MEP Assurance Consultant (Building Systems Inspections Audit) at Independent Project Monitoring Company Limited (IPMC)

Role Overview

• We are seeking qualified engineers tsupport the delivery of independent technical inspections and assurance audits on a complex, multi-system commercial facility with high requirements for safety, reliability, and operational readiness.
• The role involves participation in the assessment of building services systems prior tcommissioning/operation, ensuring compliance with applicable standards and identifying deficiencies across key engineering systems.
• Candidates may have a core specialization in one discipline (Electrical, Mechanical/HVAC, or Plumbing), with working knowledge of other MEP systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in the inspection, testing, and assessment of building systems, including:
• Electrical systems (power, distribution, and low-voltage installations)
• Earthing and grounding systems
• HVAC systems (cooling, ventilation, air distribution)

Plumbing and water systems

• Fire detection and fire protection systems
• Basic review of vertical transportation systems (elevators/lifts)
• Conduct site-based audits tverify:

Installation quality

• System integrity and functionality
• Compliance with design specifications and applicable standards

Support specialized inspections such as:

• Thermographic assessments
• Fire safety system reviews
• Equipment and system performance checks
• Identify defects, non-conformities, and potential operational risks
• Contribute tthe preparation of structured technical reports, including:
• Findings and observations
• Risk classification (critical/major/minor)
• Recommendations for remediation
•  Interface with internal teams and, where applicable, external specialists supporting specific inspection scopes

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or related discipline)
• Minimum of 7 years’ relevant experience in:
• MEP systems inspection 
• Commissioning
• Technical audits or building services engineering
• Demonstrable strength in at least one core discipline:
• Electrical (including earthing and low voltage), OR
• Mechanical/HVAC, OR
• Plumbing systems
• Working knowledge of other MEP systems is required
• Familiarity with applicable standards such as:
• IEC / IEEE (electrical systems)
• ASHRAE (HVAC systems)
• NFPA (fire safety systems)

Preferred Qualifications (Advantageous)

• COREN registration
• Infrared Thermography Certification (Level I or II)
• Experience in fire safety systems inspection
• Experience with commissioning or pre-operational readiness assessments
• Exposure thigh-occupancy or safety-critical facilities (e.g., commercial complexes, healthcare, hospitality, or similar environments)

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and inspection skills
• Attention tdetail and ability tidentify system deficiencies
• Practical understanding of building systems integration
• Ability twork on-site in a structured inspection environment
• Clear technical reporting and documentation skills