Senior Mechanical HVAC Engineer

Job description / Role

At Stantec, we approach every project as a partnership, because our work creates a lasting impact on our clients’ communities. We believe that when smart, passionate, creative people come together, real possibilities are within reach.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do; they give our work purpose. If you want to be a part of our unwavering team and can bring your sense of imagination and determination to every challenge, then this is the right place for you.

Stantec is currently looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (HVAC) to join our dynamic team in Dubai.

Some of the key job responsibilities of this role entail this following:

Purpose:
To supervise the development of the functional designs of a project in line with Stantec’s Quality Standards, Client and Statutory Authority requirements

Responsibilities:
• Be responsible for all aspects of the Mechanical Design delivery on projects assigned to the individual
• Will lead, manage and take ownership of the Mechanical Design team engaged in accurate and quality driven delivery of various projects
• Communicates and coordinates with all Disciplines and Stakeholders on a daily basis, and when required the ability to coordinate with teams across other Stantec Global offices.
• Demonstrates an understanding of budgeting and supporting requirements for project / bids
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise directly with Clients, Statutory Authorities, and other 3rd parties as required.
• Demonstrates ownership qualities, for the team quality, and the timely delivery of projects
• Demonstrates ability to master being a discipline specific Senior Design Engineer as defined by Stantec procedures
• Demonstrates sound understanding of other related building design disciplines
• Demonstrates mentoring capability
• Keeping all project related documentation in compliance with Stantec systems, processes, and procedures.
• Anticipates challenges and project risks and recommends necessary mitigating measures, and where necessary relates these internally to Commercial Team and, externally, to Client/Client Representatives..

Requirements

• Over 10 years of experience working within an International Design Firm, with a focus on Heating Ventilation and Airconditioning (HVAC) Design. Minimum of five (5) within the Middle East region, preferably the UAE
• A discipline specific design team leader with a demonstrable career progression with a HVAC bias in the field of Building Services Engineering
• Excellent communicator, both oral and written, who can concisely and with sufficient detail direct supporting engineering staff
• Demonstrates an understanding of budgeting and supporting requirements for project / bids
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise directly with Clients, Statutory Authorities, and other 3rd parties as required
• Demonstrates ownership qualities, for the team quality, and the timely delivery of projects
• Demonstrates ability to master being a discipline specific Senior Design Engineer as defined by Stantec procedures
• Experience with all type of projects including healthcare, hospitality, commercial, residential and refurbishment projects
• A full understanding of the standard industry software. Working knowledge of REVIT/ AutoCAD, Energy Modeling, and MS Office programs is required
• Familiarity with International Building Codes and Standards, including the International Mechanical Code and NFPA is required
• The Mechanical Engineer will independently prepare the design of the HVAC piping and air side systems to include the completion of code reviews, preparation of the basis of design, system calculations, review of Revit CAD drawings, specification preparation, field investigations, and other such design as required to execute the HVAC construction for new or renovated buildings.

Interfaces & Communications
• Role resides within the Built Environment Design Division
• Reports to Head of Discipline for internal matters
• Reports to Project Director/Manager for project related matters
• Primary points of Contact include Design Division, Corporate Support, and Business Controls:
• Principal Engineer/Architect/Interior Designer/Landscape (project updates & advise)
• Other Engineers/Architects/Interior Designers/Landscape (project work coordination)
• Clients, Consultants, Statutory and Municipal Authorities, Contractors, and other 3rd parties.
• BIM/REVIT/AutoCAD Operators (Coordinate, Communicate, and Feedback on drawing preparations)
• BIM/REVIT/AutoCAD Managers (Advising Technicians’ development)
• BIM Manager (for technical ability and platform learning) Project / Bid Managers (For inputting on future project)

About the Company

Communities are fundamental. Whether around the corner or across the globe, they provide a foundation, a sense of place and of belonging. That’s why at Stantec, we always design with community in mind.

We care about the communities we serve—because they’re our communities too. This allows us to assess what’s needed and connect our expertise, to appreciate nuances and envision what’s never been considered, to bring together diverse perspectives so we can collaborate toward a shared success.

We’re designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. Balancing these priorities results in projects that advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.