LEAD - MEP Planning Engineer

Job description

LEAD - MEP Planning Engineer (Mechanical) / Project Control Engineer

Mechanical / Electrical Engineer with 8-12 years hands on experience in leading the planning and executing of MEP services for medium to large scale Data Centre projects.

Job location: Hyderabad.

Specialization: BE / B.Tech Mechanical

Experience: 8-12 years of hands-on experience in Data Center / Critical Facility Operations & Maintenance

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead site execution of precision cooling systems (CRAC/CRAH units), chillers, AHUs, chilled water piping, and ductwork as per approved GA/P&ID/SLD drawings.
• Oversee PHE works: domestic water supply, sewage/drainage systems, and plumbing fixtures for admin and support blocks.
• Coordinate false ceiling, duct routing, and structural interfaces with civil, electrical, and BMS teams to avoid clashes and rework.
• Conduct quantity take-offs (QTO) for ducting, piping, insulation, and fire protection BOM against drawings and BOQ.
• Supervise installation of fire protection systems fire hydrant network, sprinklers, clean agent (FM-200/Novec 1230) systems, and FAPA/VESDA in line with NBC and TAC/NFPA norms.
• Monitor daily progress against the master schedule (Gantt/MSP); prepare and update Daily/Weekly Progress Reports (DPR).
• Expert in planning of MEP activities, identifying bottlenecks, guiding the site MEP planning team, daily progress reviews, weekly reviews.
• Ensure effective coordination across design, engineering, and site teams, maintaining alignment with project objectives and standards.
• Oversee site progress, quality, safety, and resource utilization, ensuring timely and efficient project delivery.
• Act as the key interface for clients, consultants, vendors, and contractors, driving resolution of technical and operational challenges.
• Oversee integration of MEP/EMS systems with civil and IT infrastructure for seamless project delivery.
• Strengthen project governance, reporting, and expediting processes, ensuring clear visibility and timely decision-making.
• Participate in daily and weekly review meetings, sharing clear updates and highlighting concerns
• Build and lead a high-performing team, focusing on capability development and a culture of accountability.
• Deliver projects with a strong focus on reliability, operational continuity, and long-term sustainability.
• Maintain and update trackers, dashboards, and progress reports for visibility.
• Focus on critical items and bottlenecks, ensuring timely closure through regular follow-ups.
• Support planning activities and lookahead schedules based on current site status.
• Ensure timely movement of documents, approvals, and key inputs required for execution.
• Provide regular MIS updates (daily/weekly/monthly) to management.

Vendor & Contractor Coordination

• Coordinate manufacturing and delivery schedules for CRAC/CRAH units, chillers, pumps, AHUs, and fire protection equipment with OEMs (e.g., Pennar Industries and similar vendors).
• Review vendor GA drawings, technical submittals, and QAP documents against project specifications and approve for construction.
• Coordinate FAT/inspection at vendor works for major mechanical equipment (chillers, CRAC units, pumps, fire pumps).
• Track subcontractor performance on HVAC, fire protection, and PHE packages; resolve field-level technical queries

Commissioning & Testing

• Plan and execute commissioning of HVAC systems including trial runs, air balancing (TAB), and performance testing of CRAC/CRAH units.
• Prepare and execute commissioning checklists across mechanical sub-systems (chilled water, ducting, fire protection, plumbing) covering the full equipment list and category-wise sign-off.
• Coordinate fire protection system testing: hydrant flow tests, sprinkler flushing, and clean-agent system discharge testing/simulation.
• Support Integrated Systems Testing (IST) by aligning mechanical system readiness with electrical and BMS commissioning timelines.
• Troubleshoot performance issues during trial runs and coordinate corrective actions with OEMs/contractors.

Safety

• Enforce EHS protocols, permit-to-work systems (hot work, confined space, LOTO), and PPE compliance during installation, pressure testing, and commissioning.

Required Qualifications

• Education: B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering (Diploma with strong site experience also considered)
• Experience: 812 years in MEP execution/commissioning, with at least 3–5 years specifically on data centre or other mission-critical facility projects
• Certifications (preferred): Uptime Institute ATD, NEBOSH/IOSH (safety), OEM commissioning certifications for HVAC/fire protection systems
• Strong multi-discipline site coordination (civil, electrical, BMS, fire protection)

Key Attributes

• Ability to read and cross-verify mechanical drawings against site conditions quickly
• Structured documentation habits (checklists, sign-off registers, QTOs)
• Comfortable managing multiple vendors and contractors under tight commissioning timelines
• Strong troubleshooting ability during trial runs and live system testing

Required Skills

• Contractor and subcontractor management.
• Project planning and progress monitoring.
• Strong communication, coordination, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office, AutoCAD, Revit MEP (optional).
• Knowledge of Planning, Scheduling, Tracking of MEP activities.
• Knowledge of MS Project and Prime-vira shall be added advantage for selection