WSP Middle East is seeking a highly experienced Technical Director - Highrise to provide technical leadership for the delivery of a landmark project in Riyadh. + Provide technical leadership across the full lifecycle of high-rise projects, from concept to delivery. + Drive integration of multidisciplinary inputs (architecture, structure, MEP, façade, vertical transportation, infrastructure, and urban interfaces). + Support business development and client engagement, offering thought leadership on high-rise design and delivery strategies. + Lead and review all design stages (concept, schematic, detailed, IFC) ensuring alignment with **RIBA stages** and international codes. + Champion **Early Contractor Involvement (ECI)** to optimize buildability, cost efficiency, and programme certainty. + Oversee BIM strategy, ensuring correct application of **BIM Levels of Development (LOD)** at each RIBA stage. + Manage peer reviews, design audits, and technical risk management processes. + Ensure structural, MEP, façade, and vertical systems are fully coordinated within the design. + Provide technical direction on high-rise systems such as core design, wind engineering, lateral stability, vertical transportation, fire/life safety, and high-performance façades. + Evaluate sustainability, digital delivery, and smart building integration. + Collaborate with project directors, discipline leads, and contractors to deliver coordinated, high-quality outputs. + Mentor technical staff and develop capability within the high-rise team. + Represent the company in technical and strategic discussions with clients, authorities, and industry partners. + Degree (or higher) in , Architecture, or equivalent; professional registration or chartered status preferred . + 15+ years technical experience in building design, engineering, and construction supervision; experience specifically in high-rise + Experience with Pre-contract design stages; value engineering; design governance; constructability reviews; Logistics & sequencing planning at early stages. + Prior experience with mixed-use high-rise developments combining residential, hospitality, and commercial uses in the same tower. + Proven track record in managing multidisciplinary teams and international consultants/contractors. + Strong understanding of **ECI (Early Contractor Involvement)** processes and ability to leverage them strategically. + In-depth knowledge of **BIM LODs** and how they align with **RIBA stages** . + Proven ability to integrate architecture, structure, MEP, and specialist systems into cohesive high-rise solutions. Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world. With us, you can. Apply today.