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MEP Engineer at Utopia in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Skills
Job Description
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced On-site MEP Engineer to support the ongoing construction of a luxury project in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica. This is a fully onsite role requiring relocation to a local village within the Santa Teresa region.
You will report directly to the MEP Manager and Head of Construction, and work within a multidisciplinary environment, collaborating with architects, interior designers, structural engineers, procurement teams, and client representatives to ensure the highest standards of project delivery.
To succeed in this role, you must possess excellent communication and presentation skills. We seek a punctual, detail-oriented, and self-organized professional motivated to deliver high-quality results.
What you will do
Provide technical support and guidance to in-house design & QS teams, third party designers, consultants and contractors throughout the design process.
Assist in the review and evaluate Electrical/HVAC/Plumbing design to ensure compliance with project requirements.
Collaborate with architects, engineers and managers to optimise Electrical/HVAC/Plumbing systems integration.
Timely resolve technical issues and challenges during the design phase.
Stay updated on industry trends, codes, and regulations related to Electrical/HVAC/Plumbing systems.
Assist on the management, control and tracking changes and variations in accordance with the corporate routine.
Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with a concentration in HVAC or mechanical systems
7 to 15 years of experience in design consultancy or general contractor
Experience working on low-rise residential and hospitality projects - private homes and villas, hotels and resorts
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD
Professional level of English, both written and verbal
Full-time, on-site role in Cape Town, South Africa
Competitive compensation
Opportunity to work on a landmark luxury hospitality project from construction through delivery
Collaboration within a professional, international, multidisciplinary team