Technical Manager (Contracting)

Job Description – Technical Manager (Contracting)

Industry: Construction & Contracting Location: UAE Department: Technical / Engineering Reporting To: Project Director

1. Job Purpose

To lead and manage technical and engineering activities related to construction projects, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements, approved drawings, project specifications, quality standards, and project timelines.

1. Key Responsibilities

• Manage technical and engineering activities.
• Ensure proper implementation of contract requirements and technical specifications.
• Provide technical support to the project team.
• Ensure compliance with UAE regulations and relevant authority requirements.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal project teams.
• Review technical drawings, shop drawings, BOQs, and project specifications.
• Manage RFIs, technical submissions, design changes, and technical approvals.
• Oversee material submittals and method statements.
• Review contract documents and identify technical risks.
• Coordinate with procurement and commercial teams regarding material approvals, subcontractor scopes, and variations.

1. Minimum Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the construction and contracting industry.
• At least 5 years in a Technical Manager role with a main contractor.
• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of UAE/GCC contracting experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Office.

Work Location: In person