MEP Construction Manager – Data Centre📣 Job Ad
| Contract Type | Full-time | |
| Workplace type | On-site | |
| Location | Riyadh |
About the Role
WSP in the Middle East is seeking an experienced MEP Construction Manager with specialized knowledge in Data Centres to join our team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This is a site-based supervision role focused on the successful delivery of a large-scale data centre project. The position requires overseeing all aspects of MEP construction from mobilization through commissioning and final handover, ensuring adherence to high standards of quality, compliance, and coordination.
The role is full-time and requires the individual to be present on-site, located approximately 80 km from Riyadh, to manage daily construction activities and serve as a key liaison between project stakeholders. This is an opportunity to contribute to a significant project within the region.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day site supervision of all Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) works across all project phases.
- Monitor contractor performance, progress, and adherence to project specifications and quality standards.
- Ensure construction activities align with approved drawings, project standards, and best practices.
- Review and approve shop drawings, method statements, and material submissions from contractors.
- Oversee the installation and integration of critical MEP systems, including electrical, mechanical, HVAC, ELV, and ICT.
- Ensure strict compliance with mission-critical design requirements, focusing on uptime, redundancy, and resilience.
- Act as the primary interface between the client, EPC contractor, consultants, and internal WSP teams.
- Support the timely resolution of technical and site-related issues.
- Attend coordination and progress meetings, providing updates to project leadership.
- Ensure strict adherence to Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) processes and inspection protocols.
- Verify that all works comply with project specifications, relevant international standards, and local regulations.
- Support and oversee testing, commissioning, and system validation activities.
- Promote and maintain a strong Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) culture across all site activities.
- Ensure full compliance with WSP and client HSE policies and procedures.
- Monitor the safe execution of all works and mitigate potential risks.
- Track construction progress against the project schedule and highlight any delays or risks.
- Provide regular reports on project status, progress, and challenges to project leadership.
- Support the development and implementation of mitigation plans and corrective actions.
- Oversee the comprehensive commissioning of all MEP systems to ensure operational readiness.
- Ensure data centre infrastructure meets all performance requirements and operational standards.
- Support the final handover process and completion of close-out documentation.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
- A minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in construction management.
- Extensive and demonstrable experience specifically within data centre or mission-critical projects.
- Proven track record in construction supervision and site-based roles.
- Strong understanding of MEP systems and data centre infrastructure, including power, cooling, and ICT.
- Experience working with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contractors on large-scale developments.
- Prior experience working within the Middle East region, with a preference for candidates with Saudi Arabian project experience.
Required Skills
- MEP systems
- Data centre infrastructure
- Power systems
- Cooling systems
- ICT infrastructure
- Construction supervision
- Site-based operations management
- Quality Assurance (QA)
- Quality Control (QC)
- Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) management
- Commissioning processes
- Project handover procedures
Work Environment and Location
This is a full-time, site-based position located approximately 80 km from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role requires a dedicated presence on-site to manage construction activities effectively.
Requirements
- Requires +10 Years experience
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