MEP Resident Engineer – Data Centres

About the role

We are seeking a Resident Engineer specialised in Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) for a data‑centre project. The role involves supervising, inspecting and coordinating electromechanical works to ensure they meet design, quality, safety and programme requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise on‑site electromechanical works for the data‑centre, ensuring compliance with approved drawings, specifications and quality standards.
• Oversee installation and coordination of mechanical, electrical, fire‑protection, control and other mission‑critical systems.
• Review shop drawings, technical submittals, method statements, RFIs and as‑built documentation for alignment with design intent.
• Conduct inspections, monitor QA/QC compliance, identify defects and ensure corrective actions are closed.
• Support testing, pre‑commissioning, commissioning and integrated systems verification.
• Monitor contractor performance, site progress and interface coordination, reporting risks, delays and technical issues.
• Prepare site reports, maintain accurate records and assist with project hand‑over and close‑out activities.

Required profile

• 5–10 years of solid experience in MEP/electromechanical construction supervision.
• Experience on mission‑critical, industrial or large‑scale building projects.
• Preferably exposure to data‑centres, hospitals, airports or other high‑reliability facilities.
• Strong understanding of quality, safety and commissioning requirements.

Required skills

• MEP construction supervision
• Electromechanical systems coordination
• Mechanical, electrical and fire‑protection system installation
• Building controls and instrumentation
• Shop drawing and technical submittal review
• QA/QC compliance monitoring
• Commissioning and pre‑commissioning procedures