MEP Director | Minnesota

Michael Page; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Working Environment

Competitive pay

Health benefits

Job summary

MPI seeks an experienced Senior MEP Project Manager to lead and oversee complex mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering initiatives in Minneapolis. You will drive design coordination, ensure compliance with codes, manage budgets, and coordinate with design, preconstruction, and client teams to deliver projects on time.

The role combines hands-on leadership with strategic oversight, requiring a minimum of 10 years in commercial MEP construction or project management.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of commercial mechanical/electrical construction, design experience, or project management with an MEP focus.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering; Construction Management or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage MEP projects from design to completion.
• Ensure MEP systems comply with project contracts and building codes.
• Coordinate with design, preconstruction, and clients to optimize cost and schedule.
• Monitor progress, budgets, and quality; address delays or issues.
• Provide leadership to MEP team, designers, contractors, and subcontractors.

Skills

Project management

Mechanical and electrical systems

Leadership

Construction management

Client liaison

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering; Construction Management or related field

Tools

Cost estimation

Contract management

Job description

Job Title

Safety Management:

• Ensure all MEP systems adhere to local, state, and national safety codes and standards, such as those set by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE).

Design and Planning:

• Collaborate with the design team to ensure MEP systems are integrated effectively with the architectural and structural elements.
• Review and offer guidance on MEP designs and plans.
• Ensure the MEP design team provides accurate specifications and drawings.
• Provide MEP expertise while participating in project pursuits and client interviews.
• Collaborate with the preconstruction team to ensure thorough cost analysis and estimate coordination

Project Leadership and Oversight:

• Lead and provide MEP expertise on construction projects, from design through completion.
• Ensure MEP systems are planned, designed, and executed in compliance with project contracts, local, state, and national building codes, regulations and environmental standards.
• Provide leadership and direction to MEP professionals, designers, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Supervise the construction of all MEP scopes of work, ensuring work is performed in accordance with project schedules and budgets.
• Monitor the progress of MEP work and address any issues related to delays, quality, and compliance.
• Facilitate resolutions on any MEP issues affecting the project.
• Stay updated with current MEP construction practices, industry trends, and regulations to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Effectively plan for and manage risk mitigation through the project life cycle
• Lead negotiations on MEP-related pricing and change orders with contractors and equipment manufacturers.

Budget and Cost Management:

• Prepare and manage MEP project budgets, ensuring costs are controlled (including estimating costs for materials, labor, and MEP equipment) and projects are completed within financial plans.
• Oversee procurement of materials and MEP subcontractors.
• Monitor material deliveries and ensure equipment meets quality standards and specifications.
• Regularly track and update pricing data base for key market sectors.
• Proactively determine new methods of construction that provides added value at a reduced cost.

Coordination and Communication:

• Coordinate with other project departments to ensure integration of MEP systems with other aspects of construction.
• Serve as the point of contact for all MEP-related issues on the project.
• Maintain regular communication with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure expectations are met.
• Advise on MEP-related logistics, planning, and procurement of materials and equipment.
• Effectively communicate and partner with various departments to deliver and enhance MEP capabilities across the company, including VDC, self-perform, and the equipment yard.
• Effectively inform leadership and project teams on MEP-related project updates and trends.

Quality Control:

• Ensure that MEP systems meet the highest standards of quality and meet all industry and regulatory compliance standards.
• Participate with project team for critical pre-work meetings and first work inspections.
• Conduct site inspections to ensure work is completed according to design and quality specifications

Team Leadership:

• Build and grow organizational MEP capabilities and a collaborative, high-performing team to support MEP services.
• Manage performance and provide coaching to improve team skills and impact.
• Lead and mentor staff supporting MEP deliverables, ensuring effective communication and collaboration among team members.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering; Construction Management or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of commercial mechanical / electrical construction, design experience, or project management experience with an MEP focus.

What's on Offer

• Competitive Pay
• Performance Based Career Advancement
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off
• Life and Long-Term Disability Benefit with no premium cost to employee
• Mentorship Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Hybrid Working Environment
• 401k w/Company Match
• Annual Discretionary Bonus Program
• Successful Annual Discretionary Profit-Sharing Program
• Paid Parental Leave

Job Summary

Sector: Construction

Sub Sector: Project Manager

Industry: Property

Where: Minneapolis

Contract Type: Permanent

Consultant name: Allie Sawyer

Job Reference: JN-092026-7105397