HVAC Engineer - Saudi Arabia

DAAD Global LLC is looking for a skilled HVAC Engineer to lead and manage the execution of HVAC projects in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This role involves overseeing the entire project lifecycle from design review through to testing, commissioning, and final handover. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring projects meet technical specifications, stay within budget, and are delivered on schedule. The position requires close coordination with consultants, clients, suppliers, and site teams, balancing technical accuracy with cost control and timely execution.

Key Responsibilities

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

Technical Submittals & Approvals:
- Prepare material submittals, technical data sheets, and compliance statements.
- Coordinate and prepare 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 with civil, electrical, and plumbing teams to ensure smooth workflow.
- Conduct site inspections and raise inspection requests with consultants as needed.
- Manage variations and document all site instructions thoroughly.

Testing, Commissioning & Handover:
- Supervise pressure testing, vacuum testing, air balancing, and system commissioning activities.
- Prepare testing and commissioning reports, operation and maintenance manuals, and handover documentation.
- Coordinate snag closure and facilitate final acceptance by the client.

Cost & Progress Reporting:
- Prepare monthly progress reports and progress invoices.
- Monitor actual costs against budgets and highlight any overruns promptly.
- Submit structured weekly reports to senior 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 command of written and spoken English; Arabic language skills are a plus.

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

This position reports directly to the CEO and is based both on-site and in the office in Riyadh. The role demands a proactive engineer with strong technical knowledge, excellent coordination skills, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders effectively to deliver high-quality HVAC projects.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply through professional platforms by submitting their CV with the job title clearly indicated.