MEP Director – Leading Main Contractor

Big Fish Recruitment; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced MEP Director to lead complex high-value developments in Dubai. This pivotal role involves overseeing all MEP functions, ensuring projects meet quality, safety, and compliance standards while being delivered on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will bring over 15 years of experience, demonstrating exceptional leadership and project management skills. With a focus on high-rise and major building projects, this opportunity offers a chance to contribute significantly to landmark developments across the UAE in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in MEP roles, focusing on high-rise projects.
• Proven track record of managing large teams and complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead MEP functions from design to successful project handover.
• Manage internal teams and external contractors to ensure quality delivery.

Skills

MEP Management

Project Management

Leadership

Communication Skills

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Our client is a respected Main Contractor and part of a larger, well-capitalized group with a strong reputation for delivering landmark developments across the UAE. Their current portfolio includes high-rise towers, mixed-use communities, villas, townhouses, and lifestyle-driven retail and leisure assets. As part of their continued growth, they are now seeking a MEP Director to join their Dubai-based team and lead the full MEP delivery across a portfolio of complex, high-value developments. The Role: The MEP Director will take full ownership of all MEP functions from concept design through construction, commissioning, and successful handover. You’ll manage both internal teams and external contractors, ensuring that all MEP works are delivered to the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance — on time and within budget. Key Responsibilities: - Lead all MEP-related activities across multiple large-scale projects - Oversee internal engineers and external MEP subcontractors - Ensure MEP works align with project timelines, cost targets, and statutory regulations (QHSE, RERA, etc.) - Manage the design review, procurement, installation, and commissioning phases - Provide strategic direction and leadership to MEP teams - Act as the key point of contact for all MEP-related project matters

- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering - 15+ years of experience, with a strong track record delivering major building and high-rise projects - Must have taken projects from inception through to successful handover - Experience with leading main contractors or top-tier MEP contractors - Proven ability to manage large site teams and multiple stakeholders - Strong understanding of QHSE, local authority requirements, and MEP best practices - Commercially savvy, with solid knowledge of project controls and budgeting - Exceptional leadership, communication, and decision-making skills