10-15+ years of MEP experience with complex ground-up projects
Preferred experience in NYC high-rise, luxury residential, or hospitality sectors
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; PE is a plus
Deep technical knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and controls/BMS
Proven procurement experience including scopes, bid leveling, negotiation, and buyout
Strong command of subcontractor pricing, scheduling, and change management
Thorough knowledge of NYC codes, permitting, and utility requirements
Proficiency in BIM/Revit, Bluebeam, Procore, and AutoCAD
Strong leadership and communication skills to effectively challenge consultants
Responsibilities
Lead MEP design from concept through construction documents, managing engineers and specialty consultants
Coordinate MEP systems with architecture, interiors, structure, and vertical transportation, focusing on constructability
Evaluate major system selections for cost, performance, energy efficiency, and design impact
Run design, constructability, and BIM coordination reviews to mitigate risks
Prepare MEP scopes and bid packages; lead bid leveling and subcontractor selection
Review budgets, long-lead equipment, shop drawings, and change orders for impact
Oversee field execution through regular site presence and lead subcontractor coordination meetings
Manage permitting, inspections, and utility coordination with relevant agencies
Lead commissioning and turnover, including startup, testing, and training
Build company-wide MEP standards and lessons learned for future projects
Benefits
Clear path to Director of MEP role
Opportunity to work on luxury ground-up projects in NYC
Hands-on leadership role with significant responsibility
Engagement with high-profile clients and projects
Collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation
Full Job Description
09th November, 2026
About the Role Stackrock Talent is seeking an experienced MEP Project Manager for a developer and general contractor building luxury ground-up projects in New York City. You'll be the company's internal MEP lead, overseeing mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems from design through turnover. This is a senior, hands-on role with a clear path to Director of MEP.
Responsibilities
Lead MEP design from concept through construction documents, managing engineers and specialty consultants.
Coordinate MEP systems with architecture, interiors, structure, façade, and vertical transportation, with a focus on constructability.
Evaluate major system selections for cost, performance, energy efficiency, maintainability, acoustics, and design impact.
Run design, constructability, and BIM coordination reviews to resolve risks before they reach the field.
Prepare MEP scopes and bid packages; lead bid leveling, subcontractor selection, value engineering, negotiation, and buyout.
Review budgets, long-lead equipment, shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and change orders for scope, cost, and schedule impact.
Oversee field execution through regular site presence, and lead subcontractor coordination meetings to resolve issues.
Manage permitting, inspections, and utility coordination with DOB, FDNY, DEP, Con Edison, and other agencies.
Lead commissioning and turnover, including startup, testing, controls, balancing, punch lists, closeout, and training.
Build company-wide MEP standards and lessons learned to improve future projects.
Qualifications
10-15+ years of MEP experience, including taking multiple complex ground-up projects from design through turnover.
NYC high-rise, luxury residential, or hospitality experience strongly preferred.
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field; PE a plus.
Deep technical knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, life safety, and controls/BMS.
Proven procurement experience, including scopes, bid leveling, negotiation, and buyout.
Strong command of subcontractor pricing, scheduling, change management, and field execution.
Thorough knowledge of NYC codes, permitting, inspections, and utility requirements.
Proficiency in BIM/Revit, Bluebeam, Procore, and AutoCAD.
Strong leadership and communication skills, with the confidence to challenge consultants and drive issues to resolution.
