Senior Mechanical Engineer

Job description / Role

Objectives: The role will represent the firm in communications with the client, consultants and contractors from post contract award, on assigned projects. Also, be actively involved in the design phase of the assigned projects. Technically assess contractor’s submittals in accordance with relevant discipline-focused strategy and procedures, contract specification.

Main responsibilities:
• Provide leadership and subject matter expertise to the project to achieve time, cost, quality and safety objectives
• Be actively involved in Design, monitor and report on the production of information with respect to the discipline-related services submittal progress
• Review submitted shop drawings and material submittals (and the like) against the drawings and specifications, local codes and statutory requirements and international best practice
• Check and ensure co-ordination between discipline-related services works and all other disciplines
• Provide technical input and experience to resolve discipline-related engineering issues on the Project
• Monitor the consultant’s performance to ensure that they are fulfilling their roles and responsibilities (if applicable).

Reporting to: General Manager

Subordinates: NA

Other interactions: Related Project Manager(s)

Number required: 1

Duration: Permanent Position

Desired start date: 01/10/2016

Probation: 6 months

Working Hours: Sunday to Thursday, 8.30am to 5.30pm

Commission / Bonus: NA

Other Benefits: Health Insurance for & Annual Economy Flight Ticket for employee

Travel requirements: Occasional travel in the region

Gross monthly base salary: Negotiable

Requirements

• Worked on all phases (from start to finish) of at least 3 Healthcare projects design
• Demonstrated knowledge of specific discipline techniques, procedure, codes of practice and relevant international standards
• Demonstrated experience and capability in all aspects of relevant discipline engineering
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a positive client relationship and professional firm image
• Ability to understand, identify and assess project risk
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written
• Ability to organize, lead, and motivate people
• Member of Professional Engineering Society
• PE; P.M.P an advantage
• Specialist knowledge: Healthcare
• Well experience in REVIT & Autocad

About the Company

Australian based TAHPI opened its offices in Dubai Healthcare City in 2000. The organisation provides a comprehensive range of services in the health planning, design and operational commissioning services for healthcare projects. The company has been involved in the setting up of standards and guidelines, as well as the training and professional development of healthcare planners, architects and managers for over 13 years.

TAHPI is one of the most prolific authors of International Standards and Guidelines for Healthcare Design customised for different regions of the world. TAHPI is the largest developer of software and web-based tools for healthcare Service Planning, Functional Briefing, Supply Capture, Mapping and Equipment Planning for the entire healthcare industry.