Job Description
MEP Manager
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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About the job

Pace is a leading multidisciplinary consultancy firm based in the Middle East which provides architecture, engineering, and planning services. We assist national governments, international organisations, and private sector companies in delivering successful and local solutions with global expertise. Founded in 1968 in Kuwait City, we build on our fifty-five-year legacy by continuing to contribute positively and ethically to the development and shaping of our societies. As one of the region’s largest privately owned design and engineering consultancies, we currently employ more than 750 professionals and operate internationally in the Middle East, Asia, Africa, and Europe.

About the Role

  • The MEP Manager will lead and manage all Mechanical, Electrical, ELV and Plumbing (MEP) aspects on site for a large-scale, high-profile mixed-use development in KSA. Acting as the MEP lead within the supervision consultancy team, the role will involve overseeing the Contractor’s activities, ensuring compliance with project contract documents, codes, and quality standards, while aligning with client objectives. The MEP Manager will report directly to the Project Director and collaborate closely with other discipline leads and stakeholders to ensure successful delivery.
     

What you will be doing

Required Experience

  • Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience, with at least 5 years in a similar MEP leadership role on large-scale mixed-use or high-rise developments.
  • Proven experience working with international consultancy firms on major projects in the GCC/KSA region.     

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering (Master’s degree preferred).

Certifications & Memberships

  • Additional training courses, professional and personal development with membership to professional groups, societies or institutes, desired.
  • Certification from Saudi Society of Engineers or local equivalent based on country requirement.
  • Project management qualifications is an advantage.

Essential Skills

  • Strong technical knowledge across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and ELV systems.
  • Familiarity with KSA regulations, international codes (ASHRAE, NFPA, IEC, etc.), and project delivery within a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Demonstrated experience in complex MEP systems integration across residential, commercial, hospitality, and retail sectors.
  • Excellent coordination, leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Proficiency in MS Office, AutoCAD, and MEP design/review tools (e.g., Revit, Navisworks, BIM 360).
  • Fluency in English required. Arabic language skills are a plus.
     

Why join Pace?

Join our award-winning multidisciplinary consultancy firm, offering architecture, engineering, and planning services based in the GCC region with projects across the globe.

With over 55 years of pushing boundaries in design, innovation, and quality, employees have the chance to contribute to projects shaping the landmarks of the future.

Our commitment to prioritising people ensures a safe, diverse, inclusive, and progressive work environment where employees can grow and develop their careers through organisational, individual, and professional goals. Collaborating with industry-leading experts on unique projects, you can also enjoy the economic benefits and lifestyle opportunities the region offers.

Information at a Glance
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Experienced Hire

Experience level

Job details

Project Site

Work location

Site Engineers

Career