MEP Manager

About the Role

Responsible for understanding Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) design concepts, estimating, and construction basics. Dedicated to a market/region and supports the project preconstruction and operations team members. Provides industry knowledge and expertise as an in-house resource for associates and clients.

Responsibilities

• Pursuit: Creates content for pursuits. Attends project interviews to identify and speak to MEP challenges and opportunities.
• Document Review: Reviews construction drawings to identify optimal and innovative solutions, potential scope gaps, overages, and VE opportunities. Advanced understanding of MEP specifications.
• Estimating and Schedule: Assists project team with MEP estimating at various design stages, reviews preconstruction and trade partner estimates, and provides input related to engineering trades. Assists with tracking system of MEP long lead-time items.
• Trade Partner Coordination: Understands trade partners' strengths and recommends specific partners for project types. Assists preconstruction team with trade partner selection.
• Bidding and Buyout: Reviews MEP scope of work documents. Assists preconstruction managers with MEP bid evaluations, provides analysis, and makes recommendations. Directs teams and clients on available rebates and incentives.
• Construction: Attends MEP trade and/or consultant coordination meetings regularly. Attends preconstruction meetings for assigned business units. Reviews specific MEP submittals on select projects and provides feedback to the operations team. Attends site reviews regularly for assigned projects.
• Risk Management: Assists project team with troubleshooting during the construction process as needed. Assists with development plans for high-risk trade partners.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Architectural, Structural, Civil, or Construction Engineering, or Bachelor's degree in Construction Science or Management, or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience as a design engineer/consultant or trade partner in preconstruction, management, or operations.
• Knowledge of MEP and construction terminology and procedures.
• Analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• High-level time management and prioritization abilities.
• Able to build and retain relationships with trade partners and consultants by attending industry events.
• Able to work with a variety of internal and external clients.

Working Conditions

The position requires work in an office environment.