Project Manager (MEP)

About the role

An experienced Project Manager (MEP) is sought to lead the complete delivery of MEP works on major building projects in the UAE. The role covers planning, execution, coordination, commercial control, quality, safety, testing, commissioning and handover of MEP systems, and calls for a contractor-side leader who can drive multidisciplinary teams and resolve interfaces with civil and architectural works.

Key responsibilities

• Lead MEP works across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection and associated building services
• Manage programme, manpower, subcontractors, materials, procurement, cost control and delivery milestones
• Coordinate with civil, architectural, structural, facade, fit-out and specialist subcontractor teams to resolve site interfaces
• Review shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, inspection requirements, testing and commissioning plans
• Represent the project team in client, consultant, subcontractor and internal progress meetings
• Drive productivity, quality, HSE compliance and resource optimisation
• Identify risks, delays, variations and commercial impacts and support mitigation, recovery and contractual protection
• Ensure testing, commissioning, authority approvals, handover documentation and close-out

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• Minimum 12 years of experience in MEP contracting with proven project management responsibility
• Strong experience on large-scale high-rise, hospitality, residential, commercial or mixed-use projects in the UAE/GCC
• Leadership experience managing engineers, supervisors, foremen, subcontractors and labour teams
• Commercial awareness of variations, claims support, cost monitoring, procurement and subcontractor management
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, planning, decision-making and problem-solving skills

Desired qualifications

• PMP or similar project management certification
• Experience on fast-track or live hospitality/residential projects
• Authority approval and consultant coordination experience in the UAE