Burjline Builders
MEP Project Manager
Dubai, UAEPosted today
- Salary
- AED 35k–50k a month· Michael Page
- Job type
- Full time
- Level
- Lead
- Field
- Construction & Engineering
- Work mode
- On site
About the role
We are looking for an experienced and result-oriented MEP Project Manager to lead Engineers and manage MEP projects from project initiation through completion and handover. The ideal candidate should have strong technical expertise in Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) systems, project planning, execution, budget control, resource management and coordination with clients, consultants and main contractors. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered within approved timelines, budgets, quality standards and safety requirements. Key Responsibilities • Manage and oversee the complete execution of MEP projects, ensuring timely completion within approved budgets and quality standards. • Plan, coordinate and monitor all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, firefighting and fire alarm activities. • Develop and implement project execution strategies, schedules, resource plans and progress monitoring systems. • Coordinate with clients, consultants, main contractors, subcontractors and internal departments. • Monitor project progress against approved baseline programmes and implement corrective actions to avoid delays. • Review project drawings, specifications, BOQs, material submittals and technical documents. • Manage manpower, materials, equipment and subcontractor resources effectively. • Monitor project costs, budgets, variations, cash flow and contractual obligations. • Ensure timely submission and approval of shop drawings, material submittals, method statements and inspection requests. • Lead project meetings and provide regular progress reports to senior management and stakeholders. • Identify project risks, technical challenges and potential delays, and implement mitigation measures. • Ensure compliance with project specifications, HSE and quality standards. • Oversee testing, commissioning, snagging, project handover and final documentation. • Lead and manage project teams, including Project Engineers, Site Engineers, Supervisors and other supporting staff. Required Qualifications & Experience • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. • Minimum 15 - 20 years of experience in MEP contracting and construction projects. • Minimum 5 - 10 years of experience in a Project Manager. • Proven experience managing large-scale residential, commercial or high-rise building projects in the UAE. • Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, drainage, firefighting, fire alarm and electrical systems. • Experience dealing with consultants, main contractors and Clients. • Strong knowledge of project execution, cost control, contract administration and project management. • Knowledge of UAE construction standards, authority approvals and MEP regulations. Preferred Candidate Profile • Candidates currently based in the UAE with relevant MEP contracting experience. • Candidates with a proven track record of successfully delivering major MEP projects. • Immediate joiners or candidates with a short notice period are preferred.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. Minimum 15 - 20 years of experience in MEP contracting and construction projects. Minimum 5 - 10 years of experience in a Project Manager. Proven experience managing large-scale residential, commercial or high-rise building projects in the UAE. Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, drainage, firefighting, fire alarm and electrical systems. Experience dealing with consultants, main contractors and Clients. Strong knowledge of project execution, cost control, contract administration and project management. Knowledge of UAE construction standards, authority approvals and MEP regulations.
Responsibilities
Manage and oversee the complete execution of MEP projects, ensuring timely completion within approved budgets and quality standards. Plan, coordinate and monitor all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, firefighting and fire alarm activities. Develop and implement project execution strategies, schedules, resource plans and progress monitoring systems. Coordinate with clients, consultants, main contractors, subcontractors and internal departments. Monitor project progress against approved baseline programmes and implement corrective actions to avoid delays. Review project drawings, specifications, BOQs, material submittals and technical documents. Manage manpower, materials, equipment and subcontractor resources effectively. Monitor project costs, budgets, variations, cash flow and contractual obligations. Ensure timely submission and approval of shop drawings, material submittals, method statements and inspection requests. Lead project meetings and provide regular progress reports to senior management and stakeholders. Identify project risks, technical challenges and potential delays, and implement mitigation measures. Ensure compliance with project specifications, HSE and quality standards. Oversee testing, commissioning, snagging, project handover and final documentation. Lead and manage project teams, including Project Engineers, Site Engineers, Supervisors and other supporting staff.
Skills
- MEP project management
- HVAC systems
- plumbing systems
- firefighting systems
- fire alarm systems
- electrical systems
- budget control
- cost control
- contract administration
- project scheduling
- shop drawings
- material submittals
- risk management
- stakeholder coordination
- construction management
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