Project Engineer- HVAC

Not Specified | Permanent, full-time
Ref: JB35 (2 days ago)
Guildhall is proud to be supporting a leading engineering and construction company in Dubai on a portfolio of major high-rise, commercial, residential, hospitality, and mixed-use developments across the UAE.

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Project Engineer – HVAC to join their project delivery team. This is a key role responsible for managing the execution, coordination, testing, and commissioning of HVAC systems while ensuring compliance with project specifications, authority requirements, quality standards, and project schedules.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Review HVAC design drawings, calculations, specifications, and BOQs to ensure compliance with project and authority requirements
  • Lead HVAC design coordination, cooling load reviews, equipment selection, and shop drawing development
  • Supervise the installation, testing, balancing, and commissioning of HVAC systems including chillers, pumps, AHUs, FAHUs, FCUs, ductwork, piping, and associated equipment
  • Coordinate with consultants, clients, authorities, subcontractors, and other engineering disciplines to resolve technical and site-related issues
  • Prepare and review material submittals, method statements, ITPs, and technical documentation
  • Lead and supervise site teams to ensure quality, productivity, safety, and timely project delivery
  • Monitor project progress, manpower allocation, and material requirements to achieve project milestones
  • Verify installations for compliance with ASHRAE, SMACNA, NFPA, Dubai Municipality, Dubai Civil Defence, and project specifications
  • Support design modifications, variation orders, value engineering initiatives, and cost optimization opportunities
  • Participate in project coordination and technical meetings with stakeholders
  • Lead testing, commissioning, and performance validation activities for HVAC systems
  • Prepare as-built drawings, O&M manuals, commissioning records, and final handover documentation
  • Ensure all works are executed in accordance with approved HSE requirements and company procedures
Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • UAE Society of Engineers registration
  • Dubai Civil Defence (DCD) or relevant local authority approval is preferred
  • Strong knowledge of NFPA, IPC, ASHRAE, SMACNA, and other relevant international standards
  • 10–12 years of experience in HVAC engineering and project execution within the construction industry
  • Minimum 8–10 years of GCC experience, preferably within the UAE
  • Proven expertise in HVAC systems for large-scale commercial, residential, hospitality, industrial, and mixed-use developments
  • Strong experience in installation, testing, balancing, and commissioning of HVAC systems
  • Experience with local authority approvals and compliance requirements
  • District cooling plant installation and commissioning experience will be a strong advantage
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and working knowledge of AutoCAD
  • Familiarity with Primavera P6 and/or MS Project is preferred
  • Strong leadership, coordination, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills
  • Immediate joiners are highly preferred