Assistant Resident Engineer – MEP (Data Centre Construction)

Job Overview

WSP Middle East is looking for a seasoned Assistant Resident Engineer specializing in MEP systems for an extensive data centre project near Riyadh. This full-time, on-site position demands active supervision from mobilisation through commissioning to ensure exceptional construction quality and coordination of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing installations.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead daily supervision of MEP construction activities throughout every phase of the project.
• Monitor contractor outputs for compliance with project specifications and schedules.
• Verify that construction adheres to approved drawings and industry standards.
• Review and sanction shop drawings, method statements, and material submissions.
• Supervise installation of MEP components including electrical, mechanical, HVAC, ELV, and ICT systems.
• Ensure systems meet mission-critical design criteria such as uptime, redundancy, and resilience.
• Serve as principal liaison among clients, EPC contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
• Help resolve technical and on-site challenges promptly.
• Participate in coordination and progress meetings, delivering detailed updates.
• Implement rigorous quality assurance processes and inspection protocols.
• Confirm installations comply with project demands, international standards, and local regulations.
• Facilitate testing, commissioning, and validation of completed systems.
• Champion a safety-first culture in all site operations following WSP and client HSE guidelines.
• Track project milestones, report delays or risks, and assist in planning mitigations.
• Supervise system commissioning activities ensuring readiness aligned with data centre operational targets.
• Support documentation and closure of final handover procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• More than 15 years’ experience, particularly with data centre or mission-critical infrastructure projects.
• Extensive history in onsite construction supervision roles.
• In-depth knowledge of MEP systems and data centre infrastructure including power, cooling, and ICT.
• Experience collaborating with EPC contractors on large-scale developments.
• Previous work experience in the Middle East, ideally Saudi Arabia.