MEP Unit Manager - Data Center Market

Responsibilities

• Works with the Project Management Teams to Understand the Customer and Their Needs
• Takes strategic MEP directions from the MEP Unit Leader and converts them into executable plans for the Project Teams
• Ensures Effective Communication of MEP Aspects Within Projects
• Assists in Customizing MEP Solutions to Project Requirements
• Facilitates Collaboration Between MEP and Other Project Disciplines
• Serves as a key communicator for MEP-related information within the project
• Supports the MEP Group Leader by working with the design and engineering teams to tailor MEP solutions specifically for each Project
• Oversees the day-to-day implementation of MEP strategies during a Project’s execution
• Provides Tactical Oversight of MEP Implementation During Project Execution
• Develops and Maintains Strategic Partnerships

Design Development Liaison

• Coordinates the design activities of MEP consultants and sub-contractors
• Conducts detailed reviews of design documents to confirm that the developed design adheres to the specifications and scope-of-work committed to the customer
• Supports the MEP Group Leader to identify potential opportunities for the sourcing and procurement of specific equipment to provide better value to the customer and Project Management Teams

Risk Management

• Ensure a comprehensive understanding of all commercial terms and conditions within owner contracts and subcontracts among all involved parties
• Leverage this knowledge to provide valuable support by clearly articulating the impacts of decisions to the Project Executive and/or Project Management Team
• Develop a comprehensive Project risk management plan as it relates to the MEP disciplines
• Collaborate with the Project Management Team to refine and adapt the plan as needed
• Provide diligent MEP oversight by being proactive to identify potential Project challenges early on
• Actively assist Project teams in the development of targeted corrective measures for effective risk mitigation

Relationship Management

• Serve as the primary point-of-contract for Project Management Teams as it relates to MEP disciplines
• Collaborates with the MEP Unit Leader to assist in development of the Project’s communication and relationship management plan and executes such plan for the MEP disciplines
• Extend consideration, courtesy, and respect to Project staff, subcontractors, suppliers, and customers
• Serve as the primary liaison for MEP disciplines, facilitating seamless communication and coordination between customers and the Project Management Team, including Gray AE, consultants, and various Gray departments
• Collaborates with the Project Management Team to facilitate smooth workflow continuity during Project team member transitions, as required

Team Member Development

• Mentor and train Project Management Team Members as it relates to MEP disciplines

Collaboration

• Maintains regular communication with the MEP Unit Leader, Project Executives, and fellow MEP Unit Managers
• Coordinates with cross-functional teams across Gray’s discrete service offerings
• Maintains a cooperative and productive work environment, encouraging teamwork and communication among all Project stakeholders

Qualifications

• Possesses extensive expertise and a demonstrated history of success as an MEP leader, skillfully managing numerous projects, including large-scale and complex MEP initiatives
• Key to the overall project success, including planning, design, and execution
• Exhibits exceptional leadership and project management skills
• Bachelor's degree from four-year College or university and a minimum of ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of ten years of experience managing MEP disciplines of design/build projects or hard bid projects as required for the market this position serves
• Experience in all contracting methods such as lump sum, GMP, cost plus construction management, and fee-based construction
• Proven record in increasing project profitability from the initial project profit margin on multiple projects
• Thoroughly knowledgeable of costs and fees associated with the variety of engineering and design disciplines and services Gray offers and exemplifies proficiency as “subject matter expert” of the MEP disciplines
• Thoroughly knowledgeable of the impact caused by multiple changes in either the design, engineering, or construction phases and how they impact the overall project, from the cost, schedule, construction management