About the Role
Guildhall is running a search for a large EPC main contractor delivering major infrastructure projects across the Gulf. This MEP Technical Engineer will own the coordination between MEP, structural and civil drawings during substructure works, catching clashes before concrete pours lock them in underground. The project is at substructure stage now, which is the narrow window where this coordination matters most.
The role
- Coordinate MEP works with civil and structural teams during substructure construction.
- Check underground utilities, drainage, sleeves, openings and embedded items on site.
- Review and coordinate shop drawings, method statements and material submittals.
- Raise and track RFIs with the consultant and design team.
- Confirm MEP requirements are built in before concrete pours restrict later access.
- Attend technical coordination meetings with client, consultant and subcontractors.
- Support inspections, testing records and as-built documentation.
What you'll bring
- Around 7–10 years of relevant MEP technical engineering experience （including 3-7 years experience in UAE)
- Degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
- MEP technical engineering experience on large building or infrastructure projects.
- Hands-on experience coordinating MEP with civil works during substructure stage.
- Middle East project experience; UAE experience strongly preferred.
- Practical experience with shop drawings, method statements and RFIs.
- Ability to read and cross-check MEP, structural and civil drawings.
- Experience on large transportation infrastructure projects is an advantage.
What's on offer
- A site-based role on a large-scale government infrastructure project.
- Direct coordination with client, consultant and design teams.
- Ownership of a technically critical stage of construction.
- Exposure to a major contractor's live substructure programme.
Why apply through Guildhall
- Boutique executive search firm in Dubai, established 2010.
- 8x independent industry awards since 2020.
- 4.9-star Google rating from over 250 reviews.
- Direct access to the retained consultant running this search, with a confidential process.
Hiring an MEP Technical Engineer in Dubai
An MEP Technical Engineer on a large infrastructure project in Dubai typically works on site through the substructure phase, checking that mechanical, electrical and plumbing works are correctly built into the civil and structural scope before concrete is poured. The role sits close to the pour schedule, coordinating RFIs, shop drawings and material submittals under real time pressure. Demand for this profile tends to rise when a major contractor reaches a critical construction stage on a government infrastructure project.
Common questions
What does an MEP Technical Engineer do in Dubai?
An MEP Technical Engineer coordinates mechanical, electrical and plumbing works with the civil and structural teams on a construction site. On large infrastructure projects, this typically means checking underground services, sleeves and embedded items are correctly installed before concrete pours, and managing RFIs and shop drawings with the design team.
What experience do I need to apply?
You need a degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline, plus MEP technical engineering experience on large building or infrastructure projects. Hands-on exposure to substructure works, MEP-civil interfaces, and experience with shop drawings, method statements and RFIs are essential. Middle East project experience is required, and UAE experience is strongly preferred.
How do I apply?
Apply directly on this page. A Guildhall consultant reviews every application confidentially and will contact suitable candidates directly.
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