Technical Manager-construction Main Contractor

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)**

• **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.

**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)