Senior Project Manager - MEP (M3)

Mace; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction consultancy in the UAE seeks a Senior Design Manager to oversee MEP services in large residential projects. Responsibilities include managing the MEP team, ensuring quality delivery, and building strong client relationships. Candidates should possess a degree in a relevant field and have experience in the UAE. The role promises competitive compensation within an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working in the United Arab Emirates is essential for client approval.
• SMSTS and CSCS card required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the MEP team with professionalism and clear direction.
• Accountable for MEP delivery, including quality and commissioning.
• Build strong relationships with clients and internal teams.
• Drive commissioning strategies using Mace standards.
• Promote continuous improvement and team development.

Skills

Client relationship management

MEP delivery management

Leadership

Risk management

Education

Degree qualification in relevant field

Job description

Overview

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.

The project : Large residential masterplan community consisting of villas, townhouses and all associated infrastructure.

Senior design manager is accountable for the delivery of MEP services on projects to the agreed outcomes for time, budget, safety and quality requirements.

Ensures high-quality, time-efficient and profitable delivery, whilst providing leadership and accountability for compliance, governance, assurance and management of teams of technical and construction.

Builds and retains key working relationships with colleagues and internal and external stakeholders.

You’ll be responsible for :

• Manages the MEP team with professionalism, providing clear direction and ensuring alignment with Mace standards.
• Accountable for MEP delivery, including programme, health & safety, quality, and commissioning.
• Builds strong relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams.
• Manages tendering processes, offering technical and commercial support to bids and leadership.
• Defines procurement strategies and ensures packages are aligned with scope and budget.
• Reviews contracts and scopes, supporting budgeting, scheduling, and commercial issue resolution.
• Implements strategic project plans aligned with Mace priorities like C2P, commissioning, and safety.
• Oversees design reviews, ensuring compliance, coordination, and sustainability (carbon / energy).
• Coordinates delivery strategies, considering milestones, logistics, and sequencing.
• Drives commissioning strategies using Mace standards, including IST, ATPs, and soft landings.
• Uses digital tools to assess productivity, track progress, and identify risks or delays.
• Manages project close-out, ensuring high-quality delivery of commissioning, O&M manuals, and training.
• Identifies and mitigates risks, ensuring proactive planning and resolution.
• Promotes continuous improvement, sharing lessons learned and driving innovation.
• Provides leadership and coaching and supporting team development.

Qualifications

• Experience working in the United Arab Emirates is essential for client approval.
• SMSTS and CSCS card.
• Degree qualification in relevant field.

Our values

Safety first - Going home safe and well : We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise : We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.

Integrity - Always do the right thing : We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel : We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

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