Head of MEP (Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing) in Saudi Arabia

Head of MEP in Saudi Arabia

Location: Makkah, Saudi ArabiaOur client is a well-established Saudi real estate development and main contracting company with a strong track record in large-scale high-rise, hospitality, mixed-use and commercial developments.The company is embarking on a major new development in Makkah and is seeking an experienced, internationally minded Head of MEP to lead the complete MEP delivery function.Executive MEP Leadership | Major Hospitality Development | 5-Year ContractThe successful candidate will assume strategic and technical responsibility for all Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, ELV and Building Services disciplines across the project.The OpportunityAs Head of MEP, you will lead the MEP function from design review and technical coordination through construction, testing, commissioning and final handover.You will work closely with project leadership, consultants, contractors, specialist subcontractors and hotel operators to ensure that all systems meet the required technical, quality, safety and operational standards.The scope of the role covers HVAC, electrical distribution, fire protection, plumbing, ELV, BMS and commissioning.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide overall strategic and technical leadership for all MEP disciplines.Lead MEP delivery from design review through construction, testing, commissioning and final handover.Manage MEP consultants, contractors, suppliers and specialist subcontractors.Review and approve shop drawings, material submittals, technical specifications and value-engineering proposals.Coordinate HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, ELV, BMS and associated building services with architectural and structural disciplines.Monitor construction progress and resolve technical issues affecting cost, quality or programme.Ensure compliance with Saudi Building Code, Civil Defence requirements and applicable international hospitality standards.Lead testing, commissioning, balancing and performance verification.Establish and maintain robust MEP QA/QC procedures.Monitor MEP budgets, costs, variations and claims and implement effective cost-control measures.Develop recovery and mitigation strategies where technical or programme issues arise.Provide technical leadership, mentoring and direction to the MEP engineering team.Prepare executive-level reporting on progress, risks, commissioning and key milestones.Your ProfileWe are looking for a highly experienced MEP leader with a strong technical background and proven experience in the delivery of complex, large-scale construction projects.Required Qualifications & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.Minimum 7–10 years of professional construction experience in the DACH region (Germany, Austria or Switzerland), combined with a minimum of 15+ years of total senior construction experience.Extensive experience in MEP engineering and project management.Proven track record delivering MEP systems on high-rise, five-star hospitality, luxury hotel or major mixed-use projects.Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, electrical distribution, fire protection, plumbing, ELV, BMS and commissioning.Strong contractor, consultant and subcontractor management experience.Experience working on complex projects with demanding delivery schedules.Saudi Arabia or GCC project experience is highly advantageous.Knowledge of Saudi Building Code and Civil Defence requirements is an advantage.Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation and stakeholder-management capabilities.Full professional proficiency in English is mandatory.Arabic language skills are an advantage.Willingness to be permanently based on site in Makkah, five days per week.Important Requirement – MakkahDue to the location of the position in the Holy City of Makkah, candidates must be practising Muslims and eligible to reside and work in Makkah.The OfferAttractive Executive PackageContract: 1-year renewable contract with a minimum perspective of 5 yearsAnnual base salary: from SAR 960,000 gross, depending on experience and qualificationsPerformance bonus: equivalent to up to 3 months’ salaryComprehensive medical insurance for the position holder and familyCompany carAnnual return flights for the position holder and family30 days of paid annual leaveThis is an outstanding opportunity for a senior MEP professional to take a key leadership position on a major luxury hospitality development in Makkah and contribute directly to the successful delivery of a high-profile international project.We look forward to receiving your application!