MEP Manager

Wasael Property Management; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 279,000 - 390,600; Full time

Job summary

Wasael Property Management is seeking an MEP Manager responsible for the management of Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) and HVAC maintenance services across large-scale infrastructure. The ideal candidate will oversee contractors, ensure compliance with engineering standards, and support operational teams in maintaining infrastructure systems. A Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field and 7-10 years of experience in MEP operations are required. This position is crucial for ensuring the reliability and performance of critical systems in a 24/7 operational environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7–10 years of experience in MEP operations or facilities management.
• At least 5 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Experience in large-scale, complex, and operationally critical environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day delivery of MEP and HVAC maintenance services.
• Oversee performance of MEP contractors and service providers.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards and safety regulations.
• Monitor performance of mechanical and electrical systems.

Skills

Technical leadership and decision making

Contractor and stakeholder management

Asset reliability and maintenance planning

Risk management and regulatory compliance

Ability to operate in complex, 24/7 operational environments

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering

Job description

Job Summary

The MEP Manager is responsible for managing the delivery of Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) and HVAC maintenance services across large-scale infrastructure and operational facilities. The role ensures the reliability, safety, and performance of critical building and infrastructure systems. This includes overseeing contractors, managing asset lifecycle strategies, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards within a high-availability, 24/7 operational environment.

Key Responsibilities

MEP Operations & Asset Management

• Manage day-to-day delivery of MEP and HVAC maintenance services across operational facilities and infrastructure.
• Ensure reliability and availability of critical systems including power distribution, HVAC, and building infrastructure.
• Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programs aligned with asset lifecycle strategies.
• Coordinate maintenance activities to minimize disruption within live operational environments.

Contractor & Service Provider Management

• Oversee performance of MEP contractors and service providers.
• Ensure contractors meet contractual obligations, service level agreements, and safety requirements.
• Review technical submissions, drawings, and system documentation.
• Monitor supplier performance and implement improvement initiatives.

Technical Governance & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, safety regulations, and operational procedures.
• Support testing and commissioning of new or upgraded MEP systems.
• Validate design solutions and provide technical recommendations for maintenance strategies.
• Ensure adherence to asset management and quality standards.

Asset Performance & Reliability

• Monitor performance of mechanical and electrical systems supporting operational infrastructure.
• Implement reliability engineering and maintenance optimization strategies.
• Support operational teams to ensure infrastructure systems enable uninterrupted operations.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering.

Experience

• Minimum 7–10 years of experience in MEP operations or facilities management.
• At least 5 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Experience working in large-scale, complex, and operationally critical environments (e.g., major infrastructure, mixed-use developments, or high-footfall assets) preferred.

Technical Knowledge

• Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing (MEP) systems
• HVAC and building infrastructure systems
• Facilities Management and asset lifecycle planning
• Contractor and vendor management
• Preventive and predictive maintenance strategies
• Knowledge of quality and asset management standards (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 55001)

Key Skills

• Technical leadership and decision making
• Contractor and stakeholder management
• Asset reliability and maintenance planning
• Risk management and regulatory compliance
• Ability to operate in complex, 24/7 operational environments

Key Competencies

• Leadership & Team Collaboration
• Analytical Thinking
• Problem Solving
• Attention to Detail
• Continuous Improvement