MEP General Manager / Operations Manager

Role overview

Requirements

• 10–15 years of MEP or electromechanical experience, including at least 7 years in the UAE.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or mechanical engineering.
• Strong MEP contracting background is mandatory; candidates with only consulting experience will not be considered.
• Experience managing MEP projects, site operations, manpower, procurement, subcontractors, and client relationships.
• Knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, firefighting, UAE construction practices, authority requirements, and project procedures.
• Experience in budgeting, cost control, variations, claims, procurement, subcontractor management, and handling multiple projects.
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills; UAE driving license preferred.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee MEP contracting operations and projects; monitor progress, cost, quality, manpower, materials, and schedules.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, main contractors, suppliers, and subcontractors; deliver work on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Monitor profitability, cash flow, billing, collections, and variations; lead Project Managers, Engineers, and site teams.
• Support tendering, estimation, procurement, and business development; resolve technical, commercial, and operational issues.
• Ensure compliance with UAE regulations, HSE requirements, and company procedures.

Pay

• Pay starts at AED 15,000 per month.

Workplace

• Work location is in person.