Senior Mechanical Lead (MEP)
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About the Role
Swiss MEP Electromechanical Contracting seeks a Senior Mechanical Lead to oversee mechanical engineering activities for MEP projects including HVAC, plumbing, and fire fighting. The role involves managing design reviews, site execution, technical coordination, and ensuring project delivery within budget and standards.
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Responsibilities
- Lead the mechanical engineering team across multiple MEP projects
- Plan, organize, and monitor all mechanical construction activities to ensure timely project delivery
- Provide technical guidance and leadership to mechanical engineers, foremen, supervisors, and subcontractors
- Review and approve mechanical designs, shop drawings, material submittals, and method statements
- Ensure compliance with project specifications, contract requirements, local authority regulations, and international standards
- Oversee installation of HVAC, Plumbing, Drainage, Fire Fighting, and Mechanical Equipment systems
- Coordinate with electrical, civil, architectural, and other disciplines to ensure smooth project execution
- Lead testing, balancing, commissioning, and handover activities for all mechanical systems
- Act as primary technical point of contact for clients, consultants, and project stakeholders
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Minimum 10 15 years of experience in MEP projects
- At least 5 years in a senior leadership or lead mechanical engineering role
- Proven experience in large scale commercial, residential, hospitality, healthcare, industrial, or mixed use developments
- UAE/GCC experience is highly preferred
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Role Overview
- The Senior Mechanical Lead is responsible for leading and overseeing all mechanical engineering activities related to MEP projects, including HVAC, Plumbing, Drainage, Fire Fighting, and associated mechanical systems.
- The role involves managing design reviews, site execution, technical coordination, quality compliance, testing & commissioning, and ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with client requirements and industry standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the mechanical engineering team across multiple MEP projects.
- Plan, organize, and monitor all mechanical construction activities to ensure timely project delivery.
- Provide technical guidance and leadership to mechanical engineers, foremen, supervisors, and subcontractors.
- Ensure efficient utilization of manpower, materials, and equipment.
- Participate in project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.
- Review and approve mechanical designs, shop drawings, material submittals, and method statements.
- Ensure compliance with project specifications, contract requirements, local authority regulations, and international standards.
- Oversee installation of HVAC, Plumbing, Drainage, Fire Fighting, and Mechanical Equipment systems.
- Resolve complex technical issues arising during project execution.
- Coordinate design changes and engineering solutions with consultants and clients.
- Monitor site progress and ensure mechanical works are executed according to approved drawings and project schedules.
- Coordinate with electrical, civil, architectural, and other disciplines to ensure smooth project execution.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- Master's Degree is an advantage.
- Professional certifications related to HVAC, MEP, Project Management, or Quality Management are preferred.
Experience
- Minimum 10–15 years of experience in MEP projects.
- At least 5 years in a senior leadership or lead mechanical engineering role.
- Proven experience in large scale commercial, residential, hospitality, healthcare, industrial, or mixed use developments.
- UAE/GCC experience is highly preferred.
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