

Core Responsibilities

Design Review & Compliance:

Conduct comprehensive reviews of Architectural, Structural, and Steel designs against all applicable

UAE codes, regulations, and Employer Requirements

. Drive documentation and closure of non-conformities.

Authority & Stakeholder Liaison:

Serve as the primary liaison for obtaining design, shop drawing approvals, and NOCs from

Authorities, Clients, and Consultants

. Maintain robust risk trackers and strategic escalation protocols.

Documentation Quality Control:

Implement and enforce rigorous quality checks for all submissions to ensure adherence to control measures and official templates.

Value Engineering (VE):

Propose and deliver substantiated

cost/time optimization solutions

that maintain performance criteria.

Technical Leadership:

Provide critical site technical support (RFIs, Constructability), lead design review meetings, and manage a team of Project Coordinators/Technical Engineers, ensuring timely delivery of technical submissions.

BIM & Coordination:

Govern coordinated models and lead

BIM Clash Management

across all disciplines (Arch/Str/MEP/Facade) to freeze interfaces ahead of execution.

Mandatory Requirements (Non-Negotiable)

Only candidates who meet the following strict criteria will be considered:

Education:

Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Civil Engineering

AND

a Post-Graduation qualification in Structural Engineering

OR

an Architect with demonstrable experience leading project coordination and design teams.

Professional Experience:

10-15 years

of total experience, with significant, proven experience in

Technical Management

or Design Coordination gained specifically with a

UAE-based Main Contractor

.

Statutory Knowledge:

Expert-level knowledge of

UAE Authority processes

, local building

codes/standards

, and sophisticated

multi-discipline coordination

(Architectural, Structural, MEP, Steel, Facade).

Required Competencies

Deep technical comprehension with the ability to challenge and validate complex designs. Proven record in

Authority Interface Management

and approvals strategy. Exceptional quality mindset and strong documentation discipline. Demonstrable leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

If you possess the mandatory qualifications and are ready to take on a high-impact Technical Manager role within the UAE's competitive construction landscape, submit your application with a detailed professional resume.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: AED20,000.00 - AED22,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

What is your salary expectation?
Education:

Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:

main contractor: 10 years (Required) * technical management/design coordination: 10 years (Required)