MEP Construction Manager Data Centre

WSP; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Middle East is seeking an experienced MEP Construction Manager for a significant data centre project located in the Riyadh region. The role demands extensive oversight of construction delivery including MEP system integration from start to finish. Candidates should have over 15 years of experience, particularly with data centre projects, and possess strong supervisory skills.

This full-time position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and emphasizes adherence to quality, safety, and compliance protocols, ensuring operational readiness of MEP systems upon handover.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in MEP construction management, particularly with data centre or mission-critical projects.
• Proven supervisory skills in large-scale construction projects.
• Familiarity with electrical, mechanical, HVAC, ELV, and ICT systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead site supervision of MEP works across project phases.
• Monitor contractor performance and adherence to specifications.
• Ensure compliance with quality assurance processes.

Skills

Construction supervision

MEP systems knowledge

Stakeholder coordination

QA/QC adherence

Health & Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

WSP Middle East is seeking an experienced MEP Construction Manager- (Data Centre) to support the delivery of a large-scale data centre project in the Riyadh region.

This is a site-based supervision role, focused on overseeing construction delivery, ensuring quality, compliance, and coordination of all MEP systems from mobilisation through commissioning and handover. This is a full-time site-based role, with the project located approximately 80 km from Riyadh. Regular on-site presence is required.

Responsibilities

Construction Management & Supervision

• Lead day-to-day site supervision of MEP works across all project phases
• Monitor contractor performance, progress, and adherence to project specifications
• Ensure construction activities are executed in line with approved drawings and standards

Technical Oversight (MEP & Mission Critical Systems)

• Review and approve shop drawings, method statements, and material submissions
• Oversee installation of MEP systems including electrical, mechanical, HVAC, ELV, and ICT
• Ensure compliance with mission‑critical design requirements (uptime, redundancy, resilience)

Stakeholder Coordination

• Act as the key interface between client, EPC contractor, consultants, and internal teams
• Support resolution of technical and site-related issues
• Attend coordination and progress meetings, providing structured updates

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to QA/QC processes and inspection protocols
• Verify works comply with project specifications, international standards, and local regulations
• Support testing, commissioning, and system validation activities

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

• Promote a strong safety culture across site activities
• Ensure compliance with WSP and client HSE policies and procedures
• Monitor safe execution of works

Programme & Reporting

• Track progress against schedule and highlight delays/risks
• Provide regular reports to project leadership
• Support mitigation planning and corrective actions

Commissioning & Handover

• Oversee commissioning of all MEP systems
• Ensure operational readiness aligned with data centre performance requirements
• Support final handover and close-out documentation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• 15+ years of experience, with strong exposure to data centre / mission‑critical projects
• Proven experience in construction supervision / site-based roles
• Strong understanding of MEP systems and data centre infrastructure (power, cooling, ICT)
• Experience with EPC contractors and large-scale developments
• Prior experience in the Middle East, preferably Saudi Arabia