Engineering Department Manager

Over the past 50 years, Dar Al Riyadh has built a reputation for engineering excellence within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

100% Saudi owned we have over 1800 specialists and engineers working on project sites across the Kingdom. With main office hubs located in Al Khobar and Riyadh (Head Quarters), we provide Project Management, Engineering Services, and Construction Supervision to our clients with project requirements ranging from cultural heritage sites to giga size infrastructure projects.

The key to Dar Al Riyadh's success has been our commitment to the very highest standards of excellence in Project Management and Engineering Consultancy within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Middle East region.

Our PMC division has an opportunity for a highly experienced Engineering Department Manager to join one of our prestigious projects in Jeddah.

Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the engineering function on large-scale projects
• Develop and implement engineering strategies, standards, and best practices to ensure project success
• Oversee the planning, design, and coordination of engineering activities, including civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems
• Ensure that engineering designs meet project requirements, regulatory standards, and industry best practices
• Coordinate with architects, consultants, and other stakeholders to integrate engineering designs with architectural and structural plans
• Resolve technical conflicts and ensure seamless coordination among engineering disciplines
• Establish and enforce quality assurance processes and procedures for engineering activities
• Conduct regular reviews and inspections to verify the accuracy and compliance of engineering designs
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks related to engineering design and implementation
• Develop risk management plans and implement mitigation strategies to minimize project disruptions
• Provide technical support and guidance during the construction phase, addressing engineering-related queries and issues
• Review shop drawings, submittals, and requests for information (RFIs) to ensure compliance with engineering specifications
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, architects, engineers, and contractors, to address engineering requirements
• Communicate engineering information effectively to stakeholders, including design updates, technical recommendations, and risk assessments
• Lead and mentor engineering teams, providing technical guidance, training, and support
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture focused on achieving engineering excellence

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or related field).
• Minimum of 25 years of experience in engineering management roles on large-scale hospitality projects within the PMC sector.
• Strong technical expertise in engineering design principles, methodologies, and standards.
• Excellent leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate engineering teams.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools for design and coordination.
• Effective communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Professional engineering license or certification.
• Experience working on hospitality projects of varying scales and complexity.
• Familiarity with international building codes, standards, and regulations.