Vice President - M&E engineering - hotel project

Cornerstone Global Partners; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornerstone Global Partners is assisting a leading global hospitality group in hiring a VP-level MEP leader to deliver large-scale hotel projects in China from Hong Kong.

You will define global MEP standards, ensure compliance with GB standards and local authorities, and drive ESG through smart building tech. The role requires 20+ years in MEP with 10 in leadership in hospitality and Mandarin/Cantonese fluency preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Professional certification (PE/CEng) highly preferred.
• 20+ years in MEP engineering with at least 10 years in leadership in hospitality.
• Proven delivery of large-scale projects in China with GB standards and approvals.
• Deep knowledge of building automation, HVAC design, renewables, and MEP software.
• Fluency in Cantonese and Mandarin preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement global MEP standards, policies, and guidelines for consistency and brand excellence, especially in China.
• Serve as SME for all markets, ensuring compliance with local codes and regulations.
• Drive ESG initiatives through smart building tech and energy-efficient MEP systems.
• Oversee MEP design through final testing and commissioning with stakeholders.
• Manage budgets, schedules, and quality with HQ and Site PMs, ensuring compliance with tenders and regulatory standards.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Project oversight

Stakeholder management

ESG initiatives

Fluency in Cantonese & Mandarin

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

MEP software

Building automation systems

Job description

Our client is a leading global hospitality group, they are hiring a VP level to deliver large-scale hotel projects in China

The Role

You will serve as the subject matter expert for all markets, defining global MEP standards and ensuring every project meets local building codes, fire safety regulations, and environmental standards. You will work closely with the Engineering Division, Site Project Managers, Site MEP Teams, and Hotel Operations.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Project Oversight

Define and implement global MEP standards, policies, and technical guidelines to ensure consistency, efficiency, and brand excellence, especially in China

Serve as subject matter expert for all markets, ensuring projects meet local building codes, fire safety regulations, and environmental standards while managing relationships with local design institutes and government authorities.

Drive the group's ESG initiatives through smart building technologies, energy-efficient MEP systems, and waste reduction strategies.

Operational Excellence & Execution

Oversee the MEP design phase from concept through final testing and commissioning; review engineering plans, designs, drawings, specifications, and tenders with consultants, architects, authorities, vendors, and subcontractors, and coordinate value engineering initiatives with key stakeholders.

Oversee and monitor budgets, work schedules, and quality with HQ and Site Project Managers in compliance with tenders, compliance requirements, and regulatory standards.

Ensure MEP systems deliver maximum ROI through reduced operational costs and longevity.

Cultivate and manage relationships with global and local MEP consultants, contractors, and technology partners.

Critical Skills and Experience

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering; professional engineering certification (PE, CEng, or equivalent) highly preferred.

Minimum 20+ years of experience in MEP engineering, with at least 10 years in a leadership capacity within the global or regional hospitality sector.

Extensive, proven track record delivering large-scale projects in China, including deep familiarity with local building codes (GB standards) and government approval processes.

Significant experience managing the technical complexities inherent in high-end mixed-use developments.

Deep understanding of building automation systems, HVAC design, renewable energy integration, and modern MEP software.

Fluency in Cantonese & Mandarin highly preferred.

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Hong Kong? How would you rate your Cantonese language skills?