MEP Coordinator

Purpose:

The MEP Coordinator is responsible for the technical coordination, planning, supervision and integration of Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) services with civil, structural and architectural works throughout the construction project. The position requires strong site\-based experience in UAE construction, multidisciplinary coordination, drawing review, BIM/clash detection, subcontractor coordination, authority requirements, testing \& commissioning, and project handover. The role should ensure that MEP works are properly coordinated, constructible, compliant with approved drawings and specifications, and completed within the project programme without clashes, rework or delays. Current UAE MEP Coordinator roles commonly emphasize multidisciplinary coordination, shop\-drawing review, clash detection, BIM/Revit/Navisworks, authority requirements and site execution.

Minimum Qualification \& Experience

Mandatory Requirements

· Bachelor's Degree/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, MEP Engineering, Building Services Engineering or equivalent.

· Minimum 8–10 years of total MEP experience.

· Minimum 8–10 years of UAE construction experience is compulsory.

· Strong experience with main contractors, MEP contractors or major construction projects.

· Proven experience coordinating HVAC, electrical, plumbing, drainage, firefighting \& ELV systems.

· Experience in high\-rise, residential, mixed\-use or large\-scale building projects preferred.

· Strong experience in MEP shop drawing and multidisciplinary coordination.

· Hands\-on experience with clash detection and resolution.

· UAE authority coordination experience is essential.

· Candidates without substantial UAE construction experience shalll not be considered for this position.

Core Technical Skill Set

A. MEP Systems – Mandatory

The candidate must have strong practical knowledge of:

Mechanical

· HVAC systems

· Chilled water systems

· DX systems

· FCU/AHU systems

· Ventilation and exhaust systems

· Ductwork

· Chilled water piping

· Pumps

· Mechanical equipment

· Plant rooms

· Heat recovery/ventilation systems where applicable

Electrical

· LV systems

· MDB/SMDB/DB

· Cable trays and trunking

· Containment systems

· Lighting and power

· Emergency power systems

· Generator interfaces

· Earthing and lightning protection

· Electrical rooms and risers

Plumbing

· Domestic water supply

· Hot water systems

· Soil and waste

· Drainage

· Stormwater

· Water tanks and pumps

· Plumbing risers

Fire \& Life Safety

· Firefighting systems

· Sprinkler systems

· Fire hose reels

· Fire pumps

· Fire alarm systems

· Fire\-rated penetrations

· Fire stopping

ELV / Low Current

· CCTV

· Access control

· Structured cabling

· SMATV/IPTV

· Intercom

BMS

Data/telecommunication systems

• Other project\-specific ELV systems

Key Responsibility:

1\. A. MEP Coordination

Coordinate all MEP services with:

· Civil

· Structural

· Architectural

· Interior/fit\-out

· Landscaping

· Specialist subcontractors.

2\. Review MEP layouts and identify conflicts before site execution.

3\. Coordinate:

· Ceiling voids

· Riser shafts

· Plant rooms

· Service corridors

· Electrical rooms

· Mechanical rooms

· Equipment spaces

· Access and maintenance clearances.

4\. Ensure adequate space is provided for installation, operation and future maintenance of MEP equipment.

5\. Coordinate builders' work openings, sleeves, penetrations and block\-outs.

B. Drawing \& Technical Review

· Review IFC drawings.

· Review shop drawings.

· Review coordinated MEP drawings.

· Review architectural and structural drawings for MEP interfaces.

· Review RCPs and ceiling coordination drawings.

· Check equipment layouts.

· Review MEP specifications.

· Review material submittals.

· Review method statements.

· Review technical submissions.

· Prepare and coordinate RFIs.

· Tra