Job Purpose:

The job holder will oversee and manage the MEP engineering design, delivery, and handover of Hospitality projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Construction phase:

• Manage the Engineering MEP submissions (shop drawings and material submittals) during the construction phase and ensure completion as per schedule.

• Undertake site visits to monitor and control the quality of MEP installation work at site to deliver world class standards and quality.

• Monitor and direct consultant to close out of all Request for Information (RFI’s) raised by contractors during construction phase to facilitate clear communication and timely resolution of all contractor inquiries.

• Monitor and control systems Testing & Commissiong of all MEP systems related components through efficient testing and commissioning procedures to verify the proper functioning and performance of all MEP systems.

• Monitor and manage as necessary the MEP systems handing over to Authorities to ensure a seamless and compliant handover of MEP systems to the Authorities.

• Track MEP related issues, root causes, and corrective actions recommended / taken to ensure closure in a timely manner; and ensure the Department Head and other executive management, as appropriate, are informed of significant issues that may jeopardize the achievement of the project’s time/budget.

Design phase:

• Participate in the appointment of the MEP consultant and Issue the Engineering scope of services based on project brief; ensuring a clear and aligned project vision through a well-defined scope of services document.

• Monitor and direct the consultant to develop innovative, sustainable, and optimized MEP system designs from concept to tender stage ensuring delivery of high-quality, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly MEP system designs that meet project requirements.

• Review the MEP consultant MEP deliverables in all design stages and organize regular design workshops for comments close out within schedule.

• Propose appropriate due diligence Value Engineering options for MEP systems to meet the project budget.

• Ensure that the Issue for Construction (IFC) drawings have been coordinated and in compliance with Authorities regulations.

• Involve in the tender evaluation process by working closely with consultants to answer tender queries and make suitable modifications during the tendering phase.

• Monitor the consultants and contractor’s performance on site and ensure compliance with project requirements, quality, time and cost.

• Keep abreast of industry trends, methodologies, tools and best practices in MEP design.

Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering; master’s degree preferred

• Knowledge in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)

Experience:

• Minimum 4-6 years of relevant experience

Job Specific Skills:

• Proficiency in mechanical design software and tools, CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD), and designing mechanical systems and components.

• Expert in materials and their properties, including the ability to select appropriate materials for specific mechanical applications.

• Proficiency in thermodynamics principles and heat transfer mechanisms, especially for applications in mechanical systems.

• Team Leadership-Ability to lead and manage mechanical design teams, set project goals, and motivate team members.

• Proficiency in project management methodologies, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.

• Strong communication skills to convey technical information clearly to team members, stakeholders, and clients.

• Conflict Resolution

• Decision-Making

• Ability to engage and collaborate with stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and regulatory authorities.

• Skill in negotiating with suppliers, contractors, and other parties to successfully achieve the job description KPIs

• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.

• Effective time management and organizational skills to prioritize tasks and meet project deadlines.