Senior MEP Project Manager

Senior MEP Project Manager – Data Centres

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

The Opportunity

We are seeking experienced Senior MEP Project Managers with proven data centre experience to join a major, high-profile data centre expansion programme in Abu Dhabi.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering critical digital infrastructure, overseeing complex mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) packages within a fast-paced, technically demanding environment.

Working across the procurement and delivery lifecycle, you will take ownership of major MEP workstreams, coordinate multidisciplinary teams and drive the successful delivery of mission-critical systems to the highest standards of quality, safety and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of major MEP packages across a large-scale data centre development.
• Manage the full project lifecycle, from procurement, subcontractor appointment and planning through installation, testing, commissioning and handover.
• Coordinate mechanical, electrical, fire protection and associated building services systems.
• Oversee subcontractors, specialist suppliers, consultants and multidisciplinary site teams.
• Manage project programmes, resources, budgets, risks and progress against key milestones.
• Drive procurement activities, technical reviews, package coordination and supplier performance.
• Ensure all works comply with project specifications, relevant standards, quality requirements and health and safety regulations.
• Resolve technical and construction challenges, coordinating interfaces between trades and other project stakeholders.
• Oversee testing and commissioning activities, including integrated systems testing where required.
• Provide regular progress updates and commercial and programme reporting to senior project leadership.

About You

To be considered, you will have:

• Extensive experience in MEP project management on large-scale construction projects.
• Demonstrable experience delivering data centre projects, ideally hyperscale or other mission-critical facilities.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical and electrical building services, including power distribution, backup power, cooling and associated infrastructure.
• Experience managing complex MEP packages from procurement through to installation, commissioning and handover.
• A proven track record of managing subcontractors, suppliers and multidisciplinary delivery teams.
• Strong programme management, coordination and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with demanding delivery objectives.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to mobilise quickly and be based on-site in Abu Dhabi.

Candidates currently based in the GCC with relevant data centre delivery experience are particularly encouraged to apply.

Location and Remuneration

• Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
• Position: Senior MEP Project Manager
• Remuneration: Indicative monthly rate of approximately AED 60,000, depending on experience and suitability.