Sr. Site Mechanical Engineer

Engineering Consortium Consulting Engineers; Dubai; On-site; AED 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Engineering Consortium Consulting Engineers is seeking a Site Mechanical Engineer to supervise and coordinate on-site mechanical construction activities. You will review drawings, submittals, and method statements to ensure compliance with project requirements and international standards.

The role requires close coordination with civil, architectural, electrical teams and effective supervision of contractors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 10–12 years of relevant construction/site experience.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, firefighting, and mechanical building services.
• Experience in consultant-side supervision preferred.
• Familiarity with international standards and local authority requirements.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; knowledge of Revit MEP.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor mechanical construction activities on site (HVAC, plumbing, firefighting, drainage, and other systems).
• Review shop drawings, submittals, method statements, and specifications before and during installation.
• Coordinate mechanical works with civil, architectural, electrical, and other disciplines to avoid clashes.
• Monitor contractors and subcontractors to ensure works meet drawings and specs.
• Attend site meetings and coordinate with contractor, consultant, and client.

Skills

Strong communication

Coordination

Problem-solving

International standards knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

Job description

Job Summary
The Site Mechanical Engineer is responsible for supervising and coordinating mechanical construction activities on site, ensuring that all works are executed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, project requirements, and applicable standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and monitor all mechanical construction activities on site, including HVAC, plumbing, firefighting, drainage, and other mechanical systems.

• Review approved shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, and specifications before and during installation.

• Coordinate mechanical works with civil, architectural, electrical, and other disciplines to avoid clashes and ensure smooth progress.

• Monitor contractors and subcontractors to ensure works are completed according to approved drawings and project specifications.

• Conduct regular site inspections and identify any technical or quality issues.

• Review and respond to RFIs, technical submittals, inspection requests, and material submissions.

• Ensure that mechanical installations comply with relevant international standards, project specifications, and authority requirements.

• Coordinate and witness testing and commissioning of mechanical systems.

• Monitor project progress and report delays, technical issues, and site constraints to the Project Manager/Resident Engineer.

• Verify quantities and assist with reviewing contractors' progress claims where required.

• Ensure that all inspection and testing activities are properly documented.

• Coordinate with the QA/QC team regarding inspections, NCRs, and corrective actions.

• Review as-built drawings and ensure that site changes are properly recorded.

• Attend site meetings and technical coordination meetings with the contractor, consultant, and client.

• Ensure compliance with project HSE requirements and company procedures.

• Support the project team during testing, commissioning, handover, and close-out activities.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.

• Minimum 10–12 years of relevant construction/site experience, preferably in building or high-rise projects, villas project.

• Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, firefighting, and mechanical building services.

• Experience in consultant-side supervision is preferred.

• Good knowledge of approved drawings, specifications, method statements, and inspection procedures.

• Familiarity with relevant international standards and local authority requirements.

• Good communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD; knowledge of Revit MEP and other engineering software is an advantage.