MEP Engineering Manager - KSA (Riyadh)

Role Purpose

Lead all MEP engineering activities across project lifecycle—from design review, redesign, and technical evaluation to construction engineering support—for major building and infrastructure projects. Ensure that Mechanical and Electrical systems are engineered, coordinated, and executed in full compliance with project specifications, authority requirements, and contractor execution methodologies.

Key Responsibilities

1. Design Review & Technical Governance

• Review, validate, and comment on MEP design drawings, IFC drawings, specifications, and engineering reports.
• Identify design gaps, propose value engineering solutions, and lead redesigns where required.
• Ensure designs meet project specifications, authority regulations, international codes (ASHRAE, NFPA, NEC, SMACNA, IPC, etc.).
• Coordinate with consultants to close all design comments, RFIs, and ensure timely approval cycles.

2. Engineering Calculations & Technical Validation

• Perform and verify Mechanical & Electrical engineering calculations, including:
• HVAC load calculations
• ESP, pump sizing, chilled water network calculations
• Firefighting hydraulic calculations
• Electrical load schedules & SLD review
• Cable sizing & voltage drop
• Short circuit calculations and protection coordination
• Validate shop drawings, material selections, and system capacities for compliance and constructability.

3. MEP Coordination & Constructability Review

• Coordinate multi‑discipline interfaces between mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire, ELV, civil and architectural trades.
• Ensure all MEP systems are coordinated in BIM / CAD and aligned with structural openings, façade, fit‑out and utility routes.
• Resolve site technical challenges, propose alternative solutions, and support construction teams with technical clarifications.

4. Engineering Deliverables Management

• Manage preparation and approval of:
• Shop drawings
• Method statements
• Material Submittals (MIRs)
• Technical datasheets
• As‑built drawings
• Ensure all deliverables follow contract requirements, QA/QC procedures, and authority standards.

5. Procurement & Vendor Engineering

• Review and approve vendor technical submissions, equipment datasheets, and compliance matrices.
• Evaluate long‑lead items and ensure engineering readiness for procurement.
• Coordinate with suppliers for engineering integration of mechanical and electrical systems.

6. Construction Support & Site Technical Oversight

• Provide direct engineering support to site teams for installation, testing & commissioning.
• Lead resolution of NCRs, site observations, design conflicts, and change requests.
• Support planning and sequencing of MEP works to achieve construction milestones.

7. Authority Approvals & Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with local authority standards and manage technical submissions to entities such as:
• Municipality
• Civil Defence
• Electricity & Water Authorities
• Telecom and Utility Providers
• Manage final system approvals, inspections, and handover documentation.

8. Leadership & Team Management

• Lead a team of discipline engineers (Mechanical, Electrical, ELV, Fire, Plumbing).
• Establish engineering workflows, procedures, and quality standards.
• Provide mentoring, technical guidance, and ensure strong communication across disciplines.