Position Summary:
Based in the corporate office in Fort Wayne, IN, the Project Design Manager - MEP is responsible for leading the design and coordination of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems for design-build projects involving temperature-controlled buildings and food processing facilities. This role bridges the gap between design and construction-overseeing engineering deliverables, managing subcontractors and vendors, and ensuring systems are properly designed, integrated, and commissioned to meet project requirements. This position involves a mix of office-based design coordination and on-site project management. Travel to project sites, client facilities, and vendor locations is required as projects demand. Expected travel averages 3-5 nights per month.
The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise in MEP systems with the leadership skills required to manage multidisciplinary design-build projects from concept through turnover.
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform up-front due diligence with existing and new site utility networks, availability, and coordination with local providers
• Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of MEP design and construction activities for temperature-controlled and food processing facilities.
• Oversee and coordinate the work of internal engineering teams, consultants, engineers of record, and subcontractors to ensure seamless integration of MEP systems with architectural, structural, and process designs.
• Conduct design and coordination meetings with clients, design partners, and construction teams.
• Support field teams during installation, testing, and commissioning, providing technical guidance and resolving design or coordination issues.
• Collaborate with estimating and preconstruction teams to develop MEP scopes, budgets, and schedules for design-build estimates.
Qualifications:
Education
• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or similar degree
Experience:
• 3+ years of experience managing MEP systems design and installation; experience with design-build delivery preferred.
• Background in industrial, food processing, cold storage, or temperature-controlled facility projects preferred.
• Solid understanding of some or all HVAC, refrigeration, process utilities, electrical distribution, and plumbing systems.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD
• Familiarity with Revit, Bluebeam, or BIM coordination tools.
• Working knowledge of relevant building codes, NFPA, ASHRAE, and food safety standards.
• Excellent communication, coordination, teamwork, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
Benefits
• Competitive salary
• Performance-based quarterly bonus program
• Vehicle Plan
• Seven paid holidays
• Paid vacation time
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Short- and long-term disability as well as life insurance
• 401k plan with company match
