Job Summary:

The Senior Technical Engineer for our Interior & Fit Out Company in Dubai plays a critical role in ensuring the successful execution and delivery of projects. This position requires a blend of technical expertise, project management skills, and leadership abilities to oversee various aspects of interior design and fit-out projects.

Responsibilities:

• Manage process engineering services that meet Shades Interiors', its customers' and applicable statutory and regulatory specifications, on time and within budget.
• Manage process engineering project requirements.
• Manage process engineering services such as:
• participate in relevant meetings, prepare progress reports and comply with required checking procedures;
• ensure the project scope is clear and that changes comply with project change management processes;
• provide advice during procurement, construction and commissioning activities. For example, oversee requisitions, technical bid evaluations and purchase order preparation.
• Act as the process engineering Lead on specific projects.
• If responsible for a team:
• outline project requirements including actively promoting workshare, where appropriate, assign tasks and supervise progress; and
• ensure the required services meet Shades Interiors, its customers and applicable statutory and regulatory requirements, on time and within budget.
• Proactively resolve any discrepancies between Shades Interiors and its Customer's requirements.
• Keep up-to-date with the latest developments and technical innovations in process engineering.
• If required, assist and support junior personnel within the process engineering team.
• Communicate effectively with the process engineering team and project stakeholders, including the Customer.
• Identify issues and problems, develop appropriate solutions, and ask for assistance when required.

Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or related field. Master’s degree is a plus.
• Proven experience 10 – 15 years in a similar role within the interior design, fit-out, or construction industry.
• Strong technical knowledge and understanding of architectural and engineering principles, materials, and construction techniques.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Primavera, Microsoft Project) and CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize workload, and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of local building codes, regulations, and permitting processes in Dubai is preferred.
• Certification in project management (e.g., PMP) is desirable.
• Excellent technical and practical engineering skills and ability to consistently deliver quality, accurate and timely work to Shades Interiors and its clients.
• Excellent knowledge of the fundamental requirements of the process engineering, and the basic requirements of other engineering fields.
• Excellent knowledge of applicable local and international standards and statutory and regulatory specifications.
• Competent use of relevant software such as MS Office Suite and process engineering specific software.
• Extensive technical and practical experience in process engineering in the same or similar industry including experience in working in multi-disciplinary projects and teams.