Technical Director

Technical Director - Overview

The role of a Technical Director typically involves overseeing and managing technical aspects of various projects and operations within the industry. This role is responsible for providing leadership, expertise, and strategic direction to ensure the successful implementation and maintenance of energy and utility systems.

Job Responsibilities

Provide all technical support for all engineering disciplines to the potential investments, and determine the different phases, scope, budget, quality, and time.

Support the Investment Implementation Department for all procurement, investment control functions and commercial aspects of the investment.

Provide technical inputs to all HQ and site organization in accordance with the terms of the contract and advise taking of all measures necessary for the performance of the works.

Be authorized to represent in dealing of all technical matters with the client and third parties, making statements and representations in connection with negotiations with the client.

Provides technical, operational, and managerial leadership for successful development and implementation of the investment.

Oversee all implementation of investments that are in line with the original plans and forecasts.

Develop, implement, and monitor operational systems and processes that provide visibility into goals, progress, and obstacles for our key initiatives.

Plan, monitor, and analyze key metrics for the performance of the operations to ensure efficient and timely completion of tasks.

Manage the key stakeholder’s communication and requirements mainly the client, Joint Venture members (if any) and leading entities for all technical matters.

Support that investment technical activities operate within the policies and procedures and comply with all relevant legislation and professional standards.

Accountable on investment budget and baseline development for technical inputs.

Contribute in decision making cycle through preparing consolidated reports and address any specific challenges, risks, and mitigations about technical matters.

Work with functional managers in the development, implementation and operation phase in HQ and site organizations.

Review and approve all design activities of the investments.

Manage risks of all investments related to technical matters to avoid delays or reputational damage.

Support the implementation of HSE initiatives, participate in safety awareness activities, and contribute to incident reporting and resolution in alignment with company and IMS policies.

Job Knowledge & Skills

Extensive experience with a proven track record of managing technical projects.

Strong knowledge of related technologies.

Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools.

Familiarity with regulatory compliance and safety standards in the industry.

Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility.

ERP knowledge preferably SAP functional skills are a requirement to be successful in this role.

Job Experience

Minimum 15 year(s) working experience, 10 year(s) in a relevant management/leadership position, 5 year(s) GCC and Central Asia is a plus.

Build High-Performing Teams

AI Fluency

Speed of Execution

Build Process and Systems

Provide Direction

Agility

Drive Cost Optimization

Cost Management L5

Leadership

Project Management L5

Proposal Management L5

QA/QC L5

Quality

Resilience

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication L5

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or any related field