Commissioning Engineer - Mechanical

About AESG

Our rapidly expanding AESG team is part of an acclaimed international consultancy specializing in Engineering and Advisory services. With headquarters in London, Riyadh, Singapore, Dubai, Cape Town, Cairo, and Sydney, we operate extensively across the Middle East, Europe, and Asia. Our expertise spans four primary divisions: Building Engineering, Planning and Infrastructure, Strategy and Advisory, and Commissioning, Handover and Asset Management.

We pride ourselves on being industry front-runners in our service areas, backed by one of the largest dedicated teams possessing decades of experience in sustainable design, fire and life safety, cost management, façade engineering, commissioning, building performance, waste and environmental consultancy, carbon management, and acoustics.

Role Purpose

• Serve as a key member of a multi-disciplinary project team representing AESG by performing site inspections and verifying accuracy of testing outcomes.
• Deliver commissioning services that meet the high standards expected by AESG's client base.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education:
  • Degree in MEP or Building Services Engineering, including but not limited to BSc Mechanical Engineering, BSc Electrical Engineering, or BSc Building Services Engineering.
  • College diploma in MEP or Building Services Engineering such as HNC, HND or equivalents.
  • College certificate in MEP or Building Services Engineering like ONC, OND or equivalents, or trade experience combined with City & Guilds certification.
• Experience:
  • Minimum five years of relevant experience with an engineering degree.
  • At least six years if holding a college diploma.
  • Minimum seven years if possessing a college certificate or trade certification.
• Industry Certifications: Incorporated Engineer status is preferred but not mandatory. CSA Grade 4 qualification and commissioning certifications such as BCA, ACG, or NEBB are advantageous but not essential.
• Competence: Demonstrated advanced skills and significant experience, capable of handling complex tasks independently.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct independent site inspections within the designated discipline.
• Review project designs, tolerances, and agreed working methods.
• Evaluate testing procedures and results to ensure compliance with project specifications and relevant industry standards.
• Support documentation review to verify adherence to project specs and codes of practice.
• Report findings clearly and precisely to senior team members.
• Maintain professional liaison with contractors’ commissioning teams.
• Perform onsite quality installation observations.
• Produce high-quality documentation, including detailed site observation reports.
• Engage in meetings and workshops as needed.
• Oversee installation progress, submittals, and use of engineering tools following project and commissioning protocols.
• Monitor task completion, preparing project lookaheads and milestone trackers.
• Maintain daily logs recording activities, inspections, document reviews, and site authority decisions.

Core Competencies

• Leadership and team management, with responsibility for daily operations and performance optimization.
• Excellent communication skills facilitating collaboration across departments and client interactions.
• Strong technical expertise with ability to handle complex challenges and apply practical solutions.
• Innovative mindset staying current on industry developments and technological advancements.
• Client-focused approach ensuring satisfaction and ability to represent the company professionally.
• Strategic vision supporting corporate and divisional business growth and opportunity development.
• Effective time and project management to keep deliverables on track and prioritize urgent tasks.
• Proven industry experience managing diverse project types and meeting deadlines.
• Project management skills enabling independent delivery of smaller-scale projects, including budget and client interface responsibilities.
• Experience mentoring or managing small teams within live project environments.
• Commercial insight supporting project financial management and proposal development.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities addressing task coordination and issue resolution.
• Promoting employee experience through recognition programs, surveys, and well-being initiatives, alongside process compliance and regulatory awareness.
• Commitment to AESG core values: honesty, flexibility, adaptability, client-centricity, and collaboration.