HVAC Senior Project Engineer

Role Purpose

To manage and oversee all HVAC-related engineering, installation, and commissioning activities within construction projects, ensuring compliance with project specifications, UAE authority regulations, quality standards, and project timelines.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead and supervise all HVAC installations, testing, and commissioning activities on-site.
• Review HVAC designs, shop drawings, technical specifications, and BOQs to ensure alignment with project requirements.
• Ensure timely execution of HVAC works in coordination with project managers, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Plan and monitor manpower, materials, and equipment to meet project deadlines.
• Oversee installation and commissioning of HVAC systems including chillers, AHUs, FCUs, ventilation systems, ducting, exhaust systems, VRF/VRV systems, and chilled water networks.
• Review heat load calculations, static pressure calculations, ESP/TSP calculations, and equipment selections.
• Ensure HVAC design and installation meet international standards (ASHRAE, SMACNA, DW144, Dubai Green Building Regulations).Coordinate with consultants and main contractors for approvals, inspections, and design clarifications.
• Resolve technical issues and propose practical, cost-effective engineering solutions.
• Ensure compliance with local authority requirements such as Dubai Municipality, ADDC/Abu Dhabi Municipality, Civil Defense, and relevant environmental regulations.
• Coordinate with authorities for inspections, approvals, and final NOCs.
• Ensure implementation of quality control procedures related to HVAC installations.Conduct regular site inspections to verify workmanship and adherence to specifications.
• Ensure compliance with HSE standards and company safety regulations.
• Coordinate HVAC works with electrical, plumbing, firefighting, and civil teams to ensure smooth integration and avoid clashes.
• Attend coordination meetings with consultants, clients, and subcontractors.
• Provide weekly progress reports, highlighting risks and recommending corrective actions.
• Prepare and maintain method statements, material submittals, inspection requests, and daily site reports.Ensure complete documentation for testing, commissioning, air balancing, and final handover.
• Prepare as-built drawings and O&M manuals in coordination with project teams.
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 7–10 years of HVAC engineering experience, including at least 5 years in the UAE construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC design principles, cooling load calculations, and international HVAC standards.Experience in large-scale commercial, residential, industrial, or mixed-use projects.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, HAP, Duct Sizer, and MS Office.