MEP Project Manager

Clayco

$90K — $120K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
  • 6-10 years of managing MEP projects/scope experience.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills for managing multiple trades.
  • Working knowledge of architectural, structural, civil documents for integration of mechanical/electrical systems.
  • Good understanding of Specifications Divisions and related documentation requirements.
  • Familiarity with Building Codes, Plumbing, NFPA Standards, and Life Safety systems.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and construction-related applications.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee development of MEP scope documents and bid packages.
  • Lead subcontractor negotiations and serve as key liaison for changes.
  • Manage MEP submittals and log all changes to field drawings.
  • Ensure construction aligns with project specifications and quality standards.
  • Facilitate problem-solving among MEP subcontractors during construction.
  • Train and mentor junior team members, promoting development and retention.
  • Contribute to weekly Owner/Architect/Contractor meetings.

Benefits

  • Discretionary Annual Bonus based on company and individual performance.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision.
  • 401k plan and generous PTO plus paid company holidays.
  • Access to employee assistance program and flexible spending accounts.
  • Learning and development programs to encourage professional growth.
Full Job Description
The Role We Want You For
As an MEP Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), and associated construction scopes for Clayco projects. This includes the development of comprehensive MEP scope documents, the creation of MEP bid packages in the early stages of project planning, and leading subcontractor negotiations. This role will also involve providing leadership and guidance to both the design team and clients, ensuring effective document reviews, and addressing scope modifications during the construction phase. You'll serve as the key liaison between the original scope and any field adjustments that arise. Additionally, the MEP Project Manager will supervise and coordinate the efforts of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and elevator subcontractors on-site, ensuring the successful, on-time, and on-budget completion of projects. This includes ensuring that construction work aligns with the project drawings and specifications, maintaining high standards of quality, contract compliance, change management, and scheduling.

The Specifics of the Role
  • Plans, and specification analysis, MEP systems interrelationships, construction sequencing and project schedule.
  • Facilitate problem solving, as may arise, between MEP Subcontractors during construction.
  • Validate design issues related to MEP and suggest alternative solutions.
  • Manage the MEP submittals.
  • Oversee the logging and posting of all MEP changes and as-built information on field drawings.
  • Oversee the scope review, budgeting, and justification of MEP change work order.
  • Oversee quality control process of the installation of MEP work.
  • Work with Project management team to direct, monitor and oversee the activities of MEP Subcontractor.
  • Coordination and administration of MEP related materials, systems, and shop drawings submittals.
  • Liaison with consultant MEP engineers, inspectors, and relevant staff.
  • Ensure that MEP subcontractors provide and adhere to relevant quality documentation and records.
  • Ensure that MEP Subcontractors adheres to project safety regulations.
  • Assist with project planning - hosting coordination meetings, writing work scopes, getting quotes, scheduling work.
  • Train and mentor junior members. Encourage training and development through performance management with a focus on retention.
  • Provide technical input related to contract drawings and documents.
  • Contribute to weekly Owner/Architect/Contractor (OAC) meetings.

Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
  • 6-10 years of experience in the managing MEP projects/scope.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skill to manage multiple trades and personalities.
  • Working knowledge of architectural, structural, civil documents to understand how the mechanical/electrical systems are integrated into the building.
  • Good understanding of Specifications Divisions and navigation within for coordinating responsibilities, various testing and documentation requirements of the project.
  • Understanding of Codes for Building, Plumbing, NFPA (fire, electrical, etc.), Mechanical, and Life Safety systems.
  • Strong working knowledge with computers, laptops, iPad type instruments, Microsoft Office Suite, various construction industry applications.

Some Things You Should Know
  • Our clients and projects are nationwide - Travel will be required.
  • No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
  • We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
  • The pace is fast!
  • This position is classified as a safety-sensitive role in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Candidates selected for this position will be subject to a comprehensive background check, which includes mandatory drug testing.

Benefits
  • Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!

Compensation
  • The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

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