Mep Head

NG Estates; Chandigarh; On-site; INR 4,500,000 - 6,500,000; Full time

Job summary

NG Estates is seeking an experienced Head MEP to lead the MEP function for residential real estate projects. You will oversee planning, design coordination, execution, quality, testing and commissioning, and maintenance of MEP services, ensuring delivery per approved designs, timelines, and standards.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in MEP engineering and residential projects, with demonstrated leadership and ability to coordinate with architects, contractors, and authorities.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in MEP engineering and project management.
• Strong experience in Residential Real Estate projects.
• Proven experience managing MEP design coordination and site execution.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, firefighting, electrical, ELV, water treatment, and associated MEP systems.
• Experience coordinating contractors, consultants, vendors, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong testing, commissioning, snagging, and project handover knowledge.
• Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and project-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Review MEP plans and design documents to meet project requirements.
• Lead planning, design review, coordination, and execution of all MEP services.
• Coordinate HVAC, plumbing, electrical, ELV, and related systems.
• Oversee day-to-day MEP activities across residential projects.
• Monitor contractors to ensure work per drawings and schedules.
• Ensure quality inspections and commissioning are completed.
• Manage MEP consultants, contractors, and vendors.
• Lead final MEP handover and documentation.

Skills

MEP Design Coordination

Site Execution

Residential Real Estate

HVAC

Plumbing

Electrical Systems

Leadership

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Head MEP to lead the MEP function for residential real estate projects. The candidate will be responsible for the overall planning, design coordination, execution, quality, testing & commissioning, and maintenance of Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing (MEP) services, ensuring projects are delivered as per approved designs, specifications, timelines, quality standards, and statutory requirements.

The ideal candidate should have 10+ years of relevant experience in residential real estate projects, with strong project execution and team-management capabilities. Experience working on projects in hilly terrain will be preferred.

Key Responsibilities

1. MEP Design & Planning

• Review MEP plans, specifications, BOQs, and design documents in line with project requirements.
• Lead the planning, design review, coordination, and execution of all MEP services.
• Review and coordinate HVAC, plumbing, firefighting, electrical (HT/LT), ELV, building automation, water supply, drainage, STP, ETP, WTP, RO, DM plant, and related systems.
• Analyse engineering challenges and develop practical, cost-effective technical solutions.
• Review tender/design drawings and ensure compliance with project requirements and design intent.
• Prepare and review technical clarifications, design modifications, and site-specific solutions.

2. Project Execution & Site Management

• Oversee day-to-day MEP activities across residential projects.
• Monitor contractors and subcontractors to ensure execution as per approved drawings, specifications, method statements, and project schedules.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor quality, progress, workmanship, and compliance.
• Review contractor shop drawings and ensure coordination with architectural, structural, and other engineering disciplines.
• Monitor MEP activities against the approved construction schedule and highlight delays or risks to management.
• Identify site issues, deviations, and coordination conflicts and ensure timely resolution.

3. Contractor & Consultant Management

• Manage and coordinate MEP consultants, contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and site teams.
• Review contractor method statements, material submittals, technical proposals, and shop drawings.
• Evaluate proposed MEP subcontractors and vendors from a technical and execution perspective.
• Coordinate with architects, structural consultants, project managers, government authorities, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure effective coordination between MEP services and other project disciplines.

4. Quality, Testing & Commissioning

• Ensure MEP installations meet approved designs, specifications, quality standards, and applicable codes.
• Witness and review testing activities including:
• Piped system pressure testing
• HVAC duct leakage testing
• Electrical testing
• Mechanical system testing
• Final testing and commissioning
• Review testing and commissioning procedures, schedules, and results.
• Monitor and close MEP defects, snags, and non-conformities.
• Lead final MEP inspection and snagging before project handover.
• Review and approve/coordinate Operation & Maintenance (O&M) manuals and handover documentation.

5. Cost & Commercial Management

• Review MEP cost estimates, material proposals, and technical specifications.
• Provide technical inputs on variations, additional works, and contractor claims.
• Review MEP-related variable costs and advise management on their technical and commercial appropriateness.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimisation without compromising quality, performance, or safety.

6. Documentation & Compliance

• Ensure proper maintenance of MEP drawings, approvals, inspection reports, testing records, and project documentation.
• Coordinate with document controllers to maintain accurate MEP records.
• Ensure required statutory approvals, inspections, and documentation are completed as per project requirements.
• Participate in risk assessments/workshops and identify risks related to MEP installations and project execution.

7. Health & Safety

• Ensure MEP works are executed in accordance with project HSE requirements.
• Monitor site safety practices and report unsafe conditions or violations to management.
• Ensure corrective action is taken for any unsafe MEP installation or working practice.
• Stop or escape work where serious safety risks are identified.

8. Team Leadership & Management

• Lead and manage the MEP engineering and site team.
• Allocate responsibilities and monitor the performance of subordinate staff.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to MEP engineers, supervisors, and other team members.
• Conduct technical reviews and ensure timely resolution of project-related MEP issues.
• Prepare and deliver technical presentations to management and project stakeholders as required.

Candidate Profile

Essential:

• 10+ years of experience in MEP engineering/project management.
• Strong experience in Residential Real Estate projects.
• Proven experience managing MEP design coordination and site execution.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, firefighting, electrical, ELV, water treatment, and associated MEP systems.
• Experience in contractor, consultant, vendor, and multidisciplinary coordination.
• Strong knowledge of testing, commissioning, snagging, and project handover.
• Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and project-management skills.

Preferred:

• Experience with residential projects in hilly/mountainous terrain.
• Experience handling large-scale residential developments, townships, luxury housing, or similar projects.
• Experience dealing with challenging site conditions, complex MEP coordination, and infrastructure requirements in hill projects.