Overview
Leads and reviews Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) design and technical coordination for construction and luxury interior fit-out projects in Dubai, ensuring compliance with local authorities (Dubai Municipality, DCD, DEWA) and mentoring MEP engineers and CAD/BIM staff. Core tools include Revit, AutoCAD MEP, Navisworks and HAP/TRACE 700.
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Job Summary
The MEP Design Manager will lead and review Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) design and technical coordination for major construction and luxury interior fit-out projects. The role will coordinate between clients, consultants, design teams and site teams to deliver optimised, cost-effective and technically compliant MEP packages.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and review HVAC, plumbing, drainage, electrical, ELV and firefighting designs.
- Coordinate MEP layouts with architectural, interior design, structural and fit-out teams.
- Ensure designs comply with Dubai Municipality, DCD, DEWA and other authority requirements.
- Review and approve drawings, SLDs, load calculations, BOQs and technical specifications.
- Review contractor submittals and support value engineering and cost optimisation.
- Lead and mentor MEP design engineers and CAD/BIM team members.
- Monitor design schedules and ensure timely completion of project milestones.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
- Minimum 8+ years of MEP design experience, with 3–5 years in a managerial/team lead role within the GCC.
- Strong experience in construction and luxury interior fit-out projects.
- Advanced knowledge of AutoCAD MEP, Revit and Navisworks.
- Experience with HVAC load calculation software such as HAP / TRACE 700.
- Strong knowledge of UAE building codes and authority requirements.
- Knowledge of ASHRAE, NFPA and NEC standards.
- Strong leadership, technical coordination and communication skills.
Key Skills
MEP Design | Design Management | HVAC | Electrical | Plumbing | ELV | Firefighting | Revit | AutoCAD MEP | Navisworks | BIM | UAE Authority Approvals | Value Engineering | Luxury Fit-Out
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