Project Manager MEP

Role Overview:

Lead and deliver electrical scope of construction projects from start to handover. Full responsibility for cost, time, quality, and safety of all MEP-electrical works.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Planning: Develop project schedules, manpower histogram, and material procurement plans for electrical scope
• Team Management: Lead electrical engineers, supervisors, foremen, and subcontractors. Assign tasks and monitor performance
• Client Coordination: Main point of contact for client, consultant, and main contractor on all electrical matters. Attend progress meetings
• Technical Oversight: Approve shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, and technical queries. Resolve design clashes with other trades
• Budget & Cost Control: Monitor electrical BOQ, track variations, prepare VO claims, and control project costs to stay within budget
• Authorities & Approvals: Liaise with DEWA/SEWA/FEWA, Civil Defence, and municipalities for NOCs, inspections, and final connections
• Procurement: Float enquiries, evaluate quotations, negotiate with vendors, and raise POs for major electrical equipment
• Site Execution: Ensure installation follows specs, drawings, and local regulations. Conduct site walks and resolve site issues
• Quality & Handover: Implement ITPs and checklists. Lead testing & commissioning. Close snags and hand over O&M manuals, as-builts, warranties
• HSE Compliance: Enforce safety standards for all electrical works. Coordinate with HSE team for high-risk activities
• Reporting: Submit weekly/monthly progress reports, look-ahead programs, and dashboards to senior management
• Contract Management: Interpret contract conditions, manage risks, and handle contractual correspondence with client/consultant

Requirements:

Education: B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering. PMP/PRINCE2 is a plusExperience: 8–12+ years in UAE/GCC, with 3+ years as PM on large-scale projects — towers, malls, infrastructure

Technical: Strong in LV/MV, ELV, lighting, fire alarm, BMS. Solid knowledge of DEWA regs, BS 7671, NFPA, local codes

Software: Primavera P6/MS Project, AutoCAD, Revit MEP, MS Office

Skills: Leadership, negotiation, planning, and problem-solving under pressure

Other: UAE driving license. Society of Engineers membership preferred

Work Location: In person