Assistant Project Manager, MEP

About the role

Extell Development Company is a nationally acclaimed real estate developer of residential, office, retail and hospitality properties, operating primarily in New York City and other premier cities across the nation. This Assistant Project Manager, MEP supports the planning, design, coordination, construction, commissioning, and turnover of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems across multiple development projects.

Responsibilities

This role helps ensure that MEP systems are delivered safely, efficiently, within budget, on schedule, and in accordance with Extell’s quality standards. Key responsibilities include:

• Design & Coordination: Assist in reviewing MEP design documents, drawings, and specifications, and coordinate with architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure design intent aligns with project goals.
• Construction Oversight: Assist in development of scopes of work and contractor selection process, monitor MEP trade contractors during construction, and review shop drawings, submittals, and change orders.
• Commissioning & Turnover: Assist in managing commissioning activities for all MEP systems, verify system performance, and ensure proper documentation for handover.
• General Project Support: Maintain project records, reports, and logs, and contribute to continuous improvement of processes and standards.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate has 3-7+ years of experience in MEP engineering, construction, or owner’s rep roles, and a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, or related field. Additional requirements include:

• Experience supporting commercial, hospitality, luxury residential, and/or mixed-use projects preferred.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and building systems.
• Familiarity with state and local building codes, permitting processes, and utility coordination.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, schedules, contracts, and technical documents.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Skills

The successful candidate will have strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment. Additional skills include:

• Technical Expertise: Demonstrates foundational knowledge of MEP systems, building construction, engineering principles, and industry best practices.
• Project Coordination: Effectively coordinates activities among consultants, contractors, ownership teams, and other project stakeholders.
• Problem Solving: Identifies issues proactively, analyzes alternatives, and develops practical solutions.
• Communication: Clearly communicates technical and project-related information verbally and in writing.