MEP Construction Lead for Mission-Critical Projects

SilverBack; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

SilverBack is the go-to specialised technical recruiter of mobile, scarce talent for international new industry construction projects. We don't just fill vacancies, we build careers.

We believe our candidates are just as important as our clients, and when you partner with us, you get a dedicated team that champions your professional growth. The MEP Construction Manager will oversee on-site execution of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing installations, coordinating with contractors and client

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an MEP Construction Manager, MEP Superintendent, or Lead MEP Coordinator on large-scale industrial, data center, mission-critical, or complex commercial developments.
• Full project lifecycle experience—from groundbreaking and early works to final handover and commissioning startup.
• Strong technical understanding of both Mechanical (HVAC/Chillers/Piping) and Electrical (Switchgear/UPS/Power Distribution) trades.
• OSHA 30 Certification (or active OSHA 10) is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily site operations, progress, and installation quality for all MEP systems (HVAC, Chillers, Switchgear, Power Distribution, Piping, Fire Protection, and Controls).
• Act as the primary technical point of contact for mechanical and electrical subcontractors, resolving constructability conflicts in the field.
• Review mechanical/electrical submittals, RFIs, design packages, and change orders to ensure strict compliance with project specifications and timelines.
• Coordinate pre-commissioning activities and partner closely with commissioning leads through Level 1 to Level 5 testing phases.
• Conduct daily site inspections to enforce safety protocols (OSHA standards, JSEA), maintain progress schedules, and resolve installation punch list items.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation and site reports using construction management software (Procore, ACC, or similar).

Skills

MS Project

Procore

BIM 360

Subcontractor management

Conflict resolution

Communication skills

OSHA 30

Tools

Procore

BIM 360

MS Project

Job description

SilverBack is the go-to specialised technical recruiter of mobile, scarce talent for international new industry construction projects. We don't just fill vacancies, we build careers.

We believe our candidates are just as important as our clients, and when you partner with us, you get a dedicated team that champions your professional growth. The MEP Construction Manager will oversee on-site execution of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing installations, coordinating with contractors and client