Specific Duties and Responsibilities
• Customarily begins work on a project near the beginning when drawings are first submitted by the owner/architect for conceptual estimating. Evaluates the complexity of the mechanical/electrical design and estimates both the construction costs and maintenance. Ensures the constructability of the design and compatibility with local building codes. Determines the scope of the project, the materials to be utilized, and manpower requirements for each construction phase.
• Serves as a technical resource in meeting with owners and architects. Discusses the mechanical/electrical systems within the building in technical terms; explaining fully any anticipated difficulties with the plans.
• Attends weekly meetings with owners, architects, and subcontractors. Outlines work to be performed by the mechanical and electrical subcontractors, phasing of work, problems encountered in scheduling, quality of work, etc. May hold separate meetings with mechanical/electrical contractors as necessary.
• Ensures that all mechanical/electrical shop drawings are submitted by the subs in a timely manner. Examines all shop drawings for completeness. May use a pin bar system/overlay system or CAD system to help identify potential space requirement problems. Coordinates shop drawings between subs to further reduce design errors.
• Mechanical & Plumbing - Checks all shop drawings for P.PE routes, dimensions of toilet rooms, etc. Checks all underground piping as it is being installed. Checks solder connections, flanges, etc. for quality of work. Ensures that all heavy pipe and other mechanical equipment is in place before walls are poured.
• Checks shop drawings for raceways in slabs, main switchgear layout, riser diagrams, placement of emergency generator equipment etc. Performs detailed inspections of work in progress to ensure quality of installation, and to ensure adequacy of the system. Meets regularly with city electrical inspectors and inspects work in progress. Resolves problems with the architect and subcontractor as they arise.
• Within the scope of the overall construction schedule, plans the daily and weekly activities for each craft. Provides the detailed technical instructions for each foreman ensuring a clear understanding of the work to be performed; the methods to be used, manpower resources to be allocated and expected completion date. Resolves any ambiguities in the plans and drawings before actual construction begins.
• Provides technical guidance and assistance in resolving day to day construction problems encountered.
• Assists the PM as necessary in estimating change orders.
• Ensures compliance with all Federal, State, and Local Laws, ordinances and codes relating to construction activities. Included are company policies and procedures dealing with employment, terminations, compensation, labor and management. Assumes overall responsibility for the health and safety of employee-owners.
• Inspects all field construction work in progress, including work which is subcontracted, and ensures that uniformly high-quality workmanship is maintained during each construction segment. Points out deficiencies promptly with responsible parties and follows up to ensure that deficiencies are corrected.
• Sheet metal - Checks shop drawings for compliance with various building codes (duct liners, hangers, duct connections, etc.) Checks ceiling space allotments carefully; flattening ductwork where feasible, rerouting ducts if necessary, etc. Coordinates diffusers with lighting fixtures and sprinkler heads. Checks fire dampers for code compliance.
• Insulation - Inspects piping during installation and ensures that required insulation is placed correctly. Check vapor barriers for proper seal. Reviews exposed pipe for heat tracing and freeze protection.
• Fire Sprinkler System - Establishes contact early with city fire department inspectors; inviting them to inspect work in progress. Reviews all shop drawings and ensures their adequacy and completeness to meet local codes. Coordinates tamper and flow switches with the fire alarm system. Inspects all work in progress for quality and completeness.
• Life Safety Systems - Inspects and coordinates the installation of all life safety systems, smoke evacuation systems, pressurized portions of the building, fireman control centers, building and elevator distress communication systems, fire extinguishers, etc.
• Reviews all change orders carefully to ensure that building code requirements are met, that changes will not impact adversely on other electrical/mechanical systems in the building and that cost estimates are reasonable and customary. Resolves any technical problems encountered with the architect.
• Reviews all pay requests from subcontractors and ensures that they are proper and timely. Resolves any problems encountered in payments to subcontractors.
• Works extensively with subordinate MEP Managers to ensure that they receive technical guidance and training on a variety of technical subjects. Subordinates typically accompany the incumbent in meetings with city officials, architects, owner, subcontractors, etc.
• Acts as a liaison between owners, architects, general contractors and all associated disciplines.
• Maintains detailed and accurate daily job diaries of all activity associated with field construction activities.
• Performs a variety of tasks associated with completion of a project to include close-out punch lists, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Functional Areas of Responsibility
• Project Startup Activities
• Blueprint Reading
• Building Codes
• Owner/Architect Relations
• Relations with City Inspectors
• Technical Training of Subordinates
• Planning and Organizing Work Segments
• Supervision of Labor & Crafts
• Procurement of Building Materials and Supplies
• Quality and Cost Control

Requirements:
• B.S. in construction management/science, engineering, or relevant discipline preferred, or equivalent combination of education (High School diploma) and experience
• 10+ years of commercial construction field experience, including direct supervisory and MEP experience
• Successful completion of OSHA 30-Hour Construction Industry Outreach Training required (may obtain within first year of employment)
• Proficient with reading plans and specs
• Ability to build and manage high performing teams

Benefits & Compensation

We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, and a matching 401K plan. We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)! To learn more about our employee-ownership structure, please go to https://www.austin-ind.com/our-company/100-employee-owned.

No Third-Party Inquiries Please

This Company does not accept and will not consider unsolicited resumes or any other unsolicited candidate information submitted to the Company or any of its employee-owners by staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters in response to a posted vacancy. The Company will not pay any placement fee(s) without a written agreement to do so (i.e., payment must be required pursuant to the terms of a written agreement).

Any unsolicited resumes or candidate information submitted to this Company or any of its employee-owners becomes the property of the Company.

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