MEP HEAD

Job Description : MEP HEAD KENYA Reporting To: Chief Operating Officer / Managing Director About the Role Master Power Group is seeking an experienced, commercial, and results-driven Head of MEP Business to take end-to-end accountability for the growth, project execution, and financial outcome of our MEP EPC business across Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda. Reporting directly to the COO / MD, you will own the complete commercial lifecyclefrom business development, pipeline strategy, and bid selection to execution, final account settlement, and cash collection. Leading a cluster-based delivery structure, your main objective will be delivering predictable revenue, maintaining approved EBITDA levels, and enforcing cost governance across all projects in the region. Key Responsibilities Strategy & Growth: Formulate and execute the growth strategy for Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda; build a qualified pipeline across residential, hospitality, retail, commercial, and institutional developments. Business Development & Bidding: Own the bid/no-bid process, direct the Sales & Estimation team, establish pricing strategies, and lead post-tender negotiations with main contractors, developers, and consultants. Project Delivery & Governance: Oversee Project Management Cluster Heads to ensure projects meet schedule, budget, quality, and HSE benchmarks using Orion ERP. Cost & Margin Management: Protect the Business Unit's EBITDA by holding material, labor, and supervision costs strictly within the Group MEP cost thresholds; drive value engineering initiatives. Financial & Cash Flow Control: Ensure timely valuation certification, match invoicing to certified values, enforce credit period collections, and safeguard contractual rights regarding retention, variations, and claims. Supply Chain & Procurement: Direct material planning to align site delivery with schedules, eliminate excess inventory, and support procurement in maintaining optimal vendor payment terms. Leadership & Talent: Structure, mentor, and build high-performing teams across all project clusters in alignment with Group HR frameworks. Key Scope & Qualifications Technical Expertise: Comprehensive understanding of MEP EPC packages HVAC, electrical (LV/ELV), plumbing & drainage, fire protection, and BMS systems. Regional Experience: Proven leadership in managing large-scale MEP projects across East Africa (Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda). Commercial Acumen: Strong background in bid management, contract risk, P&L responsibility, working capital optimization, and claim negotiations. Systems & Tools: Proficient in ERP-driven project controls (experience with Orion ERP or similar platforms is highly desirable).

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