Technical Executive Assistant

About the Role: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Technical Executive Assistant to provide strategic and technical support to senior leadership in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in Quantity Surveying, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Architecture, or Building Management.

Details

Key Responsibilities:   

• Provide technical and administrative support to the Executive Office.  

• Assist in reviewing and coordinating construction, engineering, and infrastructure projects.  

• Interpret and review architectural and engineering drawings, cost estimates, BOQs, and project schedules.  

• Support project tracking, reporting, and compliance with agreed timelines and standards.  

• Liaise with internal departments, contractors, consultants, and external stakeholders to ensure project alignment.  

• Draft technical reports, project summaries, presentations, and executive briefs.  

• Maintain a strong understanding of technical project milestones and follow up on action points.  

• Manage correspondence, schedule meetings, and attend technical project reviews with the Executive.  

• Identify and escalate project risks, suggest mitigation strategies, and support quality control processes. 

Requirements:  

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Electrical Engineering, Architecture, Building Technology, or a related field.  

• A Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, COREN, ARCON, NIQS) is an added advantage.  

• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in construction, project management, or a built-environment-related field.  

• Proven experience working closely with top management or in an executive support capacity.  

• Strong technical knowledge of building systems, cost control, and project lifecycle management.  

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.  

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, MS Project, and other relevant software tools.