MEP Coordinator

DPR Construction; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction is seeking an experienced MEP Coordinator in Austin, Texas. In this role, you will coordinate all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire/life safety systems on a day-to-day basis. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience and a strong understanding of relevant engineering concepts.

Key responsibilities include managing the owner-architect interface and providing construction support for MEP systems. Excellent communication skills and proficiency in relevant software are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an MEP coordinator.
• Strong grasp of mechanical and electrical engineering concepts.
• Good understanding of fire/life safety and fire sprinkler systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day MEP scopes.
• Manage owner-architect interface for MEP planning.
• Provide construction support for MEP systems.

Skills

Mechanical engineering concepts

Electrical engineering concepts

Fire/life safety systems

Direct digital controls

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Proficient in Word and Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety and fire sprinkler scopes on a day‑to‑day basis.
• Manage the owner‑architect interface and oversee planning and installation for electrical, HVAC, controls, plumbing, process piping, fire/life safety, and fire protection design/construction coordination (validated and non‑validated systems).
• Provide construction support for MEP systems and oversee balancing, commissioning, and validation certification, including turnover package.
• Assist in developing full commissioning plans for all MEP systems, identifying test requirements, required inspections, factory start‑up of major equipment, factory acceptance testing, project and vendor documentation requirements, and integrated test plans demonstrating full system operations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an MEP coordinator, preferably within DPR’s core markets.
• Strong grasp of mechanical and electrical engineering concepts.
• Good understanding of fire/life safety and fire sprinkler systems and their integration with mechanical/electrical/building systems.
• Good understanding of test and balance requirements.
• Good understanding of direct digital controls installations and integration.
• Excellent listening, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to run complex meetings, document minutes promptly, and follow up with participants for deliverables.
• Ability to identify and resolve complex issues, create and support team morale.
• Proficient computer skills in Word, Excel, and scheduling.
• A strong work ethic, can‑do attitude, and flexibility.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred but not required.

EEO Statement

DPR Construction is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, sex, age, disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military service, medical history, genetic information, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.