Technical Director - James L Williams

James L Williams Middle East is seeking a highly experienced Technical Director – Electrical to lead and drive our engineering division at a strategic level.
This is a senior leadership role within the Engineering Design division, responsible for leading and overseeing the Electrical Design Team across complex, multi-disciplinary projects.
 
Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead and direct all engineering and technical operations across projects
  • Oversee complex, multi-discipline design and construction projects
  • Ensure compliance with international standards and UAE local authority requirements
  • Manage engineering budgets and support procurement and project execution strategies
  • Review and approve technical submittals, shop drawings, and major equipment selections
  • Represent the company in client and authority meetings
  • Mentor and develop engineering teams while driving technical excellence
  • Support business development initiatives with strong commercial awareness
 
Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical / Building Services Engineering
  • Minimum 15+ years of experience in MEP/building services engineering
  • Proven leadership experience in complex engineering environments
  • Strong knowledge of international codes and UAE authority regulations
  • Commercially driven with strong stakeholder management skills
  • Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams
  • Excellent communication skills in English (written and spoken)