MEP Design Manager

Job Purpose

All GCC Countries including Morocco, Kazakhstan, Iraq

Mep Cost Optimization Value Engineering

• Deliver minimum 15–20% cost savings in MEP Capex/Store within 6 months through lean designs, VE, and technology interventions.
• Implement MEP cost benchmarking tools across markets.
• Conduct and document value engineering workshops and design colleges quarterly.

Innovation Proof Of Concept (Poc) Implementation

• Identify, test, and roll out minimum 3 high-impact POC’s/year with measurable ROI and energy savings.
• Achieve 80% success rate in transitioning POC’s to standard practice.
• Collaborate with at least 2 global suppliers annually for new tech adoption.

Scalable Mep Design For New Stores Remodels

• Ensure 100% on-time delivery of MEP designs for new stores and renovations across all assigned regions.
• Maintain 100% compliance with local codes and zero rework incidents.
• Achieve \<5% variance between design estimates and actual execution costs.

Team Leadership Capability Building

• Conduct monthly design colleges/trainings for the MEP team.
• Develop and mentor 2–3 high-potential team members annually for succession planning.
• Maintain team engagement scores 90% in performance reviews.

Automation, AI Integration Design Turnaround Speed

• Automate 30–40% of repetitive design tasks via AI, BIM scripting, or templates within 12 months.
• Reduce design turnaround time by 25–30% using digital tools.
• Implement one AI-based cost estimation or design platform within 6 months.

Stakeholder Collaboration Cross-Functional Alignment

• Achieve 95%+ stakeholder satisfaction (Construction, Ops, Development teams) on design deliverables.
• Conduct bi-monthly reviews with key stakeholders to align on MEP initiatives and priorities.

Compliance, Risk Mitigation Quality Assurance

• Achieve zero non-compliance reports in audits.
• Implement MEP QA/QC framework across regions.
• Conduct quarterly risk assessments on new designs and technologies.

Sustainability Energy Efficiency Initiatives

• Implement minimum 2 energy-saving initiatives/year with 10% reduction in energy usage/store.
• Achieve LEED certification or equivalent for key flagship stores.
• Deliver sustainability ROI reports per initiative.

Supplier Technology Partner Management

• Forge a minimum of 2 strategic partnerships annually with tech-forward MEP vendors or innovators.
• Conduct bi-annual performance evaluations for key MEP suppliers.
• Contribution to Design Centre of Excellence
• Develop MEP Best Practice Playbook and roll across all hubs.
• Lead quarterly innovation summits within Design COE.
• Drive cross-market knowledge sharing initiatives (monthly).
• Participation in Industry think tanks, MEP innovation forums, or academic collaborations for cutting-edge system design.
• Stay updated with global trends, codes, and sustainability goals to ensure future-ready designs.
• Develop partnerships for bulk procurement of cost-effective yet high-quality MEP components.

Stakeholders

Qualification

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical / electrical engineering or related fields.
• Master’s Degree (preferred) in Sustainable Building Systems, Energy Management, or MEP Design Engineering (not essential but will be a plus)

Experience

• Minimum 12–15 years of progressive experience in core MEP design leadership, with at least 5+ years in FB, QSR, Retail, or Hospitality industries.
• Proven track record of delivering large-scale MEP designs for multi-site development programs (500+ stores annually or equivalent project scale).
• Demonstrated expertise in value engineering, MEP cost optimization, and innovative system implementation with quantifiable savings.
• Experience leading multi-regional MEP teams, managing consultants, contractors, and suppliers across high-pressure, fast-paced environments.
• Deep understanding of sustainability frameworks, energy modeling, and MEP life-cycle cost analysis.

Professional Certifications (Mandatory)

• Certified Professional Engineer (PE) – USA / or Chartered Engineer (CEng) – UK.
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM) – Association of Energy Engineers (AEE).
• LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP BD+C) – US Green Building Council.
• Certified MEP Professional – ASHRAE, NFPA, CIBSE, or equivalent globally affiliated MEP regulatory body.
• Proficiency in local and international MEP Codes – NEC, IBC, ASHRAE, NFPA, BS, EN, and GCC codes.

Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of international MEP standards, codes, and sustainability guidelines (LEED, Estidama, etc.)
• Deep expertise in HVAC systems, energy management systems, electrical distribution, plumbing, fire protection, BMS/IoT integration, and MEP equipment optimization specific to kitchen-intensive environments (e.g., QSR, cloud kitchens).
• Strong command over AI/automation tools in MEP design processes, cost modeling, and design turnaround optimization.
• Ability to evaluate and deploy emerging MEP technologies including prefabricated MEP modules, smart metering, and renewable energy integrations.
• Expertise in Proof of Concept (PoC) development and testing for innovative design systems and energy-efficient technologies.
• Tools (Software platform):
• Proficiency in delivery and handling of projects based on the following tool utilization:
• AutoCAD MEP, Revit MEP (BIM), Navisworks, Clash Detection Tools.
• Energy Modeling Tools – HAP, eQuest, IES VE, EnergyPlus.
• Project Management Tools – Primavera, MS Project, Smartsheet.
• Design Automation & AI Tools – Dynamo for Revit, Grasshopper (preferred), Python scripting for MEP workflows (optional but valuable).
• Cost Estimation Tools – CostX, PlanSwift, Bluebeam.
• Familiarity with digital twin platforms and IoT dashboards for real-time MEP system monitoring.