Site Engineer – Mechanical (Fire Fighting & Plumbing)

About the role

The company is seeking a Site Engineer specialized in mechanical works, focusing on fire‑fighting and plumbing systems for commercial, residential, or industrial projects in Dubai. The role involves supervising installation, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with local regulations and standards.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor installation of firefighting and plumbing systems according to approved drawings, specifications, and UAE authority requirements.
• Manage daily site activities, including manpower allocation, work sequencing, and progress monitoring.
• Review drawings, method statements, and material submittals before execution.
• Coordinate with consultants, subcontractors, and other disciplines to resolve site coordination issues.
• Prepare inspection requests, material inspection requests, and progress reports.
• Oversee testing, commissioning, and ensure compliance with quality and HSE procedures.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university.
• 4 to 6 years of mechanical site execution experience on commercial, residential, industrial or mixed‑use projects.
• GCC/UAE site experience preferred.
• UAE Society of Engineers membership and basic HSE training are advantageous.

Required skills

• Outlook
• HVAC knowledge
• Project documentation tools
• Mechanical site execution
• Firefighting systems installation
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Basic AutoCAD for drawing review