MEP Coordinator | Construction Administrator

Actalent; United States; Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an experienced MEP Coordinator/Construction Administration professional to lead coordination of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems from design through project completion. You will work with project managers, architects, engineers, consultants, and subcontractors to drive coordination efforts and support construction administration activities.

The role requires strong technical expertise, excellent communication, and proactive problem-solving to

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of experience related to MEP systems, construction management, engineering, or construction administration.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
• Experience coordinating MEP trades throughout design and construction.
• Ability to review construction documents, specifications, shop drawings, and BIM models.

Responsibilities

• Lead MEP coordination from design development through construction administration and closeout.
• Coordinate MEP systems across multiple project types.
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, engineers, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Develop and maintain schedules for engineering, coordination, installation, commissioning, testing, and turnover.

Skills

HVAC coordination

Electrical coordination

Plumbing coordination

Fire protection coordination

BIM coordination

Communication

Education

Construction Management or Mechanical/Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

Navisworks

BIM tools

Job description

MEP Coordinator / Construction Administration

Raleigh, NC | Boston, MA | Baltimore, MD

Full-Time | In-Office

About the Opportunity

Join a highly collaborative architecture and design team working on complex, technically driven projects across a variety of markets, including mission critical, science & technology, mixed-use, residential, and commercial developments.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced MEP Coordinator who enjoys being deeply involved in project execution and serving as the critical link between design teams, consultants, contractors, and owners. You'll play a key role in ensuring building systems are fully coordinated from design through construction, helping projects stay on schedule, within budget, and aligned with project goals.

If you're energized by solving technical challenges, coordinating complex building systems, and working alongside talented multidisciplinary teams, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on high-profile projects.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced MEP Coordinator / Construction Administration Professional to lead mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection coordination throughout the project lifecycle.

This individual will work closely with project managers, architects, engineers, consultants, and subcontractors to drive coordination efforts, support construction administration activities, and ensure seamless integration of building systems from concept through project completion.

The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to proactively identify and resolve coordination challenges before they become construction issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead MEP coordination efforts from design development through construction administration and project closeout.
• Coordinate mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems across multiple project types.
• Work closely with project managers, consultants, field teams, and subcontractors throughout all project phases.
• Develop and maintain schedules for engineering, coordination, installation, commissioning, testing, and turnover activities.
• Support material procurement, construction planning, and field coordination efforts.
• Identify potential design, constructability, and field conflicts and collaborate with project teams to develop solutions.
• Review drawings, BIM models, shop drawings, submittals, and technical documentation for coordination and compliance.
• Ensure construction activities align with contract documents, approved submittals, and project requirements.
• Participate in meetings with owners, architects, engineers, contractors, and subcontractors to maintain project alignment.
• Assist with construction administration activities, issue resolution, and site coordination.
• Maintain strong relationships with project stakeholders while helping drive project success and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

Required

• 10-15 years of experience related to MEP systems, construction management, engineering, construction administration, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
• Extensive understanding of building systems, construction practices, and applicable codes.
• Experience coordinating MEP trades throughout design and construction.
• Ability to review construction documents, specifications, shop drawings, and BIM models.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and organizational skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with Revit and Bluebeam.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Navisworks, BIM coordination tools, and model-based workflows.
• Ability to navigate and review complex design and construction documentation.
• Familiarity with MEP subcontractor management and coordination processes.

Preferred

• Background in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience supporting mission critical, science & technology, commercial, mixed-use, or other technically complex projects.
• Experience collaborating with architecture, engineering, and construction teams throughout the project lifecycle.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Work on complex projects with significant MEP coordination responsibilities.
• Opportunity to stay involved from design through construction and project closeout.
• Diverse project portfolio spanning mission critical, science & technology, mixed-use, residential, and commercial developments.
• Highly collaborative environment with direct interaction between design, engineering, and construction teams.
• Visible role with meaningful impact on project quality, coordination, and execution.
• Opportunity to contribute technical expertise on challenging and rewarding projects.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Raleigh, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Raleigh,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 28, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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