HVAC ENGINEER

DAAD Global LLC is looking for a skilled HVAC Engineer to lead the execution of HVAC projects in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Reporting directly to the CEO, this role involves overseeing all phases of project delivery—from design review through testing, commissioning, and final handover. The successful candidate will manage technical submittals, coordinate with consultants and clients, supervise site execution, and control project costs to ensure timely delivery within budget and to specification. The position requires both site and office presence.

Key Responsibilities

Design Review & Engineering:
- Review HVAC drawings, specifications, and BOQs at project initiation.
- Verify heat load calculations, equipment selection, and duct/pipe sizing using AutoCAD.
- Develop value-engineering proposals and suggest alternative equipment options.
- Identify design gaps and clashes prior to execution.

Technical Submittals & Approvals:
- Prepare material submittals, technical data sheets, and compliance statements.
- Coordinate preparation of shop drawings and as-built drawings.
- Address consultant comments and ensure timely closure.
- Maintain a live submittal log to track approval status.

Procurement Support:
- Prepare material take-offs and purchase requests.
- Evaluate supplier quotations from both technical and commercial perspectives.
- Liaise with suppliers for VRF systems, chillers, packaged units, ducting, and insulation.
- Ensure materials are delivered on schedule and conform to approved specifications.

Site Execution & Coordination:
- Plan project execution and set weekly targets for the HVAC Supervisor.
- Coordinate activities with civil, electrical, and plumbing trades.
- Conduct site inspections and raise inspection requests with consultants.
- Manage variations and document all site instructions.

Testing, Commissioning & Handover:
- Supervise pressure testing, vacuum testing, air balancing, and system commissioning.
- Prepare testing and commissioning reports, operation and maintenance manuals, and handover documents.
- Coordinate snag closure and final acceptance procedures.

Cost & Progress Reporting:
- Prepare monthly progress reports and progress invoices.
- Monitor actual costs against budget and highlight any overruns early.
- Submit structured weekly reports to management.

Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in HVAC project execution.
- Practical experience with VRF, split/ducted, packaged, and chilled water systems.
- Working knowledge of ASHRAE and SMACNA standards.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong written and spoken English; Arabic language skills are an advantage.

Performance KPIs
- Achieve a submittal first-time approval rate of at least 80%.
- Ensure project milestones are met on schedule at least 90% of the time.
- Keep material wastage and rework below 3% of project cost.
- Submit monthly invoices on time, maintaining 100% compliance.
- Maintain 100% compliance with weekly reporting requirements.
- Achieve zero major non-conformance reports (NCRs) from consultants.

This role offers the opportunity to work on challenging HVAC projects in a dynamic environment, contributing directly to successful project delivery and client satisfaction. Candidates with strong technical expertise and proven project management skills are encouraged to apply.