MEP Technical Director (Mechanical) - Consultancy

United Arab Emirates  |  Permanent

Our Global Design & Engineering Consultancy client has a new requirement for a well experienced consultant Technical Director - Mechanical to join their team in Ras Al Khaimah to work on a high profile projects in the Emirates. Successful candidates will have a proven background as a Technical Director - Lead Mechanical Engineer on large scale building projects with both technical and leadership expertise coupled with a proven background working in a recognised PMC or Consultancy business.


This role is available for immediate joining and is a direct hire, permanent opportunity, employed by our client.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Project Leadership: Lead the mechanical design discipline within the large hotel resort project, ensuring quality outcomes for both Arup and our clients.
  • Client and Contractor Interaction: Act as a primary client interface, developing strong relationships and addressing project needs. Work closely with contractors and stakeholders to address coordination issues and technical challenges during the design phase.
  • Innovative Problem Solving: Apply creative, analytical, and detailed thinking to evaluate options and impacts, ensuring designs meet technical, commercial, and sustainability goals.
  • Technical Coordination: Manage and integrate multidisciplinary requirements into cohesive design solutions, adhering to project deadlines and budget constraints.
  • Team Leadership: Mentor and develop the mechanical engineering team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture aligned with Arup’s sustainable and ethical values.
  • Business Development Support: Assist in identifying opportunities for expanding our sector presence and participate in the development of long-term business plans.


MEP Technical Director (Mechanical) Experience:

  • A relevant degree in Mechanical Building Services Engineering, or equivalent qualification or sufficient suitable experience
  • CEng (or equivalent) with an appropriate professional body
  • +15 years progressive experience up to Principal / Associate level and have worked in a recognised PMC / Consultancy company previously
  • Can simultaneously provide technical direction and project leadership and inputs to solve / resolve issues on complex mega construction projects
  • Experience in leading successful and dynamic teams
  • Experience in technical leadership of large-scale projects
  • Excellent interpersonal communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written including stakeholder engagement and management.


Interested candidates are invited to share their up to date CV and details directly to jobs@j10consulting.ae for further review and process


Date Posted: 18 Nov 2024

Status: Filled