MEP Technical Director Job Riyadh area,Riyadh Region Saudi Arabia,Engineering

The MEP Design Manager will lead and supervise the design and engineering activities for Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Fighting, Fire Alarm, HVAC, and related MEP systems across a wide range of facilities, including residential, commercial, industrial, healthcare, and other specialized projects.

The role is responsible for ensuring technically sound, coordinated, code-compliant, cost-effective, and timely design deliverables while managing the design team and coordinating closely with consultants, clients, project managers, operations, procurement, and other stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

MEP Design & Engineering
Lead and oversee the design and development of MEP systems for Design & Build projects across residential, commercial, industrial, healthcare, and other facility types.
Design and review mechanical and electrical systems, including:
HVAC systems
Fire Fighting systems
Fire Alarm systems
Plumbing systems
Electrical systems
Other related MEP services
Prepare concept design drawings for selected projects and clients prior to contract award.
Prepare and supervise the development of shop drawings for awarded projects.
Ensure accuracy, precision, constructability, and technical quality of all designs and engineering deliverables.
Apply value engineering principles to optimize designs while maintaining quality, functionality, safety, and compliance.
Ensure that designs comply with applicable local codes, regulations, and international standards, as applicable, including ASHRAE, SMACNA, DIN, BS, EU standards, UPC, IPC, NFPA, and applicable energy codes.
Design Management & Coordination
Manage, supervise, and coordinate the development, review, and progress of all MEP design activities.
Ensure that all MEP systems are properly coordinated across different disciplines before submission to the consultant or client.
Ensure that drawings are reviewed, signed, and coordinated by the relevant discipline designers and coordinators prior to submission.
Follow up on consultant and client reviews and approvals and ensure approved documents are formally delivered to the Operations Division.
Delegate technical responsibilities to design team members and monitor progress against project schedules.
Monitor the technical performance, productivity, and work quality of the Design Division.
Ensure the Design Division maintains proper reporting, attendance, and compliance with company procedures.
Technical Review & Quality Control
Review design drawings, technical documents, equipment specifications, data sheets, and material submittals prior to submission for consultant/client approval.
Review construction documents submitted to project sites, including:
Bills of Quantities (BOQs)
Construction drawings
Technical specifications
Equipment documentation
Other relevant engineering documents
Ensure that all MEP works and deliverables comply with applicable codes, standards, specifications, and project requirements.
Maintain high technical and quality standards throughout the design and documentation process.
Identify design issues, coordination conflicts, and technical risks and ensure timely resolution.
BOQ, Cost & Commercial Support
Prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQs) based on approved shop drawings and designs.
Provide accurate BOQs and related technical information to the Operations, Cost Control, and Procurement Divisions.
Coordinate with Project Managers in the preparation and evaluation of Variation Orders.
Support project teams with technical input related to quantities, materials, equipment, and design changes.
Approvals & Project Coordination
Prepare approval requests for project systems, equipment, and materials.
Follow up with consultants and/or owners to obtain required approvals promptly.
Coordinate with Project Managers, Operations, Procurement, Cost Control, consultants, clients, and other relevant stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.
Conduct site inspections when required to verify design implementation and identify technical or coordination issues.
Analyze project specifications, drawings, and site conditions and provide appropriate technical recommendations.
Leadership & Team Management
Provide technical leadership and direction to the MEP Design team.
Allocate responsibilities according to team members' capabilities and project priorities.
Monitor team performance, productivity, progress, and quality of deliverables.
Establish priorities and make timely technical decisions to support project objectives.
Promote teamwork, accountability,…