MEP Operations Manager

About the role

Company lead for analysis of mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) plans and preparation of estimate of costs for MEP scope of construction and renovation of commercial buildings in the healthcare, higher education, municipal and office markets for the purpose of bidding on projects or negotiating contracts for performing MEP portion of construction work.

Reports to: Executive VP Operations

Responsibilities

• Reading, reviewing, and studying construction documents (specifications, plans, addendums, RFIs) for the purpose of understanding the design intent and constructability of the project.
• Perform quantity take-off on select packages within a set of construction documents. Typical packages include, but are not limited to: Selective demolition; Concrete; and Carpentry
• Ability to perform take-offs on subcontracted MEP work packages as directed.
• Develop relationships and solicit bids from MEP Subcontractors and Suppliers for work packages to maximize competitive pricing.
• Serve as liaison to ensure bidding Subcontractors and Suppliers fully understand the scope of work, specifications, schedule requirements, work conditions and other project parameters.
• Deliver critical project bids at Owner’s location, receiving final numbers over the phone and filling out official bid forms for submission.
• Develop scope for MEP packages after studying construction documents ensuring that all MEP work is covered in subcontract scopes of work.
• Interface with operations department during construction to provide assistance in resolving MEP issues for ongoing project work.
• Coordinate with subcontractors during design-build process for MEP systems to ensure schedule, specifications and design intent are met.
• Present project MEP details to operations at project transition meeting to explain scope, subcontract arrangements, schedules and project details.
• Perform value engineering review of project plans to result in cost savings recommendations to the client while maintaining project standards.

Requirements

High School diploma and five (5) to ten (10) years experience and/or College Degree in a related field. Must have thorough understanding of MEP systems and equipment. Possess the ability to quickly comprehend drawings. This position is