Project Technical Manager

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. At Parsons, you can imagine a career working with intelligent, diverse people who share a common quest. We are seeking a highly capable Project Technical Manager to support the technical delivery of a high-profile development program that includes complex facility relocation and new construction. The role is central to ensuring engineering integrity, design compliance, and technical coordination across all phases of the project lifecycle—from concept design through handover.

The Technical Manager will lead multidisciplinary coordination, manage interfaces between various technical packages, and ensure alignment with project standards, authority requirements, and stakeholder expectations. This includes overseeing the work of design consultants and supporting construction integration to proactively identify and resolve all technical risks.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Act as the technical lead throughout planning, design, procurement, and delivery phases.
• Provide oversight of all technical disciplines, ensuring effective integration across infrastructure, architecture, MEP, ICT, security, and sustainability scopes.
• Ensure engineering solutions are technically sound, constructible, and compliant with applicable regulations and authority approvals.
• Review and coordinate design submissions, construction documents, and technical reports.
• Interface with design consultants, contractors, and internal teams to manage the resolution of technical issues and ensure timely deliverables.
• Lead technical design reviews and value engineering workshops to improve cost efficiency and technical performance.
• Support development of procurement packages by defining technical scopes and aligning specifications.
• Collaborate with the construction management team to ensure proper interpretation and implementation of technical requirements on-site.
• Ensure that technical risks are clearly identified, tracked, and mitigated throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor adherence to client requirements, project goals, and quality benchmarks.
• Maintain current awareness of international and regional codes, standards, and best practices.
• Participate in audits, inspections, and handover procedures as required.

Education & Role Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or architecture from an accredited university (Master’s preferred).
• PMP, Chartered Engineer, or equivalent certification is preferred.
• Minimum 18 years of relevant technical/engineering experience, including the delivery of complex, multi-disciplinary projects.
• Prior experience managing design development for major facility programs in the Middle East is strongly preferred.
• Experience coordinating with stakeholders, contractors, and authority bodies is essential.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical coordination and resolve engineering challenges across design and construction.

Skills/Competencies:

• Strong leadership in technical management and coordination of multidisciplinary teams.
• Expertise in reviewing designs, managing design interfaces, and resolving technical conflicts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of translating complex technical matters into clear guidance.
• Proven ability to operate in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environment under tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with local regulatory frameworks and permitting requirements.
• Skilled in technical documentation, reporting, and quality assurance processes.

Language Requirements:
Fluency in English is required; knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. We invest in our employees' wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities, encouraging you to aim for the stars! Apply today to join the Parsons quest!