MEP Project Manager; PMC

Position: MEP Project Manager (PMC
Job Description Overview

We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking MEP Project Manager (PMC) to join our PMC team in Al Ain, UAE, supporting the delivery of complex industrial and aviation projects. The successful candidate will act as the client's trusted advisor, leading all MEP aspects throughout the project lifecycle, from design management through procurement, construction, commissioning, handover and operational readiness. This role requires a technically strong project leader who has developed their early career within a reputable MEP contractor environment before transitioning into project management consultancy (PMC).

The individual must possess excellent stakeholder management skills, programme awareness, and the ability to engage confidently with clients, consultants, contractors, operators and regulatory authorities.

Your role Project Leadership & Delivery

Lead the planning, coordination and delivery of all MEP packages across industrial and aviation projects. Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget and in compliance with quality standards. Manage multidisciplinary teams and coordinate interfaces between MEP, structural, architectural, civil and utility disciplines. Monitor project progress and proactively identify risks, opportunities and mitigation measures. Drive project controls, reporting, forecasting and performance management activities.

Design

& Technical Management

Oversee the review and management of MEP designs to ensure constructability, operational efficiency and compliance with project requirements. Coordinate value engineering initiatives and technical design optimization. Review contractor submissions, shop drawings, material approvals and method statements. Support sustainability, energy efficiency and operational resilience requirements where applicable.

Construction & Commissioning

Monitor contractor performance against baseline programme and KPIs. Manage testing, commissioning, integrated systems testing and handover activities. Ensure smooth transition from construction to operational readiness.

Client & Stakeholder Management

Serve as the primary MEP point of contact for clients and key stakeholders. Lead technical presentations, workshops and progress reviews. Build trusted relationships with clients through proactive communication and solution-oriented leadership.

Commercial & Contract Administration

Review contractor claims, change requests, variations and extensions of time. Contribute to monthly progress reporting, commercial forecasting and executive briefings.

About you Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution. Master's Degree in Project Management or Engineering Management is advantageous.

Experience

Minimum 12 years of experience in MEP project delivery. Early career experience gained with a reputable MEP contractor or main contractor delivering building services installations. Subsequent experience within a PMC, engineering consultancy or project management consultancy environment. Proven experience managing MEP delivery on large-scale industrial, manufacturing, logistics. UAE (ideally Abu Dhabi) project experience required. Experience working directly with clients, end users and senior stakeholders.

Technical

Expertise

• Strong understanding of: HVAC systems
• Power distribution systems
• ELV and ICT infrastructure
• Fire protection and life safety systems
• Building Management Systems (BMS)
• Industrial utility networks
• Knowledge of international design standards and UAE regulations.

Project Management Competencies

Demonstrated ability to lead multi-million-dollar projects through all project phases. Strong risk management, planning and programme management capabilities. Experience managing multidisciplinary consultant and contractor teams. Ability to make sound decisions in fast-paced project environments.

Leadership & Behavioural Competencies

Client-facing with excellent communication and presentation skills. Strategic and forward-thinking mindset with the ability to anticipate project challenges and opportunities. Commercially astute and solution-oriented. Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills. Collaborative leadership style with a focus on team performance and client satisfaction. Ability to work effectively within complex and high-profile programme environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification.
• Chartered Engineer status (CEng), PE, or…