Plumbing Engineer | MEP Engineer | Plumbing Site Engineer | Jobs in Dubai

talentbridgedubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

TalentBridge Dubai is seeking a Plumbing Engineer (MEP) based in the UAE to oversee the full project lifecycle from design and planning to execution and site supervision. The ideal candidate has completed full-cycle MEP/EPC projects and can manage multiple sites, consultant coordination, and contractor teams in a client-facing role requiring leadership and operational control.

Key responsibilities include leading design and specifications, multi-site planning and procurement, review of drawings,

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years UAE-based experience in MEP/EPC projects.
• Experience completing at least one full project cycle (min 2 years).
• Must possess a UAE valid driving license and hands-on procurement/site execution experience.
• PMP Certification is an advantage.
• Based in UAE with stable career history.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, scope, and specifications for assigned MEP projects.
• Oversee project planning, procurement, and execution across sites.
• Review drawings and ensure timelines, budgets, and quality.
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and internal teams.
• Supervise deployment of labour and site supervisors across up to 7 projects.
• Maintain documentation for materials, approvals, and contractor performance.
• Use AutoCAD for design markups, schematics, and as-built docs.
• Monitor costs, risks, and performance; flag delays or overruns.
• Interpret contracts and support legal/commercial teams on compliance.
• Ensure health and safety standards at all sites.

Skills

AutoCAD

Project design tools

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: MEP Contracting / EPC / Construction
Reports To: Project Director / Engineering Manager
Salary (tax-free): Please enter your expected salary in the field

About the Role

Our client, a well-established MEP contracting firm in the UAE, is seeking a PlumbingEngineer (MEP) to oversee the full project lifecycle from design and planning to execution and site supervision.

The ideal candidate is already based in the UAE, has completed full-cycle MEP or EPC projects, and is capable of managing multiple sites, consultant coordination, and contractor teams. This is a client-facing role requiring technical depth, leadership, and operational control.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the design, scope, and specifications for assigned MEP projects.
• Oversee project planning, procurement, and execution across multiple construction sites.
• Review technical drawings and ensure compliance with project timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Liaise with consultants, contractors, and internal teams to ensure alignment at all stages.
• Supervise the deployment of labour and site supervisors across up to 7 simultaneous projects.
• Maintain accurate documentation related to materials, approvals, and contractor performance.
• Use AutoCAD for design markups, project schematics, and as-built documentation.
• Monitor project costs, risks, and performance; raise early warnings for delays or cost overruns.
• Interpret contracts and technical clauses; support the legal and commercial team on compliance.
• Ensure health & safety standards are enforced at every site and stage of the project.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of UAE-based experience (8 years preferred) in MEP or EPC projects.
• Must have completed at least one full project cycle (minimum 2-year duration).
• Bachelors degree or diploma in Engineering
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD and general project design tools.
• Familiarity with contract interpretation, BOQs, and technical clauses.
• Hands-on experience in procurement, site execution, and labour deployment.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent construction sites and field teams.
• Must possess a valid UAE driving license.
• PMP Certification is an advantage.
• Candidates must be currently based in the UAE with stable career history.

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