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MEP Technical Manager

APPLY Job Description

We are hiring for an MEP Technical Manager for an ongoing civil project in Riyadh.
Priority will be given to those already based in KSA.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering (master’s degree is
an added advantage) in MEP / Building Services is preferable.
• Minimum 15 years of relevant MEP technical experience, including at least 5
years in a senior MEP technical leadership role on large-scale building projects.
• Proven experience in end-to-end MEP technical management.
• Strong capability in reviewing and approving MEP shop drawings, coordinated BIM models, and resolving multi-disciplinary clashes.
• Demonstrated expertise in review and validation of technical calculations, including
o HVAC heat load, ventilation & smoke management calculations
o Duct sizing, pipe sizing, pump head calculations
o Fire-fighting hydraulic calculations
o Electrical load schedules, short-circuit, voltage drop, and coordination
studies
• Thorough knowledge of international and local codes and standards, including
but not limited to:
o SBC, NFPA, ASHRAE, SMACNA
o IEC, IEEE, BS, NEC
o Civil Defense and relevant local authority requirements in KSA
• Proven experience in technical evaluation and approval of Material Approval
Requests, including compliance checks against specifications, standards, and
authority requirements.
• Strong background in specialist MEP systems coordination, such as:
o Fire & Life Safety systems (sprinkler, FM-200 / clean agent, fire alarm)
o BMS / IBMS, ELV and low-current systems
o Renewable energy systems (PV) and energy efficiency measures
• Experience in value engineering and alternative technical proposals, ensuring
no deviation from performance criteria or statutory compliance.
• Proven involvement in testing, commissioning, and integrated systems
testing, including review of method statements, ITPs, and commissioning
plans.
• Capability to technically represent the contractor in meetings with Client,
PMC, Consultant, and Authorities, providing sound technical justifications and
written responses.
• Strong documentation and reporting skills, including preparation of technical
submissions, clarifications, deviation requests, and as-built documentation.
• Prior experience on headquarters buildings, high-rise, , hospitals, data
centers, or large mixed-use developments within KSA or GCC is mandatory.