Senior MEP Manager (Engineer) – Station and Transportation

Description

• Where appropriate, collaborate with local authorities, contractors, and consultants to address technical queries and obtain necessary permits and approvals.
• Contribute to the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement in MEP processes and practices.
• Conduct thorough reviews of design documents to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and project specifications.
• Where applicable facilitate non-objection certificates (NOCs) and approvals from stakeholders to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and project specifications.
• Review, analyze, and approve consultant MEP design submittals (drawings, specifications, materials) for compliance with contract requirements, international standards, and KSA regulatory codes. The scope includes all utilities demands and connection to the Rail Assets
• Ensure a ‘Customer-first’ approach is integrated into all aspects of project planning, decision-making, and delivery.
• Provide technical guidance to ensure designs are optimized for constructability, maintainability, and energy efficiency.
• Provide visible and inclusive leadership with a strong emphasis on design and engineering management.
• Support the preparation of tender documentation for the contractor, ensuring MEP design requirements are clearly defined and aligned with project objectives.
• Ensure safety in design principles are applied to all MEP systems.
• Drive and lead the health, safety, wellbeing, and security culture on the project, empowering the team to operate in line with QIC policies, procedures, and TBU objectives.
• Represent the client in design coordination meetings and value engineering sessions.
• Ensure that the MEP design meets the Client Safety requirements and compliance with the RAMS as appropriate.
• Monitor and report on project progress, ensuring alignment with time, cost, HSE, quality assurance, and performance objectives.
• Oversee the integrated design delivery, collaborating with discipline leads and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Manage the design process, including option assessments, delivering solutions, and resolving all interfaces with adjacent projects.
• Conduct QA/QC reviews of MEP schematic designs to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with codes and standards such as NFPA, ASHRAE, IEEE, and KSA regulatory codes.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and project specifications.
• Prepare and deliver regular updates, reports, and presentations to stakeholders, highlighting progress, challenges, and solutions.
• Conduct safety investigations, inspections, and audits to maintain a safe working environment.
• Ensure MEP designs meet the unique requirements of rail infrastructure, including tunnel ventilation, fire safety systems, and platform/tunnel cooling.
• Develop contingency plans to address potential challenges and roadblocks.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including contractors, consultants, and regulatory bodies, to ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Conduct audits of the design at various stages and obtain approvals and non-objections from stakeholders ahead of stage gates.
• Collaborate with the commercial team to ensure contractual compliance and cost control are maintained.
• Mentor and coach team members to support their professional growth and foster collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
• Lead collaboration with cross-functional teams to facilitate information flow and coordinate project activities.
• Develop and implement robust project delivery plans for the MEP, to be included in project’s specific schedule, covering all aspects of project preparation, execution, and closeout.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between the client, engineering firms, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Participate in design meetings, value engineering sessions, site inspections, and public outreach events as required.
• Review and verify all design documentation, technical queries (RFIs), and consultant submissions related to MEP works, maintaining accurate project records.
• Act as the primary technical liaison between civil, structural, architectural, Rail Systems and specialist MEP teams to resolve coordination conflicts and interface issues efficiently.
• Provide technical input during the tender evaluation process to ensure the selection of qualified contractors.
• Implement and maintain project management processes, tools, and best practices to ensure transparency, standardization, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee scope management, constructability reviews, and contract alignment to ensure project objectives are met.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with MEP design and delivery, ensuring project continuity and success.
• Ensure that the MEP Design meets the allocated “Customer Experience” requirements.
• Manage all changes related to the delivery of the scope through the defined TBU change management process, ensuring early identification and communication of potential impacts.
• Manage interfaces with adjacent projects and disciplines, ensuring smooth integration of MEP systems.

Requirements

• Experience working in Saudi Arabia and/or the Gulf region is highly preferred.
• A professional license from a recognized licensing or registration board, e.g. Saudi Council Engineers
• Higher National Diploma in Engineering is also acceptable.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills, with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation.
• Understanding of the roles played by other departments on projects including basic construction practices and the economics involved.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and conflict resolution abilities.
• Must be able to review and understand project documents for technical accuracy and quality to ensure adherence to project plan.
• Skilled in managing teams and delivering results in a collaborative, cross-departmental environment.
• Highly motivated individual with strong organizational, leadership and project management skills.
• Proficiency in design and project management tools (e.g., AutoCAD, BIM, Primavera P6).
• Proven track record of coordinating and delivering large scale projects.
• Motivate and inspire a high-performance culture through clear direction, continuous feedback, and recognition of exceptional performance.
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance, risk management, and quality assurance processes.
• Expertise in BIM processes and digital delivery tools such as BIM 360 and Navisworks.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs, with the ability to prioritize workloads and meet tight deadlines.
• Thorough knowledge of discipline engineering techniques, the design of engineered systems and design calculations.
• Familiarity with BIM certifications (e.g., Autodesk Certified Professional) is advantageous.
• Proficiency in MEP design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, Carrier HAP, Trane Trace, ETAP, and Dialux.
• Proficiency in enterprise-level project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera, or Aconex.
• Proactive and delivery-focused, with a strong ability to align stakeholders around a common vision.
• Professional certifications such as LEED AP, PMP, PRINCE2, AgilePM or Chartered Engineer (CEng) are desirable.
• Minimum of 15+ years of experience in MEP design review, coordination, and oversight for large-scale infrastructure projects, on rail, metro, or transportation systems.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, effectively controlling design, scope, schedule, budget, and resources using appropriate digital tools.
• Demonstrated experience in managing multidisciplinary teams and delivering innovative solutions.
• Knowledge of relevant codes and standards pertinent to the discipline and project location.
• Strong knowledge of engineering codes and standards, including NFPA 130, ASHRAE, IEEE, and KSA regulatory codes.
• Knowledge of current computer applications for engineering and design including appropriate knowledge of CAD (both 2-D and 3-D) e.g., AutoCAD, MS Word and Excel for managing design reviews
• Must be fluent in English, both written and spoken, with excellent technical writing skills as well as oral and written communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A Master’s degree is preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance