MEP Manager

Zohorecruit; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Zohorecruit is seeking an experienced MEP Project Manager for Dubai-based mega development projects. Lead MEP activities, manage subcontractors, coordinate with civil/architectural teams, and drive design reviews, scheduling, procurement, testing and commissioning.

The ideal candidate has 8–10 years UAE MEP management experience with contracting firms, deep knowledge of UAE regulations, and proven leadership and problem-solving skills for high-rise, commercial, or mixed-use projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline.
• 8–10 years UAE experience in MEP management within contracting companies.
• Proven experience handling mega building projects (high-rise, commercial, residential, or mixed-use).
• Strong knowledge of UAE authority regulations, codes and standards.
• Experience managing MEP subcontractors, procurement, testing & commissioning activities.
• Excellent coordination, leadership and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all MEP activities across multiple large-scale construction projects.
• Manage subcontractors, consultants, authorities, suppliers, and internal engineering teams.
• Coordinate between MEP, civil, architectural, and structural disciplines.
• Review MEP designs, drawings, shop drawings, and material approvals.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, procurement, installation, testing, and commissioning.

Skills

MEP management

Project coordination

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline

Job description

Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 21/05/2026

Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee all MEP activities across multiple large-scale construction projects.
• Manage subcontractors, consultants, authorities, suppliers, and internal engineering teams.
• Ensure effective coordination between MEP, civil, architectural, and structural disciplines.
• Review MEP designs, drawings, shop drawings, technical submissions, and material approvals.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, procurement, installation, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Ensure compliance with UAE authority regulations, safety standards, and quality requirements.
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure work progress and adherence to project specifications.
• Resolve technical issues and provide engineering support during all project stages.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, and project management teams for approvals and execution.
• Prepare project reports, progress updates, and resource planning.
• Support tendering, value engineering, and cost optimization initiatives when required.
• Lead project close-out activities, handover documentation, and final commissioning processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or relevant discipline.
• Minimum 8–10 years of UAE experience in MEP management within contracting companies.
• Proven experience handling mega building projects, including high-rise, commercial, residential, or mixed-use developments.
• Strong knowledge of UAE authority regulations, codes, and standards.
• Experience managing MEP subcontractors, procurement, testing & commissioning activities.
• Excellent coordination, leadership, and problem-solving skills.