MEP Project Manager-Fit Out works

Job Title MEP Project Manager – Retail Fit-Out Location UAE Job Summary The MEP Project Manager – Retail Fit-Out is responsible for managing and delivering all Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) works for retail, F&B, and mall fit-out projects across the UAE. The role ensures compliance with mall management guidelines, local authorities, and tenant coordination requirements, while meeting tight handover deadlines. Key Responsibilities Retail Project Management Plan, execute, and deliver MEP works for retail shops, restaurants, cafés, kiosks, and mall units. Manage fast-track programs and ensure alignment with tenant opening dates. Prepare detailed work programs, method statements, and authority submission schedules. Design Review & Coordination Review MEP drawings, shop drawings, load calculations, and specifications. Coordinate with interior designers, architects, mall fit-out teams, landlords, and base-build consultants. Resolve clashes between MEP services, ceiling layouts, signage, and retail equipment. Mall & Authority Approvals Obtain approvals from Mall Management / Landlord and authorities such as DEWA, Dubai Civil Defence, Dubai Municipality, SEWA, ADDC. Coordinate NOCs, inspections, energization, and final clearances. Ensure compliance with mall technical manuals and authority standards. Electrical & ELV Systems Manage power load schedules, MDB/SMDB installation, lighting control, emergency lighting, and signage power. Oversee ELV systems including CCTV, access control, data, IPTV, and POS requirements. Mechanical & Plumbing Systems Manage HVAC systems (DX, FAHU, FCU, exhaust, fresh air, kitchen ventilation). Coordinate chilled water or DX connections with base-build systems. Supervise plumbing, drainage, grease traps, water heaters, and sanitary fixtures. Fire & Life Safety Ensure compliance with Dubai Civil Defence fire and life safety requirements. Coordinate fire alarm, firefighting, kitchen hood suppression, and smoke extraction systems. Cost, Procurement & Variations Control MEP budgets, review BOQs, and manage variation claims. Coordinate procurement of MEP materials with short lead times suitable for retail projects. Quality, Testing & Commissioning Ensure all MEP works meet approved QA/QC standards. Oversee testing, commissioning, and balancing of systems prior to store opening. Coordinate snag clearance with mall inspectors and consultants. Handover & Close-Out Prepare and submit as-built drawings, O&M manuals, warranties, and test reports. Support tenant handover, authority completion certificates, and mall opening approvals. Team & Stakeholder Management Lead MEP engineers, supervisors, subcontractors, and vendors. Act as the main MEP point of contact for clients, retailers, mall fit-out teams, and authorities. Provide regular progress and risk reports to senior management. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. 3-5 years of UAE MEP experience, with strong exposure to retail and mall fit-out projects. Proven experience handling fast-track retail openings. Skills & Competencies Strong knowledge of mall fit-out guidelines and authority approvals. Excellent coordination, negotiation, and time-management skills. Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Project / Primavera, MS Office. Ability to manage multiple retail units simultaneously. Preferred UAE Driving License PMP Certification (advantage) Experience with major UAE malls (Emaar, Majid Al Futtaim, Nakheel, etc.) Please whatsapp you CV at +971503140497 Job Type: Permanent Pay: AED8,000.00 - AED10,000.00 per month Work Location: In person