Senior Mechanical Engineer

Ejadah; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Ejadah in Dubai is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead Fit-Out and MEP coordination for commercial projects. You will coordinate with contractors, review drawings, and ensure compliance with authority approvals and safety standards.

Part of the role involves supervising inspections, testing, and commissioning of CHW, life safety and building services, while ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction. Dubai-based, onsite engagement is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial buildings or high-rise developments.
• Strong knowledge of building services and MEP coordination.
• Familiarity with authority approvals and drawings review.
• Experience with BMS and utility metering coordination.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor tenant, event and DIFC project-related Fit-Out requests.
• Ensure Fit-Out projects are completed within agreed project timelines.
• Review technical drawings and coordinate with contractors for review comments and modifications.
• Monitor authority design approvals and inspection approvals throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct feasibility studies for MEP provision upgrades based on tenant requirements and site conditions.
• Coordinate with the FM team for CHW isolation and air-balancing activities.
• Coordinate notifications with affected tenants during CHW isolation works.
• Guide site inspectors and contractors during project execution.
• Conduct regular site inspections and recommend corrective measures.
• Witness CHW and fire-fighting pressure tests, air balancing and other testing activities.
• Conduct first-fix inspections and provide technical feedback prior to ceiling closure.
• Conduct final inspections and verify proper functionality of building services before final approval.
• Coordinate with base-build and Fire & Life Safety contractors for smooth project execution.
• Verify authority-approved drawings and ensure works align with requirements.
• Witness Testing & Commissioning including Life Safety Systems.
• Review contractors’ method statements for TVR/modification works.
• Coordinate inspection schedules and close checklists through the project portal.
• Escalate non-standard works or trade-related technical issues to relevant engineers.
• Notify the QHSE team of unsafe works or site practices.
• Coordinate with the BMS team for utility meter commissioning.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship, quality, reliability and client satisfaction.

Skills

Mechanical Building Services

First Fix & Final Inspections

Authority Approvals & Drawing Review

BMS / Utility Meter Coordination

QHSE & Site Compliance

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to support Fit-Out and MEP projects, ensuring effective coordination, technical compliance, quality execution, and timely completion of projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and monitor tenant, event and DIFC project-related Fit-Out requests received through the portal or email.
• Ensure Fit-Out projects are completed within agreed project timelines.
• Review technical drawings and coordinate with contractors to clarify review comments and required modifications.
• Monitor authority design approvals and inspection approvals throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct feasibility studies for MEP provision upgrades based on tenant requirements, existing site conditions and available capacities.
• Coordinate with the FM team for CHW isolation and air-balancing activities.
• Coordinate notifications with affected tenants during CHW isolation works.
• Guide site inspectors and contractors during project execution.
• Conduct regular site inspections and recommend appropriate corrective measures.
• Witness CHW and fire-fighting pressure tests, air balancing and other relevant testing activities.
• Conduct first-fix inspections and provide technical feedback prior to false-ceiling closure.
• Conduct final inspections and verify the proper functionality of building services before final approval.
• Coordinate with base-build and Fire & Life Safety contractors to support smooth project execution.
• Verify authority-approved drawings and ensure works are aligned with approved requirements.
• Witness Testing & Commissioning, including Life Safety Systems, and verify completed works.
• Review contractors’ method statements for TVR/modification works.
• Coordinate inspection schedules and close first and final inspection checklists through the project portal.
• Escalate non-standard works or trade-related technical issues to the relevant engineers.
• Notify the QHSE team of unsafe works or site practices.
• Coordinate with the BMS team for utility meter commissioning.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship, quality, reliability and client satisfaction throughout project delivery.

Candidate Profile:

• Mechanical Building Services
• First Fix & Final Inspections
• Authority Approvals & Drawing Review
• BMS / Utility Meter Coordination
• QHSE and Site Compliance

Experience within commercial buildings, high-rise developments, mixed-use properties or Facilities Management environments would be highly relevant.