Construction Manager - MEP

STV; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 118,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Continuing Education Program

Job summary

STV is seeking an experienced Construction Manager - MEP in Texas to oversee the installation and coordination of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and related building systems on mission‑critical projects. You will manage contractors and personnel, monitor schedules and quality, and ensure compliance with codes and safety standards.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field and a proven track record on large, complex projects, with strong leadership and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, mechanical or electrical engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing MEP construction activities on large, complex projects.
• Strong reading of drawings, specifications, schedules and technical docs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, controls, and related building systems throughout construction.
• Review MEP drawings, specs, submittals, RFIs and construction documents to support proper installation.
• Direct and coordinate contractors, subcontractors, engineers, inspectors and project personnel to meet objectives.
• Develop and manage MEP construction activities aligned with schedules, milestones and staffing.
• Monitor installation progress and address issues affecting schedule, cost, quality, or safety.
• Conduct field inspections to verify MEP installations conform to drawings, specs, codes, and quality standards.
• Coordinate MEP activities with architectural, structural, civil and other disciplines to minimize conflicts.
• Lead coordination for equipment installation, energization, startup, testing, commissioning and turnover.
• Monitor procurement and delivery of critical MEP equipment to align with schedules.
• Review project progress, material usage, costs and schedule performance; propose corrective actions.
• Facilitate MEP coordination meetings and communicate status, risks, and actions to stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field

Job description

STV is looking for an experienced Construction Manager - MEP to join our PMCM team in Texas to manage the mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and related building systems associated with complex construction projects in a mission‑critical environment. This role coordinates MEP construction activities, manages contractors and personnel, monitors schedule and quality, and ensures compliance with project specifications, safety standards, and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, controls, and related building systems throughout construction.
• Review MEP drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and construction documents to support proper installation and identify potential conflicts.
• Direct and coordinate contractors, subcontractors, engineers, inspectors, suppliers, and other project personnel to maintain project objectives.
• Develop and manage MEP construction activities in alignment with overall project schedules, milestones, staffing requirements, and sequencing.
• Monitor installation progress and proactively address issues that could affect schedule, cost, quality, safety, or system performance.
• Conduct field inspections to verify MEP installations conform to approved drawings, specifications, applicable codes, and quality standards.
• Coordinate MEP activities with architectural, structural, civil, and other disciplines to minimize conflicts and prevent construction delays.
• Lead coordination efforts related to equipment installation, energization, startup, testing, commissioning, and project turnover.
• Monitor procurement and delivery of critical MEP equipment and materials to ensure alignment with construction schedules.
• Review project progress, material usage, costs, and schedule performance and recommend corrective actions when necessary.
• Facilitate MEP coordination meetings and communicate project status, risks, constraints, and required actions to project stakeholders.
• Support resolution of field conditions, design conflicts, change orders, and constructability issues.
• Ensure construction activities comply with applicable federal, state, and local codes, environmental regulations, safety requirements, and project standards.
• Provide leadership and guidance to project personnel while fostering collaboration, accountability, and effective communication across the project team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant construction experience may be considered.
• Demonstrated experience managing MEP construction activities on large, complex projects.
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, controls, and building systems installation and coordination.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, schedules, and technical documentation.
• Experience coordinating multiple contractors, subcontractors, engineers, inspectors, and project stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, MEP coordination, quality control, commissioning, and project closeout.
• Working knowledge of applicable building codes, safety requirements, environmental regulations, and construction standards.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities, resolve complex field issues, and maintain project schedules.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to lead collaborative project teams and effectively communicate with clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders.

Compensation Range

$118,489.97 - $135,417.11

STV offers the following benefits

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Back‑Up Dependent Care
• Parental Leave
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good‑faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.

We know great candidates don’t always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow.