Senior MEP Expert (Metro Rail / Underground Infrastructure)

Position Summary

The Senior MEP Expert will be responsible for planning, design review, project management, execution, installation, testing, commissioning, operation readiness, and maintenance support of Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP), HVAC, Environmental Control Systems (ECS), and Tunnel Ventilation Systems (TVS) for Metro Rail, Underground Stations, Tunnels, Depots, Airports, Hospitals, and large-scale infrastructure projects. The role involves coordination with clients, consultants, contractors, vendors, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure project delivery in compliance with quality, safety, schedule, and cost objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Coordination

• Lead end-to-end delivery of MEP, HVAC, ECS, and TVS packages for metro rail and infrastructure projects.
• Develop project execution strategies, work schedules, resource deployment plans, and progress monitoring mechanisms.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and statutory authorities.
• Conduct multidisciplinary coordination meetings for resolving technical and interface issues.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure timely project execution.
• Track project milestones, risks, and mitigation measures.
• Manage manpower planning, procurement schedules, and site activities.

Design Review & Engineering

• Review and verify MEP, HVAC, ECS, and Tunnel Ventilation System designs.
• Evaluate system performance, design calculations, equipment sizing, and engineering deliverables.
• Review and approve technical submittals, material submissions, shop drawings, and method statements.
• Perform design verification for:
• Environmental Control Systems (ECS)
• Tunnel Ventilation Systems (TVS)
• Over Track Exhaust Fans (OTEF)
• Tunnel Ventilation Fans
• Booster Fans
• UPSAF Systems
• AHUs, FCUs, VRV Systems
• Fire and Smoke Control Systems
• Participate in clash detection and service routing optimization.

Installation, Testing & Commissioning

• Supervise installation of HVAC, ECS, TVS, ventilation equipment, ducts, piping, dampers, and associated systems.
• Lead Testing & Commissioning activities.
• Conduct:
• Air balancing
• Smoke extraction testing
• Critical velocity testing
• Fire mode operation testing
• Equipment performance validation
• Coordinate Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT).
• Ensure compliance with project specifications and design requirements.

Metro Rail Systems Expertise

• Manage ECS and TVS systems for Underground Metro Stations and Tunnels.
• Develop and review emergency ventilation strategies.
• Verify normal, congested, and emergency ventilation modes.
• Support operational readiness and emergency response planning.
• Conduct tunnel smoke control assessments and performance evaluation.

Contract Management & Commercial Functions

• Review and certify contractor bills and running account bills.
• Prepare BOQ, technical specifications, tender documents, and cost estimates.
• Manage variation orders, claims, reconciliation statements, and project close-out activities.
• Monitor budget utilization and cost control measures.
• Support procurement activities and vendor evaluations.

Quality Assurance & Safety

• Ensure compliance with project quality management systems.
• Review inspection reports, material approval records, and quality documentation.
• Monitor adherence to health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Lead site audits, inspections, and corrective action implementation.

Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare:
• Daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports
• Technical reports
• Inspection reports
• Project dashboards
• Risk assessment reports
• Commissioning reports
• Maintain project records and close-out documentation.
• Review and approve as-built drawings.

Technical Skills

HVAC Systems

• Air Handling Units (AHU)
• Fan Coil Units (FCU)
• Variable Refrigerant Volume (VRV)
• Variable Air Volume (VAV)
• Heat Recovery Units (HRU)
• Ventilation Systems
• Duct Design & Installation

Tunnel Ventilation & ECS

• Tunnel Ventilation Systems (TVS)
• Environmental Control Systems (ECS)
• Jet Fans
• Axial Fans
• Tunnel Smoke Extraction
• Critical Velocity Analysis
• Emergency Ventilation Operations
• Over Track Exhaust Fans (OTEF)
• Booster Fans
• UPSAF Systems

Project Controls

• Project Planning & Scheduling
• Cost Monitoring
• Resource Planning
• Material Management
• Procurement Coordination
• Vendor Management
• Contract Administration

Software

• MS Excel
• MS Project (preferred)
• AutoCAD
• ERP Systems
• BIM Coordination Tools (preferred) [Resume Vik...Dewda (1) | Word]

Key Competencies

• Leadership and Team Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Technical Decision Making
• Problem Solving & Risk Mitigation
• Contract Administration
• Quality Management
• Communication & Presentation Skills
• Project Delivery Excellence
• Client Relationship Management

Preferred Project Experience

• Metro Rail Projects
• Underground Stations
• Rail Tunnels
• Airports
• Hospitals
• Urban Transit Infrastructure
• Large Commercial Developments
• Government Infrastructure Projects

Notable Relevant Experience

• Madhya Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (MPMRCL)
• Mumbai Metro Line-3
• Kolkata Metro East-West Corridor
• Delhi Metro Phase-III Projects
• Institute of Liver & Biliary Sciences Hospital Projects

Experience

10+ Years

Qualification

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering