Senior Commissioning Engineer Mechanical

About AESG

AESG is an award-winning specialist consultancy, engineering, and advisory firm with headquarters in London, Riyadh, Singapore, Dubai, Cape Town, Cairo, and Sydney. The company operates throughout the Middle East, Europe, and Asia. AESG's expertise spans four core verticals: Building Engineering, Planning and Infrastructure, Strategy and Advisory, and Commissioning, Handover and Asset Management. The firm maintains one of the largest dedicated teams with extensive experience in sustainable design, fire and life safety, cost management, façade engineering, commissioning, building performance, waste management, environmental consultancy, carbon management, and acoustics.

Role Overview

AESG is seeking a Senior Commissioning Engineer Mechanical to join its team in Riyadh, Riyadh. This full-time role is a senior position within the commissioning project team, requiring a technical authority in the mechanical discipline and a leader within the team. The Senior Commissioning Engineer is self-motivated, supports the project manager in project delivery, and provides training and coaching to team members. Candidates should possess 5-10 years of relevant experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently conduct site inspections within the mechanical discipline.
• Review design information, tolerances, and agreed methods of working.
• Assess whether test procedures and recorded results comply with project specifications and industry codes of practice.
• Assist in reviewing project documentation for compliance with project specifications and industry codes of practice.
• Report identified issues to senior team members clearly, accurately, and concisely.
• Liaise professionally with contractors' commissioning teams.
• Carry out site observations regarding installation quality.
• Produce high-standard documentation, including Site Observation Reports.
• Monitor installation, submittals, and the use of engineering tools, adhering to project and commissioning guidelines.
• Participate in meetings and workshops as required.
• Support, mentor, and train colleagues.
• Track task completion, prepare lookaheads, and trackers for project milestones.
• Maintain a daily diary of events and activities, including systems inspected, documents reviewed, and decisions made by authorities on site.
• Assist with commissionability design reviews when requested, producing detailed documentation with recommendations and considerations.

Required Competencies

• Leadership / Management Skills: Effective delegation, strategic planning, fostering collaboration across teams, and developing coaching abilities.
• Communication / Collaboration: Providing clear instructions, delivering effective feedback, and fostering a positive team environment.
• Technical Knowledge / Expertise: Demonstrated subject matter expertise in specific technical areas.
• Creativity / Innovation: Actively promoting creative thinking and encouraging new ideas within teams.
• Client Focus / Relationship Building: Maintaining and strengthening client satisfaction, preparing proposals, and contributing to new business acquisition.
• Strategic Vision / Planning: Contributing to data analysis and the development of reports and presentations for strategic planning.

Demonstrated Knowledge Base and Professional Skillset

• Time Management / Planning: Overseeing teams and larger projects, developing advanced project management skills including comprehensive project planning, budget management, and resource allocation.
• Industry Experience / Thought Leadership: Demonstrated expertise in the discipline, industry leadership through participation in professional groups and conferences, and development of research publications.
• Project Management / Operational Delivery: Proven expertise with a track record of successfully delivered projects (valued at $150k) independently, high client feedback, ability to manage complex projects, and resolve complex project issues. Leads efforts to streamline cross-functional processes and drive efficiency.
• Leadership / Team Management Experience: Ability to independently project manage delivery and guide junior team members, including mentoring graduates.
• Commercial Acumen / Business Development: Proficiency in creating and managing project budgets, tracking expenses, ensuring cost control, managing vendor relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring cost-effective procurement. Client-oriented and contributes to the commercial success of the division.
• Problem Solving / Decision Making: Generating viable options for addressing problems and considering long-term implications.
• Employee Focus / Process Compliance: Skilled in managing employee relations, fostering a positive work environment, assessing business and operational risks, and ensuring proper implementation of regulations.
• Upholding AESG Core Values: Adherence to AESG Core Values including Honesty, Flexibility, Adaptability, Client-centricity, and Collaboration.