LEAD - MEP Planning Engineer

Keka Technologies Private Limited; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 3,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Keka Technologies Private Limited is seeking a skilled Mechanical/Electrical Engineer with 8–12 years of hands-on experience to lead MEP planning and execution for data centre projects in Hyderabad.

You will oversee HVAC, PHE, fire protection, and integration with civil and IT systems, ensuring timely delivery, safety, and quality. The role requires strong coordination across multiple teams and vendors.

Qualifications

• Education: B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering; Diploma with strong site experience considered.
• 8–12 years of hands-on experience in MEP execution/commissioning, preferably in data centre or mission-critical facilities.
• Certifications such as Uptime Institute ATD, NEBOSH/IOSH and OEM commissioning certifications are preferred.
• Strong multi-discipline site coordination (civil, electrical, BMS, fire protection).

Responsibilities

• Lead site execution of precision cooling systems (CRAC/CRAH units), chillers, AHUs, piping, and ductwork per GA/P&ID/SLD drawings.
• Oversee PHE works: water supply, drainage systems, and plumbing fixtures for admin and support blocks.
• Coordinate false ceiling, duct routing, and interfaces with civil, electrical, and BMS teams to avoid clashes.
• Conduct quantity take-offs for ducting, piping, insulation, and fire protection BOM vs drawings/BOQ.
• Supervise installation of fire protection systems and NFPA-compliant components.
• Monitor daily progress against master schedule; prepare/update DPRs.
• Plan MEP activities, identify bottlenecks, guide planning team, conduct reviews.
• Coordinate across design, engineering, and site teams for alignment with objectives.

Skills

Contractor & subcontractor management

Project planning & progress monitoring

Leadership & coordination

MS Office

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

MS Project

Prime-Vira

Education

B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering

Diploma with strong site experience

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

MS Project

Prime-Vira

Job description

Mechanical / Electrical Engineer with 8-12 years hands on experience in leading the planning and executing of MEP services for medium to large scale Data Centre projects.

Experience:8-12 years of hands-on experience in Data Center / Critical Facility Operations & Maintenance

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead site execution of precision cooling systems (CRAC/CRAH units), chillers, AHUs, chilled water piping, and ductwork as per approved GA/P&ID/SLD drawings.
• Oversee PHE works: domestic water supply, sewage/drainage systems, and plumbing fixtures for admin and support blocks.
• Coordinate false ceiling, duct routing, and structural interfaces with civil, electrical, and BMS teams to avoid clashes and rework.
• Conduct quantity take-offs (QTO) for ducting, piping, insulation, and fire protection BOM against drawings and BOQ.
• Supervise installation of fire protection systems fire hydrant network, sprinklers, clean agent (FM-200/Novec 1230) systems, and FAPA/VESDA in line with NBC and TAC/NFPA norms.
• Monitor daily progress against the master schedule (Gantt/MSP); prepare and update Daily/Weekly Progress Reports (DPR).
• Expert in planning of MEP activities, identifying bottlenecks, guiding the site MEP planning team, daily progress reviews, weekly reviews.
• Ensure effective coordination across design, engineering, and site teams, maintaining alignment with project objectives and standards.
• Oversee site progress, quality, safety, and resource utilization, ensuring timely and efficient project delivery.
• Act as the key interface for clients, consultants, vendors, and contractors, driving resolution of technical and operational challenges.
• Oversee integration of MEP/EMS systems with civil and IT infrastructure for seamless project delivery.
• Strengthen project governance, reporting, and expediting processes, ensuring clear visibility and timely decision-making.
• Participate in daily and weekly review meetings, sharing clear updates and highlighting concerns
• Build and lead a high-performing team, focusing on capability development and a culture of accountability.
• Deliver projects with a strong focus on reliability, operational continuity, and long-term sustainability.
• Maintain and update trackers, dashboards, and progress reports for visibility.
• Focus on critical items and bottlenecks, ensuring timely closure through regular follow-ups.
• Support planning activities and lookahead schedules based on current site status.
• Ensure timely movement of documents, approvals, and key inputs required for execution.
• Provide regular MIS updates (daily/weekly/monthly) to management.
• Coordinate manufacturing and delivery schedules for CRAC/CRAH units, chillers, pumps, AHUs, and fire protection equipment with OEMs (e.g., Pennar Industries and similar vendors).
• Review vendor GA drawings, technical submittals, and QAP documents against project specifications and approve for construction.
• Coordinate FAT/inspection at vendor works for major mechanical equipment (chillers, CRAC units, pumps, fire pumps).
• Track subcontractor performance on HVAC, fire protection, and PHE packages; resolve field-level technical queries
• Plan and execute commissioning of HVAC systems including trial runs, air balancing (TAB), and performance testing of CRAC/CRAH units.
• Prepare and execute commissioning checklists across mechanical sub-systems (chilled water, ducting, fire protection, plumbing) covering the full equipment list and category-wise sign-off.
• Coordinate fire protection system testing: hydrant flow tests, sprinkler flushing, and clean-agent system discharge testing/simulation.
• Support Integrated Systems Testing (IST) by aligning mechanical system readiness with electrical and BMS commissioning timelines.
• Troubleshoot performance issues during trial runs and coordinate corrective actions with OEMs/contractors.

Safety

• Enforce EHS protocols, permit-to-work systems (hot work, confined space, LOTO), and PPE compliance during installation, pressure testing, and commissioning.

Required Qualifications

• Education: B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering (Diploma with strong site experience also considered)
• Experience: 812 years in MEP execution/commissioning, with at least 3-5 years specifically on data centre or other mission-critical facility projects
• Certifications (preferred): Uptime Institute ATD, NEBOSH/IOSH (safety), OEM commissioning certifications for HVAC/fire protection systems
• Strong multi-discipline site coordination (civil, electrical, BMS, fire protection)

Key Attributes

• Ability to read and cross-verify mechanical drawings against site conditions quickly
• Structured documentation habits (checklists, sign-off registers, QTOs)
• Comfortable managing multiple vendors and contractors under tight commissioning timelines
• Strong troubleshooting ability during trial runs and live system testing

Required Skills

• Contractor and subcontractor management.
• Project planning and progress monitoring.
• Strong communication, coordination, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office, AutoCAD, Revit MEP (optional).
• Knowledge of Planning, Scheduling, Tracking of MEP activities.
• Knowledge of MS Project and Prime-vira shall be added advantage for selection