Mortenson Construction

MEP Design Phase Manager - Preconstruction

Mortenson Construction$113K — $170K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of 10 years of construction experience, ideally with a Mechanical or Electrical Contractor
  • At least 5 years of estimating or project management experience in construction or engineering
  • Thorough knowledge of building codes and their application in construction
  • Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills
  • Ability to travel up to 70% for projects

Responsibilities

  • Manage design phase activities, including estimating and business partner selection
  • Review MEP system options and conduct systems analysis
  • Coordinate life cycle cost analysis during MEP selection
  • Lead business partner selection and assist with contract development
  • Integrate 3D/4D modeling technology into project preconstruction phases
  • Build and maintain relationships across diverse teams
  • Provide coaching and feedback to team members

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical and vision plans
  • Dental insurance
  • 401k retirement plan with generous matching
  • Paid time off and holiday leave
  • Employer-paid life and disability insurance
  • Mental health support and extensive work-life resources
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Adoption assistance program
  • Gym membership discounts
Full Job Description
Job Description

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced MEP Design Phase Manager who will be responsible for providing overall management direction and expertise for design phase activities for one or more concurrent projects inclusive of project estimating, business partner selection, preliminary schedule, design development, quality control and planning for the commissioning of the MEP scope of work.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide input and participate in the identification, development, preparation and presentation for the acquisition of new projects


  • Design Phase Management:
    • Provide input and participate in the identification, development, preparation and presentation for the acquisition of new projects.
    • Review MEP options, generate systems analysis, and provide system options for a particular project
    • Providing meaningful input to the project's programming and conceptual design activities
    • Coordinate life cycle cost analysis during MEP system selection
    • Review documents from project award through buyout for system sizing, coordination, interface, and constructability and logistics solutions. Identify potential issues to appropriate engineering discipline


  • Estimating:
    • Provide and/or participate in value alternative development with dollar magnitudes
    • Participate in value alternative review sessions for mechanical and electrical discipline
    • Present MEP estimate detail to clients and engineers
    • Maintain mechanical and electrical historical cost data
    • Prepare budgetary MEP estimates based upon program and schematic design information

  • Business Partners:
    • Assist bid team in analyzing market conditions and developing bid list
    • Lead and/or participate in MEP business partner selection process including soliciting business partners, preparing estimate narratives (scope definition), coordinating design input, developing bid packages, proposal analysis, and final selection.
    • Provide consistent support for project team(s) and on-site MEP resources during construction to ensure scope, quality and schedule performance goals established during design are met by our MEP business partners
    • Evaluate mechanical and electrical changes from business partners
    • Evaluate mechanical and electrical changes from business partners
    • Assist Project Manager in contract development for MEP business partners


  • Integrating 3D/4D modeling technology into the preconstruction phase of the projects


  • Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor


  • Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels


  • Lead team members by example, offer effective coaching and feedback, and effectively manage performance


QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent field experience


  • Minimum of 10 years of construction experience, preferably experience with a Mechanical, Electrical Contractor, or a Mechanical, Electrical, or Plumbing engineering firm


  • Minimum of five years estimating or on-site project management experience in construction or 5 years experience designing or project management at an engineering firm.


  • Thorough knowledge of building Codes and their application in design and construction including, but not limited to, IBC, NFPA's, IMC, IFC, UFC, Energy Codes or the ability to read and understand them.


  • Strong cross-cultural relationship building and influencing abilities internally and externally at all levels of the organization


  • Strong leadership, communication, problem solving, initiative and teamwork skills


  • Computer skills in Microsoft Office


  • Thorough knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and low-voltage systems


  • Working knowledge of construction equipment and techniques, scheduling and cost control procedures, drawings and specifications, and required standards


  • Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback


  • Ability to travel up to 70%


  • Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans and their intended use


A few benefits offered include:

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)

  • Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage


  • Dental plan


  • 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match


  • Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves


  • Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance


  • No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources


  • Tuition reimbursement


  • Adoption Assistance


  • Gym Membership Discount Program


The base pay range for this role is $113,500 - $170,300. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL - 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR - 10%, Washington, D.C. - 12.5%).

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual's knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. This position is eligible for Mortenson's incentive plan.

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Please make note:

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

About Mortenson Construction

Mortenson Construction is a construction company that provides services in the areas of commercial, institutional, and energy construction. The company offers planning, design, and construction management services for various projects, including healthcare, education, sports, and entertainment facilities, as well as wind, solar, and hydroelectric power plants. Mortenson Construction serves clients in the public and private sectors, including federal, state, and local governments, as well as commercial and institutional clients. The company was founded in 1954 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Learn more about Mortenson Construction
Size
7,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$200 million
5 Year Trend
+10%
Revenue
$5 billion

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