MEP Coordinator

DPR Construction; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction in Richmond, VA seeks a skilled MEP Coordinator to oversee coordination of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems from design development through construction. You will work with architects, engineers, and project teams to resolve technical issues, validate drawings, and ensure constructability while maintaining compliance and safety in the field.

You will lead coordination meetings, identify risks, and mentor junior staff as you help deliver complex, scalable building

Qualifications

• 4 - 6 years of experience in MEP coordination, building systems design, construction project management, or a related field required.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates coordination of moderately complex MEP systems and processes across design, construction, and commissioning phases to ensure integration and functionality.
• Collaborates with architects, engineers, contractors, and project managers to resolve technical issues and align project objectives.
• Reviews and validates MEP drawings, specifications, and submittals for accuracy, compliance, and constructability.
• Facilitates regular coordination meetings and communicates updates to all relevant stakeholders to maintain project alignment.
• Reviews potential conflicts or risks related to MEP systems, proactively addressing issues before they impact project delivery.
• Supports less experienced team members in ensuring that standard and moderately complex building services systems are properly planned, designed, and integrated.
• Collaborates and follows guidelines for MEP specific safety procedures for installation and testing in the field with trade partners.

Skills

MEP coordination

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Constructability review

Tools

Review drawings

Job description

Job Description

At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title - they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.

As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.

Job Summary:

Coordinates moderately complex Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems and process integration to ensure seamless project delivery and operational excellence. Demonstrates working proficiency across core MEP systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, life safety, low voltage, and automation, from design development through construction. Applies comprehensive MEP expertise and cross-functional collaboration to resolve design and construction challenges, minimizing risk and maximizing efficiency. Maintains alignment between project requirements, regulatory standards, and stakeholder expectations to achieve high-quality, compliant outcomes. Elevates project performance by proactively identifying opportunities for process improvement and innovation in MEP coordination. Influences leading MEP practices through close collaboration with architects, engineers, and project teams, while guiding peers and less experienced coordinators.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitates coordination of moderately complex MEP systems and processes across design, construction, and commissioning phases to ensure integration and functionality.
• Collaborates with architects, engineers, contractors, and project managers to resolve technical issues and align project objectives.
• Reviews and validates MEP drawings, specifications, and submittals for accuracy, compliance, and constructability.
• Facilitates regular coordination meetings and communicates updates to all relevant stakeholders to maintain project alignment.
• Reviews potential conflicts or risks related to MEP systems, proactively addressing issues before they impact project delivery.
• Supports less experienced team members in ensuring that standard and moderately complex building services systems are properly planned, designed, and integrated.
• Collaborates and follows guidelines for MEP specific safety procedures for installation and testing in the field with trade partners.

Education Qualifications:

Monitors the adoption of leading practices and innovative solutions to enhance MEP coordination effectiveness and project outcomes.

Work Experience:

4 - 6 years of experience in MEP coordination, building systems design, construction project management, or a related field required.

Certifications and Licenses:

None required.

Anticipated starting pay range:

Nothing is more important than your health and wellness. DPR offers a variety of medical, dental, vision and wellness benefits to keep you healthy. Read more about eligibility and available benefits programs for skilled craft and labor or experienced professionals and recent graduates.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together-by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.

Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers .