Construction Project Manager, MEP - Manufacturing Market

Gray Construction; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Gray Construction in Atlanta, GA is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager for the MEP – Manufacturing Market. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and over 10 years of experience in the field. Responsibilities include coordinating engineering efforts, analyzing proposals, and ensuring compliance with safety programs. This role offers the opportunity to work within a collaborative and energetic team dedicated to excellence in the construction industry.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of related experience or equivalent education and training.
• Ability to use word processing, spreadsheet, and e-mail applications.
• Energetic, self-motivated, and passionate about collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate design and engineering efforts for construction projects.
• Analyze subcontractor proposals and confirm compliance.
• Purchase and monitor material delivery for MEP divisions.

Skills

Knowledge of mechanical, piping, or electrical trades

Basic computer skills

Team collaboration and communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree from a four‑year college or university

Job description

Construction Project Manager, MEP – Manufacturing Market

Location: Atlanta, GA

Job ID: 2026-5254

Type: Gray Construction, Inc

# of Openings: 1

Category: OPS – Operations

Overview

Gray Construction is looking to add an experienced Project Manager, MEP – Manufacturing Market to their team in our Atlanta, GA office.

Why Gray?

Gray is a fully integrated design‑builder delivering end‑to‑end solutions across construction, professional services, specialty equipment, and real estate. Since 1960, Gray has grown from a regional contractor to a nationally ranked industry leader, serving top domestic and international companies in the following markets: Manufacturing, Food & Beverage, Data Centers, Advanced Technology, and Distribution. Our integrated approach allows us to deliver value at every phase of a project from designing and building state‑of‑the‑art facilities to fabricating custom process equipment and implementing advanced automation.

But what truly defines Gray is our people. Our success is driven by passionate, collaborative team members who take pride in their work, value strong relationships, and are committed to doing the right thing for our customers and one another. At Gray, you'll find a culture built on teamwork, accountability, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

“Personal growth precedes Gray’s growth.” – Stephen Gray, President & CEO, Gray, Inc.

Responsibilities

• Must have knowledge of either the mechanical, piping or electrical trades.
• Research, analyze and calculate data such as customer design proposals, specifications, and manuals to determine feasibility.
• Participate in estimating process for customer design proposals.
• Analyze subcontractor proposals to confirm criteria are being satisfied.
• Participate in negotiations of contracts with subcontractors and vendors for various trades, ensuring all phases of the work are encompassed and responsibilities are clearly defined.
• Review construction documents from subcontractors to confirm they comply with scope.
• Participate in awarding subcontracts.
• Coordinate design and engineering efforts; monitor and report on financial status of projects and handle subcontract and contract administration.
• Participate in job progress schedule to ensure construction aligns with the MEP schedule.
• Review construction installed by subcontractors to confirm compliance with scope.
• Purchase and monitor delivery of all needed materials for projects, ensuring optimum price, quality and specification conformance for MEP divisions.
• Participate in reviews and approve subcontractor and vendor payment requests; issue changes in the work to receive prices from subcontractors in a timely fashion.
• Work with design and engineering managers to ensure projects are designed, procured and constructed within operating guidelines while meeting technical requirements and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Visit job sites as needed to review progress and quality of work, with possible relocation during the MEP portion of construction.
• Work with overall Project Manager to verify the monthly Red File report for the MEP.
• Review shop drawings and submittals to ensure compliance with the scope of work.
• Responsible for communication, implementation and enforcement of Gray’s safety program on site.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from a four‑year college or university and at least ten years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Must possess basic computer skills including the ability to use word processing, spreadsheet and e‑mail applications, as well as programs for calculating loads and performing cost analysis.

The new team member should be energetic, self‑motivated, enjoy a team environment, and be passionate about collaboration and professional development. If you are a high achiever who strives to exceed expectations in a fast‑paced innovative company, Gray is the place for you.

These requirements represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Requires standing, walking, sitting, using hands, reaching, talking, or hearing.
• Occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, or crouching.
• Requires visual acuity for close work.

Generally, normal office environment with moderate noise level and controlled temperature/humidity. On site, exposure to wet or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, outdoor weather, potential high‑risk places, fumes or airborne particles, extreme temperatures, electrical shock, explosives, vibration, and moderate to loud noise. Overtime may be required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has supervisory responsibilities of drafting work by on‑site and contract ACAD drafters, as well as administrative assistants for work generated by this individual.

EEO Disclaimer

Gray is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes everyone to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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