Sr. Mechanical Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer – MEP to join our team.

The Senior Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for managing and overseeing the mechanical scope of MEP projects, including HVAC, chilled water, plumbing, drainage, and fire-fighting systems
, from technical review and site execution through testing, commissioning, and final handover.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working with MEP contracting companies in the UAE
, with strong technical knowledge, site execution experience, and the ability to lead and coordinate mechanical works across multiple project stakeholders.

• Lead and manage mechanical engineering works for MEP projects from design and technical review through execution, testing, commissioning, and handover.
• Review IFC drawings, shop drawings, technical specifications, BOQs, material submittals, and related project documentation
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• Ensure mechanical works are executed in accordance with approved drawings, project specifications, method statements, and applicable authority requirements.
• Oversee the installation and execution of HVAC, chilled water, plumbing, drainage, and fire-fighting systems
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• Coordinate technical and site requirements with consultants, clients, main contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal project teams.
• Supervise site activities, monitor progress, and ensure mechanical works meet required quality and safety standards.
• Identify technical and coordination issues and provide practical engineering solutions to avoid delays and rework.
• Prepare and review method statements, technical proposals, RFIs, material requirements, progress reports, and other engineering documentation
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• Coordinate with procurement teams regarding technical specifications, material requirements, approvals, and delivery priorities.
• Monitor project schedules, manpower requirements, material availability, and mechanical work progress.
• Attend technical, coordination, and progress meetings with clients, consultants, and project stakeholders.
• Coordinate and oversee testing & commissioning activities
  , inspections, snag rectification, and final project handover.
• Support cost control and ensure mechanical works are executed efficiently within approved project requirements and budgets.
• Provide technical guidance and supervision to junior engineers, supervisors, foremen, and site teams.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
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• Minimum 7–10 years of relevant experience with MEP contracting companies in the UAE.
• Strong hands-on experience in HVAC, chilled water systems, plumbing, drainage, and fire-fighting systems
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• Strong knowledge of MEP construction practices, technical drawings, material submittals, method statements, and testing & commissioning procedures.
• Good understanding of applicable UAE authority requirements, codes, and international engineering standards
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• Proven experience in site execution, project coordination, and mechanical project delivery.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with consultants, clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Must be willing to work and relocate to project locations across any Emirate in the UAE.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person – UAE