Lead MEP Assurance Engineers

Position Overview

As Lead MEP Assurance Engineer you will head our mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) discipline within an independent third-party assurance and monitoring consultancy. You’ll guide technical reviews, on-site inspections, commissioning witness tests and reporting—ensuring clients’ projects meet specified performance, code, sustainability and quality requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

• Lead and mentor a team of MEP engineers and commissioning specialists.
• Develop and enforce standardized QA/QC and assurance monitoring procedures.

Independent Design Review

• Review MEP design drawings, specifications and calculations for compliance with applicable codes and standards (e.g., ASHRAE, NFPA, CIBSE, local regulations).
• Assess energy-performance and sustainability goals (e.g., LEED, BREEAM, WELL).
• Identify potential design conflicts, performance risks and cost-optimization opportunities.

Site Inspections & Commissioning Oversight

• Plan and conduct periodic site visits to verify installations against approved design and performance criteria.
• Witness factory testing, equipment start-up and commissioning of HVAC, electrical distribution, lighting, fire-protection and plumbing systems.
• Document non-conformances; work with contractors/consultants to secure timely corrective actions.

Reporting & Client Interface

• Prepare clear, concise assurance reports, punch-lists and technical memoranda.
• Present findings and recommendations to clients, project teams and regulatory bodies.
• Act as the client’s independent representative during hand-over, performance testing and final acceptance.

Project Management

• Develop scopes of work, staffing plans and schedules for MEP assurance services.
• Monitor budgets, track deliverables and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

Required Qualifications

Education & Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Building Services Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• Chartered/registered engineer (PE, CEng,COREN, NSE or equivalent).

Experience

• 10+ years of hands-on MEP design, installation and commissioning experience.
• Minimum 5 years in third-party assurance, QA/QC or commissioning leadership roles.

Technical Skills

• Deep knowledge of international and local codes and standards.
• Proven track record with sustainable building performance frameworks (e.g., LEED, BREEAM).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit/BIM and Microsoft Office.

Soft Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong report-writing ability.
• Leadership mindset with demonstrated ability to mentor and motivate multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills and acute attention to detail.

Desirable Attributes

• Experience in specialized sectors such as industrial facilities generally.
• Familiarity with performance contracting, energy modeling tools and advanced building automation systems.
• Professional certification in commissioning (CxA), energy auditing or quality management (e.g., ISO 9001).

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and certification support.
• Exposure to high-profile, mission-critical projects worldwide.
• A collaborative, integrity-driven work environment.