MEP Construction Manager (PM)

Catapult Federal Services; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem included

Job summary

Catapult Federal Services seeks an experienced MEP Construction Manager to lead planning, management, and delivery of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing scopes on Cedar Rapids construction projects. You will oversee budgets, schedules, procurement, subcontractor management, QA/QC, and coordination across MEP disciplines to meet design intent and turnover requirements.

This on-site role requires 5–15+ years in MEP project management, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and strong leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Construction Management, or related field; field experience acceptable.
• 5–15+ years of experience managing MEP scopes (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection).
• Proven experience delivering commercial, industrial, healthcare, data center, or institutional projects.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, sequencing, and project controls.
• Proficiency with CM software: Procore, Autodesk Build, PlanGrid, Bluebeam, MS Project, Primavera P6.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of MEP scope from preconstruction through turnover and closeout.
• Develop and maintain the MEP project schedule with milestones and long-lead equipment.
• Coordinate with design teams, owners, GCs, and subcontractors to align deliverables.
• Oversee MEP procurement: equipment, materials, packages, and vendor services.
• Manage change orders, scope clarifications, and budget updates.
• Review MEP shop drawings, submittals, BIM models, RFIs, and vendor docs.
• Ensure integration of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, controls, and low-voltage systems.
• Resolve design conflicts with MEP coordinator, superintendent, and engineering teams.
• Develop budgets, cost forecasts, buyout strategies, and cash-flow projections.
• Maintain contract compliance and support QA/QC, inspections, and commissioning.

Skills

MEP coordination

Budgeting

Scheduling

Subcontractor management

Vendor management

QA/QC

Clash detection

BIM coordination

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Construction Management

Tools

Procore

Autodesk Build

PlanGrid

Bluebeam

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Skilled Trades

Cedar Rapids, IA – Contract To Hire Jan 19, 2026

MEP Construction Manager (Project Manager)

Location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Duration: 1 year contract-to-hire

Work Model: On-site

• Per diem included

Job Description

The MEP Construction Manager (PM) is responsible for planning, managing, and delivering all Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing scopes on construction projects. This role oversees budgeting, scheduling, procurement, subcontractor management, quality assurance, and coordination activities across all MEP disciplines. The MEP PM ensures that systems are installed according to design intent, comply with codes, and meet project performance and turnover requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Execution

• Lead all phases of MEP scope—from preconstruction planning through turnover and closeout.
• Develop and maintain the MEP project schedule, identifying milestones, critical activities, and long-lead equipment.
• Coordinate closely with design teams, owners, general contractors, and subcontractors to align project deliverables.
• Oversee MEP procurement: equipment, materials, subcontracting packages, and vendor services.
• Manage project change orders, scope clarifications, and budget updates.

MEP Coordination

• Review and approve MEP shop drawings, submittals, BIM models, RFIs, and vendor documentation.
• Ensure integration of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, controls, and low-voltage systems.
• Resolve design conflicts and field coordination issues in collaboration with MEP Coordinator, Superintendent, and engineering teams.
• Facilitate clash detection reviews and coordination meetings (BIM, 3D model, or field-based).

Financial Management

• Develop and track MEP budgets, cost forecasts, buyout strategies, and cash-flow projections.
• Review and approve subcontractor billing, supplier invoices, and progress payments.
• Identify cost risks and opportunities; maintain financial controls throughout project life cycle.
• Manage contract compliance, contractual deliverables, and claims/mitigation as needed.

Quality, Safety, and Compliance

• Ensure MEP activities comply with project specifications, plans, codes, and industry standards.
• Support QA/QC processes, inspections, testing requirements, and commissioning activities.
• Ensure subcontractors adhere to site safety requirements and OSHA regulations.
• Coordinate MEP inspections with authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs).

Commissioning & Turnover

• Develop or support the commissioning plan for MEP systems, including functional testing and startup.
• Track mechanical completion, pre-functional checks, functional testing, and documentation.
• Work with commissioning agents, engineers, and owners to resolve deficiencies.
• Support preparation of O&M manuals, as-builts, test reports, and turnover packages.

Leadership & Communication

• Lead MEP progress meetings and coordinate with the full project team.
• Manage subcontractor performance, manpower planning, and resource allocation.
• Provide clear reporting on progress, risks, and impacts to senior leadership and clients.
• Mentor junior engineers, coordinators, and assistant project managers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Construction Management, or related engineering field. Equivalent field experience in MEP-heavy construction is also acceptable.
• 5–15+ years of experience managing MEP scopes (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection).
• Proven experience delivering commercial, industrial, healthcare, data center, or institutional projects.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, construction sequencing, and project controls.
• Proficiency with construction management software (Procore, Autodesk Build, PlanGrid, Bluebeam, MS Project, Primavera P6).
• Effective communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple subcontractors, complex phasing, and large equipment installations.

Preferred (Nice-to-Have)

• Experience with commissioning and turnover processes.
• BIM coordination experience (Navisworks, Revit).
• OSHA 30 certification or equivalent.
• PE license or trade license (mechanical/electrical/plumbing) is a plus.