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About APT_ Advanced Power Technology Contracting

APT_ Advanced Power Technology Contracting is seeking a highly experienced Technical Office Manager to join our team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position is critical for leading technical operations within our construction and MEP projects.

Role Overview

The Technical Office Manager is responsible for overseeing and directing all Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) technical office activities. This encompasses a broad range of functions including quantity surveying, estimation, cost analysis, shop drawing production, technical submittals, engineering coordination, and providing essential technical support throughout project lifecycles.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise Technical Office engineers and coordinators.
• Review and approve shop drawings and technical submittals.
• Prepare and review quantity take-offs and Bills of Quantities (BOQs).
• Support the Tendering Department in preparing technical and commercial proposals.
• Review specifications, drawings, and technical contents of contract documents.
• Coordinate technical matters with clients, consultants, and internal project teams.
• Resolve technical issues that arise during project execution.
• Manage variation orders, claims, and other technical contractual matters.
• Support value engineering initiatives and cost optimization efforts.
• Monitor technical approvals and submission schedules to ensure project timelines are met.

Required Qualifications and Competencies

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in a technical office or project management role, with a strong background in MEP or construction projects.
• Demonstrated Leadership and Team Management capabilities.
• Strong Communication Skills, essential for effective coordination with various stakeholders.
• Proven ability in Problem Solving and Decision Making under pressure.
• Solid Commercial and Financial Awareness relevant to project management.
• Excellent Coordination and Planning abilities to manage complex technical processes.

Key Performance Indicators

The success of the Technical Office Manager will be evaluated based on the following key performance indicators:

• Estimation accuracy for project proposals.
• Timely submission and approval of technical documents.
• Success rate in managing variation claims.
• Efficiency in technical issue resolution time.
• Achieved project cost optimization through value engineering and other initiatives.

Work Environment and Application

This full-time position is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. We invite qualified candidates who meet the specified requirements to apply. Further details regarding the application process will be provided upon initial contact.