Senior project engineer

SAU2 Carrier Saudi Service Company Ltd.; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrier Saudi Service Company Ltd. seeks a Senior Project Engineer to lead HVAC and mechanical replacement and retrofit projects from site assessment through commissioning and handover.

You will ensure alignment with technical requirements, budgets, and schedules while safeguarding safety and quality standards. With a strong background in HVAC systems, you will manage RFQ preparation, BOQ development, supplier coordination, and client communications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and 10+ years in HVAC projects.
• Experience with equipment replacement, retrofit, and existing-facility projects.
• Strong site survey, RFQ, BOQ, and scope development experience.
• Ability to coordinate with clients, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site surveys for HVAC and mechanical replacement projects and define the scope of work.
• Prepare RFQs with scope of work, BOQs, technical requirements, drawings, and site data.
• Coordinate with suppliers and subcontractors for quotations and technical evaluation.
• Manage projects from assessment to handover, monitoring schedule, cost and quality.
• Review submittals, equipment selections, and safety/quality compliance.
• Coordinate with clients and internal teams to resolve site issues and risks.
• Prepare progress reports, variations, and technical documentation for closeout.

Skills

Project management

HVAC systems

RFQ preparation

Site surveys

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Senior Project Engineer

About Carrier Carrier is a global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety, and sustainability to buildings and communities. Join our team and contribute to delivering high-quality HVAC and mechanical solutions that meet our customers’ evolving needs.

About the Role As a Senior Project Engineer, you will manage HVAC and mechanical replacement and retrofit projects from initial site assessment and RFQ preparation through procurement, execution, testing and commissioning, and final handover. You will ensure projects are delivered in accordance with technical requirements, agreed schedules, budgets, quality standards, and customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct site surveys for HVAC and mechanical replacement projects, verify existing conditions, identify technical requirements, and define the required scope of work.
• Prepare comprehensive Requests for Quotation (RFQs), including scope of work, Bill of Quantities (BOQs), technical requirements, drawings, and relevant site information.
• Coordinate with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain and evaluate technically compliant and commercially competitive quotations.
• Manage assigned projects throughout the project lifecycle, from initial site assessment and procurement to execution, testing and commissioning, snag clearance, and final handover.
• Review technical submittals, quotations, equipment and material selections, method statements, and subcontractor proposals to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, suppliers, subcontractors, and internal teams to resolve technical challenges and site-related issues.
• Monitor project schedules, costs, quality, safety, material deliveries, and site progress, proactively identifying potential delays, risks, and commercial impacts.
• Prepare project reports, progress updates, variation requests, and supporting technical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable technical standards, contractual requirements, company procedures, and health and safety requirements.
• Coordinate project closeout activities, including commissioning, snag resolution, and final handover documentation.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in mechanical and HVAC projects, preferably involving equipment replacement, retrofit, and existing-facility projects.
• Strong experience in site surveys, HVAC equipment replacement, RFQ preparation, BOQ and scope development, technical evaluation, and project execution.
• Good knowledge of HVAC systems, including chillers, air handling units (AHUs), fan coil units (FCUs), packaged units, pumps, piping, ductwork, controls, and associated mechanical works.
• Proven experience coordinating with clients, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Ability to independently manage multiple projects through testing and commissioning, snag closure, and final handover.
• Strong project planning, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to prepare technical documentation, project reports, and project progress records.

At Carrier, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where our people can grow, innovate, and make a meaningful impact. Join us and contribute to delivering innovative, reliable, and energy-efficient climate solutions for our customers.

Carrier is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

At Carrier we make modern life possible by delivering groundbreaking systems and services that help homes, buildings and shipping become safer, smarter and more sustainable. We exceed the expectations of our customers by anticipating industry trends, working tirelessly to master and revolutionize them. Our team of approximately 56,000 dedicated individuals continues to mold industry standards by pursuing the latest research and developments to improve the lives of our customers. We’re constantly growing, seeking out talented, likeminded people who are committed to our primary duty: to be the world’s first choice in security, shipping and HVAC technology.