6 Technical Leadership jobs in the United Arab Emirates

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing facade projects from conception through completion, ensuring timely and cost-effective execution.

• Develop comprehensive project plans to align with client objectives.
• Oversee project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with architects and engineering teams to maintain design intent.
• Manage stakeholder relationships and ensure effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor progress and identify potential challenges proactively.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
• Conduct regular site visits to assess progress and provide direction to site teams and contractors.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent project management skills, including proficiency in project management software, as well as strong knowledge of facade materials, design principles, and construction techniques.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10-12 years of experience in project management with a focus on facade projects.
• Proven track record of successfully managing large, complex facade projects.
• Exceptional leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to navigate challenging project dynamics and deliver results under pressure.

We are seeking a skilled professional to fill the role of Engineering Team Lead. The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising team members, ensuring compliance with cGMP principles and maintaining quality management systems.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who possess strong technical knowledge, implementation skills and experience in managing engineering teams within the pharmaceutical industry.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in system initiation and KPI design, as well as experience in a similar role. They will also be able to align resources, guide teams and prioritize tasks effectively.

• Supervise team members in adhering to cGMP principles and maintaining compliance accordingly.
• Monitor engineering QMS activities on Ample Logic, such as deviation handling, CAPA, change control, etc.
• Act as Quality Manager for external engineering deviations and CAPA management.
• Participate in cross-functional teams for deviation management.
• Ensure engineering documentation complies with cGMP guidelines.
• Develop a framework for continuous improvement in engineering compliance.
• Review comparison sheets and ensure new URS for systems and equipment meet GMP guidelines.
• Approve qualification procedures for new equipment, ensuring standards are met.
• Review engineering SOPs related to quality management.
• Engage in new projects.
• Monitor overall equipment effectiveness and seek improvements.
• Identify skill deficiencies and promote development through coaching and training.
• Maintain effective communication and teamwork environment.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics Engineering, or related field.
• At least 7 years of experience in a similar organization within the pharma, healthcare, or medical industry.
• Proven track record in system initiation and KPI design.
• Excellent command of English (spoken and written).
• Proficiency in MS Office.

We value diversity and inclusion. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and contribute to the growth and success of our organization.

If you are a motivated and results-driven individual with a passion for engineering and leadership, please submit your application today.

Job Purpose:
As the Technical Lead for the VAM System, you will be responsible for the end-to-end technical design, integration, and support of the bank’s Virtual Account Management platform. This role is critical in enabling the bank to offer advanced cash and liquidity management capabilities to its corporate clients through scalable virtual account solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own the technical architecture and delivery of the VAM system, ensuring integration with core banking, payment systems, corporate online banking, other bank applications, and reconciliation platforms.
• Lead VAM platform implementations in collaboration with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure smooth real-time and batch processing of transactions, including virtual-to-real mapping, virtual balances, and reconciliation.
• Integrate with bank channels (internet banking, host-to-host, API gateways) to enable client access to VAM functionalities.
• Implement standard messaging and payment formats (MT101, ISO 20022).
• Collaborate with product managers, operations, and corporate sales to understand client requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Lead a technical team, manage vendor development teams, and ensure code quality, performance, and scalability.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, data flow diagrams, and support runbooks.
• Ensure regulatory and internal compliance.
• Support UAT, SIT, and production deployment, ensuring high availability and minimal downtime.
• Monitor post-go-live system health and lead performance tuning and issue resolution.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Engineering.
• 8+ years of experience in banking technology, including at least 3 years leading Virtual Account Management or Cash Management platform implementations.
• Strong knowledge of transaction banking, cash pooling, liquidity management, reconciliation, and virtual ledger systems.
• Familiarity with SWIFT messaging, ISO 20022, MT messages, host-to-host, and bank API integration.
• Working knowledge of core banking systems and their interaction with corporate platforms.
• Technical proficiency in Java, Oracle DB, SOAP/REST APIs, XML, JSON, SQL, and messaging queues (Kafka, MQ) is an advantage.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Role Overview:The Role is a dynamic position that involves a balanced focus on both internal and external responsibilities (50/50). The role is based in the Dubai South office and is pivotal in driving efficiency in pre-contract delivery and market leading digital solutions regionally. The successful candidate will be instrumental in driving the efficient and effective use of existing digital tools (CostX BIM Power BI) influencing key stakeholders contributing to DTB (Design To Budget) initiatives across BP and fostering a culture of learning and coaching. Additionally the role will involve engagement with the global technical and digital leads and ideally incorporate AI development.

Key Responsibilities (50% Internal Focus):

Efficiency of Delivery and Digital Solutions:

• • Lead initiatives to enhance the efficiency of project delivery particularly in Measurement Cost Planning and BoQ generation.
  • Implement and optimize solutions to develop clear processes and improve outcomes
  • Contribute to the implementation & use of GUIDE including streamlining regional usage training etc.

Expanding Influence Over Time:

• • Act as a technical expert within the organization starting with driving standards in the Dubai South team other UAE pre-contract teams and moving onto the wider regional business and other supporting functions over time i.e. EC and PCC India.

DTB Input:

• • Develop efficient solutions to providing Design to Budget obligations on Design Appointments supporting the organizations digital transformation goals.

Training and Coaching:

• • Develop and refine training material train and coach team members increasing their capabilities in this area. Liaise with UK and global SMEs i.e. Andrew Edwards and Karen Wood to ensure consistency.
  • Create and maintain a supportive and collaborative learning environment.

AI Development:

• • Guide and contribute to AI development projects ensuring the integration of cutting-edge technologies to enhance business operations.

Key Responsibilities (50% External Focus):

Client Technical Delivery:

• • Lead pre-contract cost management delivery on projects with support from appropriate teams in the UAE
  • Implement and lead by example by using solutions developed above.

• Strategic:
  • Assist and/or lead proposals and bids

• • Assist in building a strong backlog / pipeline with a key focus on repeat work from quality delivery
  • Develop and maintain good relationships with Clients

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum 10 years experience in this field
• Must have pre-contract experience within a consultancy
• Must have extensive exposure to Cost Planning at all stages.
• RICS membership.
• Experience in operational aspects of a business is beneficial.
• Must have a QS or Engineering or similar degree.

At AECOM you will join a global leader in cost management with access to cutting-edge tools training and resources to develop your career. This role offers the chance to work on exciting high-profile projects in the UAE while also allowing you to shape your own path towards becoming a future leader in the industry.

Additional Information :

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work optionswell-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at .

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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Employment Type :

Contract

Overview

Role:Analyst Technical Consultant Waste and Resource Management

Location: UAE Abu Dhabi / Dubai or KSA Riyadh hybrid worker

Our vision is to create a safe and sustainable world.

Ricardo plc is a global strategic environmental and engineering consulting company. With over 100 years of engineering excellence and employing close to 3000 employees in more than 20 countries we provide exceptional levels of expertise in delivering leadingedge and innovative crosssector sustainable products and solutions. Every day we enable our customers to solve the most complex and dynamic challenges to help achieve a safe and sustainable world.

Role Purpose

We are seeking an Analyst Consultant to join our Waste and Resource Management team. Youll be part of a team supporting senior consultants in delivering highprofile projects. Our work covers a broad range of topics from supporting on policy and strategy to complex technical projects covering waste operations and infrastructure. You will also have the opportunity to support projects in other parts of Ricardos business including sustainability water air quality climate change and energy.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct research and analysis to support our consultancy work.
• Manage time across multiple projects contributing to research data analysis fieldwork stakeholder engagement and reportwriting.
• Ensure the quality and timely delivery of your work collaborating with experts and consultants to integrate your contributions.
• Support senior consultants in delivering highprofile projects on policy strategy waste operations and infrastructure.
• Meet time cost and quality requirements to ensure client satisfaction.

Key Competencies and Experience

• Bachelors degree 2.1 or above) in engineering.
• Excellent numeracy analytical and writing skills.
• Proactive approach with a commitment to highquality work.
• Interest in waste and resource management and creative problemsolving.
• Interest in fieldwork including site visits and waste compositional analysis especially in the UAE and wider region.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong computer skills particularly in MS Excel and Word.
• Willingness to develop competency in the waste sector through projects.
• Fluency in English and native Arabic speaker.
• Ability to meet multiple deadlines and manage competing priorities.

Desirable Competencies and Experience

• Understanding of international environmental policy issues.
• Knowledge of Middle Eastern environmental legislative frameworks.
• Experience with Excel modeling (pivot tables macros) and analysis.
• Experience in consultancy or customerfacing commercial roles.
• Willingness to travel internationally for projects.

Working here

You will be warmly welcomed into our workplace where every voice matters. We are diverse thinkers and doers coming together to create a culture of inclusion. We will support you to find your place.

We will encourage you to use your passion and expertise to make a positive impact through the projects you work on. Your knowledge and desire to bring about change will be invaluable in helping deliver innovative solutions that support communities across the globe in becoming safer and more sustainable.

Work life balance

We offer flexible approaches to work whether that is working from home being in the office or as a hybrid worker. Were happy to discuss flexible working arrangements. Wellbeing is at the core to our culture allowing employees to flourish and to achieve their full potential.

Benefits

We want you to know how much you are valued. Your remuneration and benefits package will reflect that. You will receive a range of benefits which include support for your physical and mental health.

Diversity Equality and Inclusion statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in each persons potential and well help you reach yours. We have an ambitious diversity equality and inclusion approach as explained here. We value diversity; recognising that a more diverse workforce creates a richer and more varied working environment. Diversity also drives innovation by allowing us to offer our clients the best consultancy service that we can. As part of our commitment to engage positively and proactively with all our employees and to ensure an inclusive culture we are a recognised as a disability confident employer.

Next steps

Once you have submitted your application a member of our Recruitment Team will be in touch. Please be aware that the timing can vary dependent on the volume of applications that we receive for each role and in some cases we may start to review applications prior to the closing date.

Ricardo is a Disability confident employer please advise the recruitment team viaif you require any adjustments to support you throughout the recruitment process.

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