Senior Resident Engineer - MEP

Candu Energy; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Candu Energy seeks a Senior Resident Engineer - MEP to lead on-site delivery of Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing works on large-scale Saudi projects. You will supervise contractors, coordinate interfaces, ensure compliance with drawings, specs, codes and safety requirements, and drive handover readiness.

The role requires 20+ years in MEP design and construction, with at least 5 years as a Resident Engineer on major KSA projects; PE/CEng and PMP are preferred, along with GCC experience and

Qualifications

• 20+ years of professional experience in MEP design, construction supervision, and project delivery.
• At least 5 years in a Resident Engineer or Senior MEP supervisory role on major projects in KSA.
• Experience with large-scale developments (commercial, mixed-use, healthcare, hospitality, infrastructure).
• PMC/Engineering Consultancy background overseeing contractors on behalf of clients.
• Strong regulatory knowledge of Saudi construction practices and requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead site-based MEP construction activities from mobilization through testing, commissioning and handover.
• Ensure MEP installations comply with approved drawings, specs, local regulations, and international standards.
• Monitor construction progress and resolve technical, commercial and execution challenges.
• Review contractor methodologies, work plans, material submissions, shop drawings and commissioning procedures.
• Ensure coordination between MEP systems and other disciplines (civil, structural, architectural, infrastructure).
• Provide technical leadership across HVAC, electrical power, ELV, plumbing, fire protection, and utilities.
• Review design modifications, RFIs, value engineering proposals and construction change requests.
• Oversee testing, commissioning and handover documentation and close-out.

Skills

HVAC systems

Electrical power distribution

ELV and ICT systems

Fire protection and life safety

Plumbing and drainage

Building Management Systems (BMS)

Testing, commissioning, and handover

Site supervision

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Master's Degree (advantageous)

Professional Engineer (PE) or CEng

PMP certification preferred

Membership in professional bodies (CIBSE, IMechE, IEEE, IET, ASHRAE, PMI)

Job description

Job Description

Overview

The Senior Resident Engineer - MEP will act as the senior on-site representative for all Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) works, ensuring delivery in accordance with project specifications, quality standards, contractual requirements, and applicable Saudi codes and regulations. The role involves managing contractors, supervising site activities, coordinating multidisciplinary interfaces, and ensuring projects are successfully delivered within schedule, budget, quality, and safety objectives. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership across large-scale building, infrastructure, mixed-use, transportation, aviation, healthcare, hospitality, or industrial developments and serve as the key liaison between the Client, Design Consultants, Contractors, and Authorities.

Your role

Project Delivery & Site Supervision

Lead and oversee all site-based MEP construction activities from mobilization through testing, commissioning, and handover.

Ensure MEP installations comply with approved drawings, specifications, local regulations, and international standards.

Monitor construction progress and proactively identify and resolve technical, commercial, and execution challenges.

Review contractor methodologies, work plans, material submissions, shop drawings, and commissioning procedures.

Ensure coordination between MEP systems and other disciplines including civil, structural, architectural, and infrastructure works.

Engineering & Technical Leadership

Provide expert technical guidance on HVAC, electrical power systems, ELV systems, plumbing, fire protection, and utility infrastructure.

Review design modifications, technical queries (RFIs), value engineering proposals, and construction change requests.

Lead technical reviews and drive effective resolution of site-related engineering issues.

Ensure constructability reviews and design compliance throughout project execution.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

Verify that all MEP works meet project quality requirements and applicable standards.

Conduct inspections, audits, and witness testing activities.

Review inspection requests, NCRs, corrective actions, and quality reports.

Ensure contractor compliance with quality management systems and approved procedures.

Testing, Commissioning & Handover

Oversee testing and commissioning activities for all MEP systems.

Monitor integrated system testing and operational readiness programs.

Review and approve commissioning documentation, O&M manuals, training records, and handover packages.

Support successful project close-out and client acceptance.

Contract Administration

Monitor contractor performance against contractual obligations.

Review progress reports, claims, variations, and extension-of-time submissions.

Support commercial and contractual discussions related to MEP works.

Ensure effective risk identification and mitigation throughout project delivery.

Health, Safety & Environmental Management

Promote a strong safety culture across all project stakeholders.

Ensure compliance with project HSE requirements and Saudi regulatory standards.

Lead safety inspections and support incident investigations when required.

Monitor contractor adherence to environmental and sustainability requirements.

Stakeholder Management

Act as the primary site representative for all MEP matters.

Coordinate with clients, contractors, consultants, utility providers, and government authorities.

Chair progress, coordination, technical, and commissioning meetings.

Prepare executive-level reports highlighting progress, risks, and mitigation strategies.

About you

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or a related discipline.

Master's Degree is advantageous.

Professional Engineer (PE), CEng, or equivalent professional registration.

PMP certification preferred.

Membership of recognized professional institutions (CIBSE, IMechE, IEEE, IET, ASHRAE, PMI, etc.).

Previous experience working in Saudi Arabia or the GCC region.

Experience within a PMC/Engineering Consultancy environment overseeing contractors on behalf of clients.

Professional Experience

Minimum 20 years of professional experience in MEP design, construction supervision, and project delivery.

At least 5 years in a Resident Engineer or Senior MEP supervisory role on major projects in KSA.

Proven experience with large-scale developments such as:

• Commercial and mixed-use developments
• Social and Educational developments
• High-rise developments
• Related infrastructure

Technical Expertise

Comprehensive knowledge of:

• HVAC systems
• Electrical power distribution systems
• Substations and utility interfaces
• ELV and ICT systems
• Fire protection and life safety systems
• Plumbing and drainage systems
• Building Management Systems (BMS)
• Testing, commissioning, and handover processes

Regulatory Knowledge

Strong understanding of Saudi Arabian construction practices and regulatory requirements