MEP Design Manager – Data Centres

Egis; Dubai; On-site; AED 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global data centre practice

Ground-floor opportunity

Influence shaping the practice

Competitive UAE benefits

Job summary

Egis is building its data centre capability across UAE and the wider MESA region. This role acts as Lead Design Consultant, the single point of accountability for multi-disciplinary design delivery from pre-concept through to site close-out.

You will lead design workstreams and bids, own the lifecycle, and coordinate across architectural, MEP, ELV, civil and structural disciplines. We seek a senior engineer with 10+ years of MEP design, GCC experience, BIM/Revit proficiency, and a track record

Qualifications

• 10+ years of MEP design experience with a lead/management role
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams on data centre or mission-critical projects
• Strong working knowledge of data centre MEP/ELV systems and standards

Responsibilities

• Act as LDC point of contact for design workstreams (architectural, MEP, ELV, civil, structural)
• Lead multi-disciplinary bids from LDC stage to appointment
• Own the full design lifecycle from pre-concept to site close-out
• Drive design gateways and maintain programme/technical ownership
• Serve as client design interface for quality, coordination, delivery across disciplines
• Contribute to business development and pre-FEED client engagement

Skills

MEP design leadership

Multi-disciplinary team leadership

Design lifecycle management

Education

Bachelor/Master in mechanical or electrical engineering

Tools

BIM/Revit

Job description

Egis is an international player active in architecture, consulting, construction engineering and mobility services. We create and operate intelligent infrastructures and buildings that respond to the climate emergency and contribute to more balanced, sustainable and resilient territorial development. Operating in 100 countries, Egis puts the expertise of its 19,500 employees at the service of its clients and develops cutting-edge innovations accessible to all projects. Through its wide range of activities, Egis is a key player in the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.

With 3,500 employees across 8 countries in the Middle East, Egis has delivered over 700 complex development projects, stimulating economic growth and enhancing quality of life. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis is committed to sustainable development. The Group’s operations in the Middle East are built on strategic acquisitions and a deep understanding of local market conditions. Egis’ long history of providing comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services makes it a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers.

Job Description

Egis is building its data centre capability across the UAE and wider MESA region. This is a ground-floor opportunity shaping how we deliver, who we work with, and what we stand for in the market. We want someone who brings the expertise we are building towards and who wants to establish a practice, not just join one. You will act as Lead Design Consultant point of contact on data centre commissions, single point of accountability for multi-disciplinary design delivery across architectural, MEP, ELV, civil, and structural workstreams, from pre-concept through to site close-out.

• Act as LDC point of contact - single point of accountability for architectural, MEP, ELV, civil, structural, and specialist design workstreams
• Lead multi-disciplinary bids from LDC-stage through to appointment
• Own the full design lifecycle from pre-concept and FEED through detailed design, IFC, and site close-out
• Drive each design gateway, maintaining programme and technical ownership throughout
• Serve as the client's primary design interface - accountable for quality, coordination, and delivery across all disciplines
• Contribute to business development and pre-FEED client engagement as the practice grows

Qualifications

• 10+ years of MEP design experience with at least 3 years in a lead or management role
• Proven track record across the full project lifecycle on data centre or mission-critical projects
• Experienced leading multi-disciplinary teams and bids as LDC - not MEP in isolation
• Strong working knowledge of data centre MEP/ELV systems: HV/LV power, UPS, precision cooling, BMS/EPMS, ICT infrastructure, and fire suppression
• GCC experience and familiarity with ASHRAE, BS, and NFPA standards expected
• Degree-qualified in mechanical or electrical engineering; Chartered or working towards preferred
• BIM/Revit proficiency required

Additional Information

• 400+ strong, award-winning MEP/ELV team across UAE, KSA, India, Jordan, and Egypt
• Ground-floor opportunity to shape an emerging data centre practice in one of the world's most active mission-critical markets
• Real influence over how the practice takes shape, backed by the scale and resources of a global consultancy
• Competitive package and UAE benefits