MEP Project Engineer (Mechanical)
Redfish · Abu Dhabi, UAE
Tailor my CV for this job — freeWe are seeking a Mechanical MEP Project Engineer to support the successful delivery of MEP projects in Abu Dhabi. You will coordinate mechanical design, procurement, installation, testing, and commissioning activities, working closely with clients, consultants, contractors, and site teams to ensure work meets project requirements, quality standards, and approved schedules.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate mechanical MEP works from design development through installation, testing, commissioning, and handover. - Review drawings, specifications, material submittals, and method statements for compliance with contract requirements and applicable codes. - Coordinate mechanical services—including HVAC, plumbing, drainage, and fire protection—with other disciplines to resolve design and site interface issues. - Monitor site progress, workmanship, productivity, and material availability; identify risks and support timely resolution. - Liaise with consultants, clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and construction teams to clarify technical requirements and manage approvals. - Support procurement by preparing material requisitions, reviewing technical submissions, and tracking deliveries. - Conduct and document site inspections, testing, commissioning activities, and quality checks; follow up on non-conformances and corrective actions. - Assist with project schedules, progress reports, technical queries, variation assessments, and as-built documentation. - Ensure work follows approved safety procedures, quality plans, project specifications, and relevant UAE regulations. - Contribute to system handover by compiling operation and maintenance manuals, test records, warranties, and closeout documents. - Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline. - Experience in mechanical MEP project engineering for building construction projects; UAE or GCC experience is an advantage. - Working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, drainage, and fire protection systems, along with relevant standards and authority requirements. - Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, specifications, and technical submittals; familiarity with AutoCAD and common project management tools is preferred. - Understanding of installation, inspection, testing, commissioning, and handover processes. - Strong coordination and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams. - Organized and proactive, with the ability to prioritize site and project requirements and address issues promptly. - Commitment to quality, health and safety, and professional conduct on site. - Fluent in English; additional languages are an advantage.