HVAC Engineer Lead

Dhani Loans and Services (DLSL); Gurugram District; On-site; INR 5,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Dhani Loans and Services (DLSL) in Gurgaon seeks an HVAC Engineer Lead with 15+ years of experience to drive planning and design of large-scale HVAC systems for high-profile developments. You will optimize lifecycle costs, lead sustainability initiatives, and ensure seamless project execution from concept to handover.

Responsibilities include leading engineering teams, coordinating with Architecture, PM, Procurement, and Cost Estimation, reviewing external MEP designs, and ensuring compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related technical discipline.
• Minimum 15 years of robust MEP/HVAC engineering experience with a premium real estate developer.
• Deep knowledge of standards and codes (ASHRAE, SMACNA, NFPA) and familiarity with BIM/AutoCAD workflows.
• Leadership, communication, and vendor management capabilities with mentoring ability.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering design and value engineering of complex HVAC systems.
• Establish design guidelines for high-rise, commercial, and retail spaces.
• Review designs from external MEP consultants for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Coordinate with Architecture, Project Management, Procurement, and Cost Estimation teams.
• Oversee TAB and commissioning phases and ensure quality during handover.
• Drive sustainability initiatives and BIM/AutoCAD workflows (LEED/IGBC/BREEAM).

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Vendor management

Mentoring juniors

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

BIM

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Title:HVAC Engineer Lead
Experience: 15+ Years
Industry: Real Estate Development
Project Portfolio: High-Rise Residential, Commercial, and Retail Developments
Location: Gurgaon

Job Purpose

We are seeking a highly accomplished HVAC Engineer with over 15 years of experience to lead the planning, design of large-scale HVAC systems across our landmark portfolio. You will leverage your extensive background working directly with a real estate developer to optimize system life-cycle costs, drive sustainability initiatives, and ensure seamless project execution from conception to handover.

Key ResponsibilitiesDesign & Engineering Management

• Lead the engineering, conceptualization, and value engineering of complex HVAC systems (Chilled Water Systems, VRF, DX, Ventilation, and Smoke Extraction).
• Establish strict engineering design guidelines and performance standards for high-rise residential, commercial office, and retail spaces.
• Oversee and review technical designs, schematics, and calculations provided by external MEP consultants to ensure efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Developer Operations & Stakeholder Coordination

• Collaborate closely with internal Architecture, Project Management, Procurement, and Cost Estimation teams to ensure seamless multi-disciplinary integration.
• Manage relations with external MEP consultants, contractors, and local authorities to secure necessary building compliance and approvals.
• Drive value-engineering workshops to optimize capital expenditures (CAPEX) and operational expenditures (OPEX) without compromising quality.

Project Execution & Quality Assurance

• Conduct periodic site inspections to audit installation quality, resolve complex technical issues, and monitor progress against milestones.
• Supervise testing, adjusting, balancing (TAB), and final commissioning phases for complex HVAC infrastructure.
• Review contract documents, technical specifications, and tender documents to support the procurement team in vendor selection.

Sustainability & Innovation

• Integrate energy-efficient solutions and green building practices (e.g., LEED, IGBC, BREEAM) into all project designs.
• Evaluate emerging HVAC technologies, automation systems (BMS), and smart building features to keep projects ahead of market standards.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related technical discipline from A-grade institute.
• Experience: Minimum 15 years of robust experience in MEP/HVAC engineering, with a substantial portion spent working directly with a premium Real Estate Developer.
• Asset Expertise: Proven track record delivering high-rise residential towers, grade-A commercial office buildings, and large-scale retail malls.
• Technical Proficiency: Deep knowledge of standards and codes (ASHRAE, SMACNA, NFPA, local building codes) and familiarity with BIM/AutoCAD workflows.
• Leadership: Exceptional communication, negotiation, and vendor management capabilities, with a proven ability to mentor junior engineers.