Assistant Manager MEP (Hotel Project)

Role & responsibilities

Position Overview

The Assistant Manager MEP will support the execution, coordination, and supervision of all Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing works in the hotel project. This role ensures that MEP installations (HVAC, plumbing, fire-fighting, drainage, electrical services, etc.) are executed according to design, quality, safety, and schedule requirements. The position requires hands-on experience in hotel MEP systems and the ability to coordinate with consultants, contractors, and civil teams for seamless project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Execution & Supervision

• • Oversee day-to-day site activities related to HVAC, plumbing, drainage, fire-fighting, electrical, and building services, HT , MV switchgear panels , transformer connections .
• • Ensure that MEP installations are executed as per approved drawings, technical specifications, and hotel standards.
• • Supervise subcontractors, verify installation methods, and ensure workmanship meets project quality requirements.

Coordination

• • Coordinate MEP activities with civil, structural, and architectural teams to avoid design/installation clashes.
• • Support preparation of shop drawings, method statements, and as-built drawings.
• • Liaise with consultants, vendors, and contractors for approvals and technical clarifications.

Material & Resource Management

• • Monitor MEP material requirements, issue requisitions, and track deliveries to avoid delays.
• • Verify MEP material quality, specifications, and certification before installation.
• • Coordinate testing & commissioning (T&C) of MEP equipment and systems.

Quality & Safety

• • Ensure adherence to international hotel standards, local codes, and statutory regulations in all MEP works.
• • Implement site safety protocols during HVAC, plumbing, and electrical installation works.
• • Conduct inspections and prepare snag lists to close non-conformance issues.

Planning & Reporting

• • Assist MEP Manager in preparing work schedules, manpower allocation, and progress tracking.
• • Support cost monitoring and material reconciliation related to MEP works.
• • Submit daily/weekly progress reports highlighting site issues, delays, and corrective measures.

Testing, Commissioning & Handover

• • Participate in system testing, balancing, and commissioning of HVAC, plumbing, and fire-fighting systems.
• • Ensure documentation of O&M manuals, warranties, and handover protocols.
• • Support training of hotel facility/operations staff on installed systems.

Qualifications & Skills

• • Bachelors Degree/Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering.
• 12-15 years of experience in MEP execution, with at least 23 years in hotel/resort or large hospitality projects.
• • Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, plumbing/drainage, fire-fighting systems, and integration with electrical/BMS.
• • Familiarity with international hotel brand MEP standards (e.g., Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt) is an advantage.
• • Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Project/Primavera, and MEP coordination software (Revit/BIM preferred).
• • Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Competencies Required

• • Ability to coordinate multiple MEP disciplines under tight timelines.
• • Hands-on approach with strong attention to detail in installation quality.
• • Problem-solving skills to resolve site technical challenges.
• • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-value hospitality project environment.

Preferred candidate profile