MEP Project Manager | High-Rise Construction | Jobs in Dubai
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: MEP Contracting | High-Rise Residential & Hospitality Projects
Reports To: General Manager / Projects Director
Salary (Tax-Free): Kindly submit your salary expectations
About the Role
We are seeking a highly experienced MEP Project Manager to lead the planning and execution of multiple complex projects across Dubai. The successful candidate will oversee mechanical, electrical, and plumbing disciplines to deliver high-rise buildings to the highest quality and safety standards. The ideal profile brings strong leadership, deep MEP technical knowledge, and the ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams from initiation to handover.
Key Responsibilities
Lead full-cycle execution of MEP works on high-rise residential and hotel projects
Plan and monitor project timelines, budgets, resources, and deliverables
Coordinate across mechanical, electrical, and plumbing teams to ensure smooth integration
Review designs, BOQs, drawings, and ensure compliance with ASHRAE, SMACNA, NEC, and local authority standards
Direct all authority approvals (DEWA, DM, DCD, etc.), ensuring timely inspections and certifications
Manage contractor/subcontractor teams, control labour productivity, and optimise performance
Conduct project progress meetings, issue weekly reports, and support top management in strategic planning
Ensure QA/QC processes are embedded and safety regulations followed across the lifecycle
Lead project handover documentation and close-out procedures
Candidate Requirements
Bachelors Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
Minimum 12+ years of UAE experience in managing MEP projects
Proven leadership in delivering high-rise towers or hotel developments from start to finish
In-depth knowledge of design coordination, site supervision, procurement, and contract administration
Familiar with UAE local authority processes (DEWA, DCD, DM, etc.)
Solid background with reputed MEP contractors and consultants
Fluent in written and verbal communication; able to manage multiple stakeholder groups
Strong labour control and project manpower planning skills
Strong knowledge of contracts, submittals, and authority documentation
Stable employment history (no job hopping) with at least 2–3 projects completed end-to-end
Must be currently based in UAE
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