Senior Mechanical Engineer

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for MEP site supervision of a major hospitality construction project in Dubai. The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising, coordinating, and ensuring full compliance of all mechanical systems with Dubai Municipality (DM), Dubai Civil Defence (DCD), project specifications, and applicable international standards.

The role requires strong experience in hospitality developments, with particular emphasis on central domestic hot water (DHW) systems, authority approvals, inspections, and testing & commissioning requirements.

Hospitality / Mixed-Use / High-Rise Developments

Approved Dubai Municipality drawings

Dubai Civil Defence approved fire and life safety requirements

Project specifications, authority conditions, and approved shop drawings

Expertise with full compliance of DM Plumbing Code, DM Green Building Regulations, DCD Fire & Life Safety Code, and relevant BS / ASHRAE / NFPA standards.

Experience with Central Domestic Hot Water (DHW) generation, storage, circulation, and redundancy systems

Familiarity with HVAC chilled water and ventilation systems

Plumbing, drainage, and water supply systems

Pumps, calorifiers, heat exchangers, expansion vessels, and associated controls

Verify that project-specific hot water requirements (temperature control, circulation loops, standby capacity, hygiene and Legionella prevention measures) are implemented in line with DM and project requirements.

Review and technically assess shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, ITPs, and commissioning procedures submission.

Coordinate and attend Dubai Municipality and DCD inspections, addressing comments and ensuring timely compliance.

Ensure that fire-related mechanical systems (smoke management, stair pressurization, smoke exhaust, kitchen exhaust systems) are executed strictly in accordance with DCD approvals.

Witness testing, commissioning, flushing, pressure testing, balancing, and functional testing of mechanical systems and verify compliance prior to authority sign-off.

Identify non-conformances, issue NCRs, and ensure corrective actions are implemented without impact to authority approvals or project handover.

Coordinate closely with Electrical, ELV, Architectural, Interior Design, and Structural teams to ensure clash-free and compliant execution.

Monitor contractor performance, progress, and quality in line with approved construction programs.

Prepare technical supervision reports, site observations, and authority compliance documentation

At IRTH Group, we’re not just a company; we’re a family committed to building a brighter future together. Guided by our core values of trust, strength, and agility, we empower individuals to thrive and succeed in a dynamic, collaborative environment. We take pride in building great projects in prime locations, designed for future generations and offering exceptional value as an investor's product. IRTH Group stands as a symbol of legacy, resilience, and vision. Rooted in the foundation of a distinguished local family conglomerate, our privately held real estate investment platform draws strength from a heritage spanning over a century.

At IRTH Group, we are not just shaping the industry, we are setting the standard. If you are driven by ambition, excellence, and the pursuit of legacy, this is where your journey begins.