Construction Manager - MEP (PMC Background)

slihrms; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Life insurance coverage

Medical insurance

Annual leave balance

Company gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus program

Annual flight contribution

Transportation & housing allowances

Employee Wellbeing Program

Job summary

slihrms is seeking an experienced MEP Construction Manager with a strong PMC background to oversee planning, coordination, execution, and delivery of all MEP works on a major infrastructure project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. You will represent the Client/PMC team and ensure safety, schedule, and budget objectives are met across complex multidisciplinary interfaces.

You will lead MEP construction activities, review contractor submissions, apply international codes and Saudi regulations, and

Qualifications

• 15+ years in MEP construction and project management.
• 8+ years in a PMC/Consultancy role on major infrastructure giga-projects.
• Experience managing USD 500M+ projects.
• Prior experience in Saudi Arabia is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all MEP construction activities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor contractor performance, progress, productivity, and compliance with contractual obligations.
• Ensure execution of MEP works aligns with drawings, specs, quality standards, and milestones.
• Coordinate interfaces between MEP systems, civil works, structures, utilities, and other disciplines.
• Review and approve contractor submissions, shop drawings, material submittals, and method statements.
• Support claims evaluation, variation reviews, and dispute resolution related to MEP works.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Contractual awareness

Decision making

Multidisciplinary coordination

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical/Electrical/Building Services

Master's degree desirable

Professional engineering registration

Tools

Primavera P6

Aconex

BIM platforms

Digital construction management systems

Job description

Job Description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced MEP Construction Manager with a strong PMC background to oversee the planning, coordination, execution, and delivery of all Mechanical, Electrical, and Public Health (MEP) works on a large-scale infrastructure project in Riyadh, KSA. The successful candidate will represent the Client/PMC team and be responsible for ensuring that all MEP construction activities are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with project specifications, international standards, and local authority requirements. The role requires extensive experience managing multidisciplinary contractors across complex infrastructure environments.

Your role

Construction Management

• Lead and manage all MEP construction activities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor contractor performance, progress, productivity, and compliance with contractual obligations.
• Ensure execution of MEP works aligns with approved drawings, technical specifications, quality standards, and project milestones.
• Coordinate interfaces between MEP systems, civil works, structures, utilities, and other project disciplines.
• Review and validate construction methodologies, work sequences, and installation plans.

PMC / Client Representation

• Act as the Client's representative in all MEP-related matters.
• Provide technical guidance and recommendations to the Project Director and senior leadership team.
• Review and approve contractor submissions, shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, and testing procedures.
• Participate in commercial, contractual, and technical discussions with contractors and stakeholders.
• Support claims evaluation, variation reviews, and dispute resolution related to MEP works.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with applicable international codes, Saudi regulations, project specifications, and HSE requirements.
• Lead inspections, audits, and quality reviews throughout construction and commissioning phases.
• Identify construction risks and implement mitigation strategies to maintain project objectives.
• Ensure all installation and testing activities meet approved quality standards.

Stakeholder Management

• Coordinate with client representatives, consultants, contractors, utility providers, and government authorities.
• Lead MEP progress meetings and interface coordination workshops.
• Prepare executive reports and presentations highlighting progress, key risks, and mitigation plans.

Testing & Commissioning

• Oversee MEP testing, commissioning, integrated systems testing, and final handover activities.
• Ensure defects are identified, tracked, and resolved before project completion.
• Review operation and maintenance manuals, training programs, and asset handover documentation.

Health, Safety & Environment

• Promote a strong safety culture across all project activities.
• Monitor contractor compliance with HSE policies and project safety requirements.
• Support incident investigations and implementation of corrective actions where required.

About you

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or related discipline.
• Master's Degree is desirable.
• Professional engineering registration or chartership preferred.

Experience

• Minimum 15+ years of overall experience in MEP construction and project management.
• Minimum 8+ years in a PMC/Consultancy role on major infrastructure giga-project developments.
• Proven experience managing large multidisciplinary contractors on projects valued in excess of USD 500 million.
• Prior experience in within Saudi Arabia is mandatory.

Technical Expertise

• HVAC Systems
• Power Distribution Systems
• Substations and Electrical Infrastructure
• ELV Systems
• Fire Protection and Fire Alarm Systems
• Water Supply and Drainage Systems
• Pumping Stations and Utility Networks
• SCADA and Building Management Systems (BMS)
• Infrastructure Utility Coordination
• Familiarity with Saudi Building Code (SBC), SEC requirements, Civil Defense regulations, and major Saudi infrastructure standards.
• Experience using Primavera P6, Aconex, BIM platforms, and digital construction management systems.

Leadership Competencies

• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Excellent leadership and team management capabilities.
• Ability to drive contractor performance and project delivery.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Commercial and contractual awareness within FIDIC-based contracts.
• Experience working in multicultural and fast-paced project environments.

Rewards & benefits

• Tax-free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual leave balance.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Transportation & housing allowances.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal mat