Site MEP Engineer

Job Title: Site MEP Engineer

Location: Lagos Employment

Type: Full-time

Job Description

The Site MEP Engineer will be responsible for the planning, coordination, supervision, installation, testing, and commissioning of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems across the company's construction projects.

The candidate is responsible for overseeing the design compliance, installation, testing, and commissioning of all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems across our construction project sites.

Serving as the primary technical authority on site for building services, the Site MEP Engineer coordinates sub-contractors, inspects ongoing installations, and resolves technical issues.

The role requires close collaboration with Project Managers, Architects, Structural Engineers, Site Engineers, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and other project stakeholders to ensure that MEP works are delivered safely, efficiently, within specification, on schedule, and in accordance with approved drawings, applicable standards, and project requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. MEP Design & Technical Coordination

• Review MEP drawings, specifications, schedules, BOQs, shop drawings, material submittals, method statements and other project documents.
• Coordinate mechanical, electrical, and plumbing services with architectural and structural drawings, identify design discrepancies and technical issues and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Assist in developing MEP layouts, designs, calculations, and technical proposals where required.
• Provide technical input into MEP work schedules and project programmes.

2. Site Supervision

• Supervise day-to-day MEP installation activities on construction sites.
• Ensure all MEP works (electrical, mechanical, plumbing, drainage, HVAC, fire protection, and other building services) are executed and installed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and quality & HSE standards.
• Coordinate the activities of MEP subcontractors, technicians, and other site personnel.
• Ensure proper sequencing and coordination of MEP works with other construction activities.

3. Mechanical and Electrical Systems

• Supervise electrical installations including power distribution, cables, lighting, sockets, generators, transformers, and related systems- and resolve installation issues.
• Supervise mechanical building services, including water supply, drainage, sanitary, waste-water, HVAC, ventilation, pumps, mechanical equipment, and related systems and installations.
• Review electrical load requirements and ensure installations meet project specifications.
• Ensure mechanical equipment is installed according to approved specifications and manufacturers' requirements.
• Monitor equipment performance and coordinate testing and commissioning of electrical systems.

4. Materials & Cost Control

• Review MEP material requirements and assist with preparation and verification of material schedules.
• Inspect MEP materials and equipment to ensure compliance with approved specifications, monitor material usage and minimize unnecessary wastage.
• Support the Procurement team in reviewing technical specifications and supplier submissions.
• Identify opportunities for cost-effective engineering solutions without compromising quality or safety.

5. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of MEP site activities and inspections.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly MEP progress reports as required.
• Maintain records of drawings, revisions, test results, inspection requests, material approvals, and technical submissions.
• Assist in preparing as-built drawings and final MEP documentation.
• Provide technical reports and updates to the Project Manager and management.
• Attend project meetings and provide updates on MEP progress, challenges, and requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years' relevant experience in MEP engineering within the construction or building services industry.
• Proven, practical experience supervising MEP works on residential or mixed-use construction projects and coordinating MEP subcontractors and site teams.
• A relevant professional certification or membership of a recognized engineering body is an advantage.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing building services.
• Ability to interpret and review engineering drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of HVAC, electrical power distribution, lighting, plumbing, drainage, fire protection, and related building services.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit MEP/BIM and relevant engineering/design software.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
• Strong understanding of quality control and construction practices.
• Ability to identify and resolve technical issues and site problems.
• Professional integrity and accountability

Work Location: In person