Senior MEP Design Lead for Building Services

Northeast; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Technical Lead MEP to drive building services design for a regional portfolio. You will act as the technical lead, coordinating MEP with other disciplines and guiding project teams to deliver high‑quality outcomes.

The role requires proven leadership, strong communication, and a track record of managing client relationships and bids within the GCC. A Chartered status and GCC experience are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or building services. Master’s preferred.
• Chartered engineer with recognized professional registration.
• Proven leadership of large MEP design teams on complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead MEP design across projects with strong technical oversight.
• Coordinate design between MEP and other disciplines/internal teams.
• Manage client relationships and present project progress and proposals.
• Lead bids and help secure new work in the GCC region.
• Ensure designs are sound, meet client briefs, and deliverables are on track.

Skills

Leadership

MEP design

Client engagement

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or building services

Master's degree (advantage)

Chartered engineer (CIBSE or IMechE)

Job description

GHD in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Technical Lead MEP to drive building services design for a regional portfolio. You will act as the technical lead, coordinating MEP with other disciplines and guiding project teams to deliver high‑quality outcomes.

The role requires proven leadership, strong communication, and a track record of managing client relationships and bids within the GCC. A Chartered status and GCC experience are highly valued.