Position Overview – Purpose of the Role |
The Assistant Project Manager will be responsible for supervising all on-site activities, ensuring smooth execution of both mechanical and non-mechanical works. While the primary focus will be on mechanical systems, the role also involves overseeing overall site operations to ensure that all tasks align with the project’s objectives, timeline, and quality standards. Reporting directly to the Project Manager, this position requires coordination with various stakeholders, including clients, authorities, and internal departments, to successfully deliver energy retrofit projects while maintaining high safety standards and promoting project efficiency. |
Roles and Responsibilities |
- Oversee daily site activities, with a primary focus on mechanical works, while ensuring the quality and compliance of all on-site activities with project specifications.
- Review technical drawings and perform calculations for mechanical systems, including chilled water systems, ducting, and pressure drops. Ensure installations meet design specifications and engineering standards.
- Liaise with stakeholders, including clients, authorities, and internal teams (BMS, electrical, mechanical, safety), to ensure smooth communication and project alignment.
- Coordinate procurement, selection, and delivery of materials and equipment according to project specifications.
- Record site progress, ensuring alignment with the project timeline. Validate service providers' payment requests based on completed work and document all activities for internal and client reporting.
- Prepare and present weekly progress reports to the client, detailing site activities, challenges, and upcoming work.
- Prepare, review, and ensure approval of engineering submittals such as Material Submittals, Shop Drawings, and Method Statements.
- Ensure proper implementation and integration of Building Management Systems (BMS) related to HVAC, coordinating with the relevant teams for seamless operations.
- Enforce on-site health and safety procedures, ensuring compliance with HSE policies and maintaining a zero-incident environment, Perform site safety walks, promoting and enforcing safe work practices.
- Supervise the testing and commissioning of mechanical systems, ensuring all performance and functional tests are documented.
- Monitor subcontractor performance, ensuring timely delivery of services and materials. Lead the site team, promoting productivity and adherence to quality standards and project timelines.
- Address and resolve technical and operational field issues, providing guidance to the team and subcontractors as necessary.
- Assist in energy retrofit activities, collaborating with audit teams to improve system efficiency.
- Ensure a smooth handover to the client, providing necessary training and handover documentation to their operations and maintenance team.
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Requirements |
- 3-4 years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer in an engineering, contracting, or similar industry within the GCC.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- Familiarity with international codes and standards, such as ASHRAE, CIBSE, and BSRIA, as well as knowledge of KSA building codes.
- Knowledge of Building Management Systems (BMS) and control of mechanical systems is mandatory, including the ability to establish the sequence of operation for various systems (e.g., FAHUs, AHUs, fans, pumps).
- Certified Energy Manager (CEM) certification is a plus.
- Basic knowledge of electrical systems is advantageous.
- Hands-on experience with MS Office, particularly MS Excel, and AutoCAD.
- Proven leadership and team management skills, with a focus on safety and compliance with HSE standards.
- Experience in coordinating with local suppliers and service providers is a plus.
- Strong IT skills, including proficiency in MS Office and AutoCAD.
- Project management and scheduling software is Plus.
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KPI’s |
- Successful delivery of scope within project timelines and budget.
- Timely preparation and approval of all mechanical system documentation, including submittals, O&M manuals, and commissioning reports.
- Zero incidents or breaches of HSE policies on-site.
- Positive client feedback on project execution and handover.
- Implementation of new technologies and energy-saving measures within retrofit projects.
- Compliance with HSE policy
- No HSE incidents
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