MEP Construction Consultant — High-Rise Hotel Projects (Austria-based, Remote Support)

Role Purpose

Provide senior remote MEP construction consultancy support to the construction management team delivering three high-rise hotel towers comprising 3,977 guest rooms in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The consultant will advise on mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, ELV and BMS works throughout construction, commissioning and handover, and will travel to Jeddah periodically for site reviews, workshops, inspections and critical project milestones.

Engagement Basis

• Location: Austria-based, working remotely.
• Travel: Occasional travel to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, for site visits, coordination meetings, technical workshops, inspections, commissioning support and handover activities.
• Project: Three high-rise hotel towers, 3,977 rooms, currently under construction.
• Reporting: To the Project Director / Construction Director, with day-to-day coordination with the site MEP, civil, commercial, design and commissioning teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide remote technical review and advisory support across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, drainage, firefighting, fire protection, ELV and BMS packages.
• Review MEP construction progress, method statements, installation sequences, technical queries, non-conformance reports and proposed resolutions.
• Support the construction team in coordinating MEP works with civil, architectural, façade, interior fit-out and specialist subcontract packages.
• Review MEP shop drawings, coordinated services drawings, material submittals, technical submittals and manufacturer documentation for constructability and compliance.
• Advise on prevention of clashes, rework, delays and variations arising from poor MEP/civil coordination.
• Support quality assurance by reviewing inspection and test plans, inspection requests, testing, balancing and commissioning procedures.
• Provide guidance on MEP commissioning, integrated systems testing, snagging, rectification, handover documentation and operational readiness.
• Assist in reviewing procurement and material approval processes to reduce excess ordering, late deliveries and material rejections.
• Support the project team in managing interfaces with utility providers and relevant authorities for MEP-related approvals, inspections and connections.
• Advise on programme risks, resource requirements, logistics, sequencing and mitigation measures for MEP activities.
• Attend remote progress, technical and coordination meetings; prepare clear advisory notes, action logs and recommendations.
• During site visits, conduct targeted reviews of installation quality, progress, safety-critical MEP interfaces and readiness for subsequent construction activities.
• Support the protection of the Employer’s interests through accurate documentation of technical issues, delays, instructions, approvals and exceptions.

Qualifications

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Experience

• 15–20 years’ total experience in MEP construction, consultancy or construction management.
• Minimum 5–10 years in a comparable senior role on major hotel, high-rise or mixed-use projects
• Preferred experience delivering high-rise hotels for international operators from construction through commissioning and handover.
• Experience providing remote consultancy or multi-site technical support is desirable.
• Working knowledge of relevant international MEP standards, codes and hotel-operator technical requirements.

Technical Knowledge

• Detailed knowledge of design, procurement, installation, testing, commissioning and handover of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, firefighting, ELV and BMS systems.
• Strong understanding of MEP coordination, construction sequencing, modular construction and high-rise hotel delivery.
• Practical understanding of civil and architectural interfaces affecting MEP installation.
• Knowledge of commissioning, T&C, authority approvals, utility coordination and hotel handover processes.
• Ability to review construction documentation and provide concise, actionable remote advice.

Competencies

• Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills for effective remote collaboration across time zones.
• Ability to identify technical and programme risks early and recommend practical solutions.
• Organised, responsive and able to manage multiple packages and priorities.
• Collaborative approach with contractors, consultants, subcontractors and internal project teams.
• Flexible and adaptable to evolving construction conditions and project priorities.

Compensation

To be agreed based on experience, scope and expected travel commitment. The original employment package elements, basic salary, housing allowance and transportation allowance, should be replaced with an appropriate monthly consultancy fee, plus agreed travel, accommodation and per-diem arrangements for Jeddah visits.