Technical Director

Overview

Job Description

Technical Director

• Technical Leadership & Governance

• Serve as the senior technical authority.
• Provide strategic direction and oversight on design and engineering matters across all disciplines.
• Lead the technical review and approval of design deliverables from concept through to IFC.
• Ensure coordination and integration across:
• + Architectural and structural systems (including long-span roof structures)
• + MEP and building systems
• + Acoustics and AV infrastructure
• + Stage, rigging, and performance systems
• + External infrastructure and utilities

• Design & Engineering Management

• Oversee and manage design consultants to ensure high-quality, coordinated outputs.
• Validate design solutions for structural integrity, buildability, and performance—particularly for complex and long-span elements.
• Ensure adherence to international standards, local authority regulations, and client requirements.
• Identify, assess, and resolve technical risks and interface challenges early.

• Construction Phase Technical Oversight

• Provide ongoing technical leadership during procurement and construction.
• Review and approve contractor submittals, shop drawings, and engineering proposals.
• Lead resolution of complex technical issues, ensuring timely and practical solutions.
• Safeguard design intent, quality, and safety throughout execution.

• Problem Solving & Risk Management

• Stakeholder Engagement

What Required Skills You'Ll Bring

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil, Structural, or related Engineering discipline
• Mandatory: Professional Engineer (PE, CEng, or equivalent)
• 20+ years’ experience in engineering design, design management, or PMC roles
• Demonstrated experience in major multi-disciplinary projects, including:
• + Public venues (preferred)
• + Amphitheaters, or cultural facilities
• + Complex buildings and large-scale infrastructure
• Proven expertise in long-span structural systems and complex engineering challenges
• Experience managing technical issues through both design and construction phases
• Regional (Middle East) project experience.

What Desired Skills You'Ll Bring

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Deep understanding of multidisciplinary coordination and integration
• Technical leadership in complex engineering environments
• Ability to manage and resolve high-impact technical issues under pressure
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Familiarity with BIM and digital coordination platforms
• Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.
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