MEP (Mechanical) Lead

Job Title: MEP Lead (Mechanical)

Role Type: Project Management Consultancy (PMC)

Experience Level: 12–15+ Years

Position Overview

The MEP Lead (Mechanical) serves as the primary technical authority representing the client on large-scale and mega projects. This role oversees mechanical and multidisciplinary MEP design reviews, directs contractor site execution, manages stakeholder interfaces, and ensures that all mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems meet rigorous quality, cost, and schedule standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Design Review & Technical Coordination: Lead the review of conceptual, detailed, and IFC MEP design submissions. Verify compliance with project specifications, international codes, and authority regulations.
  

• Contractor & Site Oversight: Monitor contractor performance on-site, review and approve shop drawings, Material Approval Requests (MARs), Requests for Information (RFIs), and method statements.
  

• Client Representation: Lead technical MEP discussions, workshops, and progress meetings on behalf of the client with consultants, main contractors, and local authorities.
  

• Interdisciplinary Alignment: Coordinate mechanical interfaces with electrical, structural, architectural, and BMS disciplines to proactively resolve spatial and systems clashes.
  

• QA/QC & Commissioning: Oversee quality audits, witness critical inspections, and supervise Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing (TAB) as well as final integrated MEP commissioning and handover.
  

• Value Engineering: Identify optimization opportunities in equipment selection, energy efficiency, and buildability without compromising performance or lifecycle requirements.
  

Requirements

Candidate Qualifications & Background

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree: Mechanical Engineering (Mandatory; Electrical Engineering acceptable with extensive mechanical PMC experience).
  

• Master’s Degree: Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Management, or related discipline (Preferred; extensive track record may substitute).
  

Experience

• 12–15+ years of progressive MEP experience, including a minimum of 3–5 years in a Lead/Discipline Head role.
  

• Proven track record within reputable Project Management Consultancies (PMC) or international engineering consultancies  
  

• Direct experience delivering large-scale / mega projects from detailed design through testing and commissioning.
  

Certifications & Licenses

• Project Management Professional (PMP) – Preferred
  

• QA/QC Certification (e.g., ISO 9001 Lead Auditor/Inspector) – Preferred
  

• Professional Engineer (PE) or Chartered Engineer (CEng) status – Advantage
  

• LEED AP, GSAS, or equivalent Sustainability accreditation – Advantage
  

Core Competencies

• Deep technical knowledge of international mechanical standards (ASHRAE, NFPA, IPC, SMACNA, ASME).
  

• Strong capability in managing multi-tier contractor teams and defending client interests.
  

• High-level proficiency in BIM workflows, MEP coordination software, and design review platforms.