Deputy General Manager - MEP (Design)

PURPOSE

To lead the Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing (MEP) design strategy and execution for DLF’s hospitality projects, including clubs, hotels, resorts, and wellness spaces. The role ensures world-class standards, engineering excellence, sustainability, guest comfort, and cost-efficiency by driving MEP design across all project stages from concept to commissioning.

REPORTS TO

VP – Design

REPORTING ROLES

Asst. General Manager | Senior Manager | Manager MEP | Engineers | Consultants (as applicable)

INTERACTS WITH

• External - MEP consultants, hotel operators, vendors, contractors, and statutory authorities
• Internal - Projects, MEP, Procurement, Costing, Operations, Finance, Legal and Senior Management

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Drive Operational Excellence

• Lead MEP design development across all stages – Concept, SD, DD, GFC.
• Collaborate with international MEP consultants, operators, and design teams to ensure global standards.
• Drive integration of cutting-edge technologies in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, firefighting, IBMS, energy efficiency, and sustainability.
• Ensure coordination between Architecture, Interiors, and MEP systems to eliminate design conflicts.

Strategic Design & Innovation

• Ensure compliance with NBC, IS codes, ECBC, Fire & Life Safety, and IGBC/LEED standards.
• Conduct value engineering for optimal lifecycle costs without compromising performance or guest comfort.
• Introduce sustainable, smart building technologies to improve operational efficiency and guest experience.
• Leverage digital tools (Revit MEP, BIM, simulations) for accuracy, efficiency, and proactive risk management.

Cross-Functional Team Coordination

• Review and approve consultant deliverables, technical drawings, and BOQs.
• Support project teams during tendering, vendor evaluations, and site execution.
• Maintain technical documentation, design trackers, and ensure timely approvals.
• Act as the technical interface between consultants, operators, and project execution teams.

People Management

• Mentor and guide junior engineers, strengthening in-house technical capabilities.
• Build a high-performing MEP design team aligned with organizational goals.
• Encourage knowledge sharing and continuous learning in sustainable and smart technologies

Business & Financial Acumen

• Align MEP design planning with project budgets and cost objectives.
• Support costing and procurement teams in technical vendor evaluations and negotiations.
• Balance technical innovation with financial feasibility and long-term operational efficiency.

Leadership

• Represent MEP design at leadership and operator-level discussions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with international consultants and hotel operator technical teams.
• Champion innovation, sustainability, and guest-centric MEP solutions across all projects.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure strict adherence to regulatory, statutory, and operator-specific technical requirements.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with MEP design changes, contractor dependencies, and compliance gaps.
• Uphold DLF’s commitment to safety, quality, and sustainability in all MEP design initiatives.

Occupational Health & Safety Responsibilities

• Incorporate OH&S standards in MEP system designs, particularly in firefighting, electrical safety, and equipment planning.
• Ensure safety considerations are integrated into consultant contracts and site execution plans.
• Conduct safety design audits and ensure compliance with life-safety protocols.

QUALIFICATIONS

• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering (M.Tech preferred).

WORK EXPERIENCE

• 15+ years of progressive experience in MEP design, with at least 5 years in hospitality projects.
• Minimum 5 years in design consultancy handling large-scale projects