Head of Department Mechanical
Listed on 2026-09-18
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Management
Project & Program Management, Operations Management
Key Responsibilities
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Strategic Leadership amp Department ManagementLead and expand the Mechanical department aligned with business growth strategy Establish operational frameworks design standards and best practices across projects Build a high-performance culture focused on accountability delivery and innovation Manage resource planning utilization and hiring strategies across global offices Lead concept to detailed design delivery for large mixed-use residential commercial and giga projects
Establish mechanical design standards governance frameworks and review protocols
Manage client engagement at senior level including presentations and design approvals
Coordinate with MEP Infrastructure and Master planning teams for integrated design delivery
Oversee design quality authority approvals and compliance with international standards
Drive BIM-led design using Autodesk Revit and coordination tools
Build and lead a multicultural mechanical team across multiple locations
Provide technical leadership across all stages of design concept to IFC Ensure compliance with international standards Review and approve complex design solutions ensuring quality efficiency and innovation Drive adoption of digital tools such as Autodesk Revit Navisworks and advanced BIM workflows
Client amp Stakeholder ManagementAct as primary technical point of contact for key clients and stakeholders Lead high-level meetings presentations and design reviews Build long-term relationships with international clients and partners Manage client expectations variations and conflict resolution under pressure
Project Delivery amp Commercial ManagementOversee multiple large-scale projects ensuring delivery within time cost and quality targets Monitor project KPIs risks and performance metrics Support commercial teams in proposals bid strategies and technical submissions Ensure profitability and efficient resource allocation
Team Leadership amp Capability BuildingLead mentor and develop a multidisciplinary team across regions Drive performance management succession planning and leadership development Foster collaboration across Architecture MEP and Infrastructure teams Manage teams in high-pressure deadline-driven environments
Innovation amp Digital TransformationChampion BIM digital engineering and automation strategies Introduce global best practices and innovative design solutions Support sustainability and ESG initiatives across projects
Bachelor s / Master s degree in relevant discipline.
18 25+ years of experience in engineering consultancy/design firms.
Proven experience managing multinational or global design offices.
Strong exposure to mega/giga projects (mixed-use, infrastructure, urban development).Experience working with international clients (Middle East, Europe, Asia).
Professional certifications (preferred):
Project Management Institute (PMP) Institution of Mechanical Engineers / Institution of Engineering and Technology
Strong leadership and decision-making under pressure.
Client-facing and stakeholder management excellence.
Commercial and business acumen.
Multicultural team management.
Strategic thinking and execution.
Conflict resolution and negotiation.
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