Construction Project Manager - Prime MEP

McKinstry Company; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 94,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Paid time off

Medical plan

Parental leave

Education programs

Onsite gym / remote reimbursement

Job summary

McKinstry is seeking a Construction Project Manager - Prime MEP in Chicago, IL to lead project strategy, scheduling, and cost control for complex mechanical projects. You will coordinate with General Contractors, architects, engineers, and owners to ensure safe, on-time, on-budget delivery with high client satisfaction.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering (or equivalent) and at least five years of PM/engineering/construction experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
• Minimum 5 years of PM/engineering/construction experience.
• Experience with scheduling and cost control.
• Experience with General Contractor or major Mechanical Subcontractor preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops project goals, strategies, and objectives for safe, on-time delivery and client satisfaction.
• Maintains project plans, schedules, and scopes of work; defines responsibilities for team members.
• Manages communication with General Contractor, Architect, Engineer, Owner and stakeholders.
• Reviews contracts, drawings, specs and resources to answer questions promptly.
• Assesses site safety and ensures compliance for subcontractors and onsite personnel.
• Controls project costs, tracks change orders, and monitors financial performance.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Stakeholder comms

Team leadership

Risk management

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera

SureTrak

Job description

Construction Project Manager - Prime MEP

Build the future, sparkinnovationand align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lastingimpact. Together,we'rebuilding a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generatingnearly 40%of total global energy-related carbon emissions.We'remaking a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate,affordabilityand equity crises through:

• renewables and energy services
• engineering and design
• construction and facility services

To get wherewe'regoing, we need big thinkers, problemsolversand collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with McKinstry

We are adding a Construction Project Manager - Prime MEP to our Prime MEP teaminChicago, IL. This role is responsible for developing strategies, goals, and objectives for projects to ensure delivery of the project safely, on time and on budget with high client satisfaction. Additionally, some responsibilities you will have include:

Project Management

• Identifies required resources to achieve project goals.
• Generates preliminary assessments, technical solutions, fee proposals, presentations, studies, and general support.
• Primary contact for project engineering staff during construction.
• Transitions project management and engineer activities from design to construction phase and construction to completion phase.
• Communicates with the General Contractor, Architect, Engineer, Owner, and other stakeholders.
• Supports and provides input to development strategies, goals, and objectives specific to project execution at each project phase.
• Develops and manages project plans, schedules and scopes of work.
• Defines project responsibilities to project management, engineering and field staff.
• Documents and resolves subcontractor and vendor billing issues.
• Assists the business development team in responding to requests for proposal and bid process.
• Assess site safety and implements actions to prevent injury to property and personnel.
• Ensures safety compliance of subcontractors and all on-site personnel.

Project Controls

Assumes financial responsibility for project including accurate, timely and relevant reporting to stakeholders.

Facilitates invoice payments from clients and to subcontractors.

Reviews and approves subcontractor billing.

Prepares client and subcontractor change orders.

Monitors, controls and reports on the financial performance of projects.Drafts subcontracts and purchase agreements.

• Monitors and proofs change issue log.

Creates and maintains network and hardcopy files.

Prepares or supervises the preparation of Submittals, Operation & Maintenance Manuals, Expediting Reports, Change Order Log, RFI log, Correspondence Log, etc.

Assesses any potential job cost impacts, submits, negotiates and tracks all change orders requests.

Prepares or supervises the preparation of Job Start and Project Closeout materials.

Reviews contracts, drawings, specifications and other resources to answer questions in a timely manner.

Ensures that all material and equipment is purchased in a timely and cost-effective manner.

Evaluates bid estimates, develops cost codes, establishes definitive budgets, develops manpower plan with Superintendents, and monitors field labor progress.

Takes responsibility for the development and implementation of a comprehensive construction plan.

Monitors progress towards goals to anticipate potential problems.

Delivers accurate and timely data to support project forecasts.

Team Management

Coaches and mentors project team members.

Develops project staffing plans to include labor, subcontractors, etc.

Acts as steward of McKinstry culture; communicate and influence policies and procedures.

Establishes and leads associated meetings.

Define individual project responsibilities and accountabilities.

Other duties as assigned

What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering or equivalent work experience required.

Five (5) years of experience in project management, engineering, or construction is required.

Proficient with scheduling software: Microsoft Project, Primavera and/or Suretrak required.

Completed OSHA 30 class is required.

Experience working for a General Contractor or Major Mechanical Subcontractor preferred.

PE, CPM, LEED professional designations is preferred.

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook and required.

RCDD, CPM professional designation is preferred.

Proficient with construction financial programs and software preferred.

Demonstrates an understanding of accounting and financial management preferred.

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:

• Competitive pay 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximum.

People come firstatMcKinstryand we go beyond the basic benefits with:

• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVFassistance
• Up to16 weekspaid parental leave
• "Building Good" paid community service time
• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
• McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

Ifyou'redriven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.

The pay range for this position is$93,600 - $163,400 per year; however,basepay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits,dependenton the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location.

The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunityemployers. We are committed toprovidingequal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.

McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test,complying withthe requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.

Applicants for this role will only be considered if theypossesscurrent US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.