MEP Construction Manager

Hill Intl.

Abu Dhabi

On-site

AED 293,793 - 367,242

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Hill Intl. is seeking an experienced professional to lead MEP construction supervision in Abu Dhabi. The role involves effective coordination of MEP systems, overseeing testing and contractor performance while ensuring compliance with project specifications and safety standards.

The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and at least 15 years of experience in MEP projects with a solid track record of dealing with local authorities. The position offers an opportunity to work on significant construction projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards.

Qualifications

15+ years of experience in MEP projects with local authority experience in Abu Dhabi.
Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and low-voltage systems.
Experience in managing and supervising MEP contractors.

Responsibilities

Lead MEP construction supervision and manage consultant deliverables.
Coordinate with QAQC and HSE to meet project goals.
Supervise and coordinate testing and commissioning activities.
Manage MEP contractor performance and monitor submissions.

Skills

Mechanical / Electrical Engineering

New Build construction experience

Risk assessment

Technical assessment of MEP variations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Leads and manages MEP construction supervision, ensuring effective coordination of all MEP systems and specialist trades. Oversees testing, commissioning, and contractor performance, monitors deliverables, and assesses technical variations, risks, and regulatory impacts. Represents the employer and PMC during inspections, ensures compliance with project specifications, safety, and quality standards, and supports timely project delivery while maintaining adherence to organizational policies.

Responsibilities

Manage and lead Construction Supervision Consultant (MEP) and monitor the deliverables of consultant.
Support and supervise various MEP trades, especially specialists (FLS, ELV, BMS, Security, Access Control, etc.)
Supervise and coordinate with QAQC and HSE Managers to ensure goals are met.
Manage and coordinate testing and commissioning.
Manage Commissioning Agents activities.
Represent Employer and PMC on-site for Authority inspections and approvals.
Identify, Assess, and prioritize the risk to the project, and report the consequences.
Technically assess the MEP variations /Value Engineering /engineer instructions /changes in regulation by local authorities and advise on cost and time impact.
Evaluate MEP contractor performance.
Monitor the planned submissions dates and records delays if any and follow up materials procurements and delivery.
Informs themselves of the relevant Quality, Environmental, Safety and Occupational Health Policies, Manuals and Procedures in place within Hill International, and ensures continued compliance with these requirements while employed by Hill.
Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager/supervisor.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering.
Minimum 15 or more years of experience in New Build / Construction/ MEP projects, with extensive experience in dealing with local authorities in Abu Dhabi
Experienced dealing with MEP Contractors and Subcontractors.
Strong technical background in MEP projects and should have at least 2 full life cycle project experience working on a Project Management Consultancy team.
Background working on commercial, residential and / or industrial construction projects.
Good understanding of all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and low-voltage systems.
General understanding of Building Codes, Mechanical Codes, Electrical Codes and Plumbing Codes as they relate to the construction of the project.
Familiar will local authority's requirements and procedures
Mechanical or Electrical Engineer with extensive experience in the organization and supervision of the installation, testing and commissioning of MEP in the project under construction, and specifically in systems for public health, ventilation, fire protection, power supply and distribution, building automatic systems, communication systems, and other low current systems.

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