Director - Technology & Digital
NEOM
- Saudi Arabia
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Successful delivery of the T&D engineering scope for THE LINE in a manner that supports the successful delivery of the project goals in terms of budget, schedule, quality and sustainability. Being part of the team accountable for delivering the multi-disciplinary engineering for THE LINE region.
- Develop a comprehensive T&D Engineering strategy aligned with the LINE delivery strategy.
- Develop implementation plans for T&D Engineering that consider project-specific requirements, timelines, and budgets. Align plans with the overarching mission and objectives, ensuring a clear roadmap for achieving our goals.
- Develop and be accountable for the digital transformation approach for the delivery of NEOM The LINE, with a primary focus on design, engineering, planning and construction.
- Liaise with NEOM The LINE teams and NEOM Sectors to develop a digital execution strategy to support their ambitions with their professional teams, working with all NEOM’s participants.
- Be exemplar for other NEOM Regions and Projects in area of Digital Transformation strategy.
- As part of the broader digital team in NEOM, work across all interfaces to provide leadership and direction, resulting in collaboration across the organization.
- Develop Digital Object Model approaches to support supply chain engagement at scale, working alongside the broader The LINE team.
- Deliver external visibility for the NEOM digital way in the global market and present findings at global industry events.
- Lead oversight roles (Plan of Work stages 3 and 4 and Technical support) to all NEOM The LINE teams.
- Develop technical standards and implement plans and objectives for the department in an effective and innovative approach.
- Incubate and leverage relationships with academic institutions, research partners, hardware / software vendors and tech startups.
- Foster a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and excellence. Provide mentorship, guidance, and direction to ensure the successful execution of the T&D Engineering strategy.
- Demonstrate a strong ability to analyze complex issues and develop innovative solutions to overcome obstacles to ensure successful project execution.
- Define key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the impact of T&D Engineering on project timelines, costs, and environmental footprint.
- Regularly monitor and report on progress to leadership.
- Leverage knowledge of latest advancements and trends in T&D Engineering to inform decision-making.
- Minimum 25 years' experience in (industry & role) or in relevant field of expertise, with minimum 15 years senior management experience
- Degree Educated and membership of international institutions in related areas
- Strong working knowledge of digital design, engineering, planning and construction environments
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Familiarity with relevant industry regulations
- Outstanding leadership and organizational skills
- Competent collaborator and skilled cross-functional communicator
- Minimum MSc in (Engineering) or related field; MBA degree preferred