MEP Project Manager

The MEP Project Manager is responsible for planning, managing, coordinating, and delivering all Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) works for construction projects, ensuring compliance with approved drawings, project specifications, local authority regulations, quality standards, safety requirements, project schedules, and budget targets. The role involves managing MEP engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants to ensure the successful execution, testing, commissioning, and handover of all building services systems. Key Responsibilities A. Project Planning and Management • Develop and implement MEP project execution plans, schedules, and resource allocation strategies. • Manage MEP activities from design coordination and procurement through installation, testing, commissioning, and final handover. • Monitor project progress against approved programs, milestones, budgets, and contractual requirements. • Coordinate MEP works with civil, structural, architectural, and other specialist contractors. • Identify potential project risks, delays, and technical issues and implement corrective actions. • Attend project progress meetings and provide regular reports to senior management. B. Technical and Design Coordination • Review MEP design drawings, specifications, material submittals, shop drawings, and coordinated services drawings. • Ensure compliance with project requirements, applicable codes, and local authority regulations. • Coordinate HVAC, electrical, plumbing, drainage, firefighting, fire alarm, ELV, BMS, and other building services systems as applicable. • Resolve design discrepancies, technical queries, and site coordination issues. • Review and approve technical submissions within the limits of delegated authority. • Coordinate with consultants and design teams to obtain timely approvals and resolve design changes. C. Site Execution and Supervision • Oversee the installation and execution of all MEP works in accordance with approved drawings and method statements. • Manage MEP engineers, supervisors, foremen, subcontractors, and specialist vendors. • Ensure proper coordination of ceiling services, plant rooms, risers, shafts, equipment rooms, and service routes. • Monitor site productivity, workmanship, material usage, and installation progress. • Conduct regular site inspections and coordination meetings to resolve construction issues. • Ensure adequate manpower, materials, tools, equipment, and access are available to meet project targets. D. Procurement and Cost Control • Coordinate with procurement teams for timely sourcing and delivery of MEP materials and equipment. • Review material requirements, technical specifications, vendor proposals, and equipment selections. • Monitor project costs, commitments, variations, and subcontractor performance. • Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality, safety, or system performance. • Review subcontractor payment applications, progress claims, and variation orders. • Support preparation of cost forecasts, cash-flow requirements, and budget reports. E. Quality Assurance and Quality Control • Ensure all MEP works comply with approved quality plans, inspection and test plans (ITPs), and project specifications. • Review and monitor material inspections, installation inspections, and testing procedures. • Ensure timely closure of non-conformance reports (NCRs), site observations, and punch-list items. • Coordinate with QA/QC teams and consultants to secure inspections and approvals. • Maintain appropriate records of inspections, testing, approvals, and as-built documentation. F. Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) • Ensure compliance with project HSE plans, safety procedures, and applicable regulations. • Coordinate with HSE teams to identify and control risks associated with MEP installation and commissioning. • Ensure safe working practices for electrical works, lifting operations, confined spaces, pressure testing, and work at height. • Investigate incidents and implement corrective and preventive measures. • Promote a strong safety culture among employees, subcontractors, and suppliers. G. Testing, Commissioning and Handover • Develop and monitor testing and commissioning plans for all MEP systems. • Coordinate pre-commissioning, functional testing, integrated systems testing, and authority inspections. • Ensure HVAC balancing, electrical testing, plumbing pressure testing, fire system testing, and controls integration are completed as applicable. • Coordinate with specialist vendors, consultants, facilities management teams, and relevant authorities. • Ensure preparation and submission of as-built drawings, O&M manuals, warranties, test reports, and training records. • Lead snagging, de-snagging, final inspections, and the timely handover of completed systems. H. Team and Stakeholder Management • Lead, mentor, and supervise the MEP project team. • Allocate responsibilities and monitor individual and departmental performance. • Maintain effective communication with the client, consultant, main contractor, subcontractors, and suppliers. • Escalate critical technical, commercial, and scheduling issues to senior management. • Ensure contractual correspondence, project records, and reporting requirements are properly maintained. Qualifications and Experience • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline. • Typically 10–15 years of relevant construction experience, including at least 3–5 years in an MEP management role, depending on project complexity. • Proven experience managing MEP services on large-scale building construction projects. • Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical distribution, plumbing, drainage, firefighting, fire alarm, ELV, and BMS systems, as applicable. • Experience in project planning, procurement, cost control, subcontractor management, testing, commissioning, and handover. • Familiarity with construction contracts, technical specifications, shop drawings, method statements, and inspection procedures. • Experience with relevant local authority approvals and construction regulations. • Professional engineering registration or project management certification is an advantage. 4. Technical Skills • MEP design and construction coordination. • Project scheduling and progress monitoring using Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project. • AutoCAD and BIM coordination tools, including Revit and Navisworks. • Budget management, variation assessment, and cost reporting. • Risk assessment, problem-solving, and technical decision-making. • Quality assurance, HSE compliance, testing, and commissioning. • Microsoft Office and project reporting tools.