MEP Manager

Socket.dev; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 235,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)/RRSP

Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental,

Vision and/or Provincial Medical

Wellness benefits

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking an experienced MEP Manager to lead a complex design-build civil project in Norfolk, Virginia. You will manage the contract, budget, schedule, and coordination of engineering and field teams to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

You will collaborate with owner representatives and subcontractors, review contracts, negotiate changes, monitor safety, and drive project closeout while maintaining the highest quality standards.

Qualifications

• 15+ years’ experience in construction project management.
• Experience leading large multidisciplinary teams on complex projects.
• Strong budget, schedule, and risk management capabilities.
• Proven ability to manage contracts, claims, and change orders.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to coordinate with owner, design teams, and field personnel.

Responsibilities

• Manages all aspects of the project, from construction to budget and cash management, ensuring alignment with contract and owner requirements.
• Develops and manages the project schedule, pay estimates, procedures, staffing needs, and equipment resources.
• Reviews contracts and supports resolution of specification, contract conflicts, and scheduling issues.
• Leads engineering and scheduling teams to identify and negotiate proposed change orders.
• Prepares and presents monthly cost and revenue forecasts to leadership.
• Maintains relationships with support departments and the project owner to support the work plan.
• Serves as main contact for third-party stakeholders, including landowners and government agencies.
• Reviews media releases related to the project.
• Ensures project safety through weekly checks and participation in safety programs.
• Approves staffing and equipment needs for efficient production.
• Participates in dispute resolution with legal counsel.
• Leads closeout procedures and reviews all aspects of project completion.

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to take the lead on technically complex projects that build stronger, more resilient communities?

As a MEP Manager, you will be at the forefront of driving success, managing a single project contract to ensure seamless execution from start to finish.

With your expertise, you will oversee the budget, coordinate project personnel, and maintain a production schedule that guarantees timely delivery and exceptional quality.

The Hampton Roads Connector Partners JV (HRCP) consisting of Flatiron, Dragados USA and VINCI has been selected to construct the $3.3BN Design Build project –the largest civil construction contract ever awarded by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT).

The project scope across a 9 mile section of the I-64 will include: a new 3.5-mile bridge-tunnel crossing that will accommodate a total of 8 lanes of capacity across the water, replacement of the existing marine approach bridges and the addition of a third lane on I-64 in each direction. The twin 45’ diameter 1.5-mile tunnels will be bored by TBM, creating the second largest TBM tunnel opening for a TBM in North America

Collaborate with industry experts and committed teams to align project goals with owner expectations, adhering to contract specifications and upholding the highest standards.

What you will be doing

• Manages all aspects of the project, from construction to budget and cash management, ensuring everything aligns with the project contract and owner requirements.
• Develops and manages the project schedule, pay estimates, procedures, staffing needs, and equipment resources to ensure timely and accurate project completion.
• Reviews initial project contracts and supporting documents for completeness, and collaborates with the owner to resolve any specification, contract conflicts, and scheduling issues.
• Leads engineering and scheduling teams to identify and negotiate proposed change orders, with support from the Area Manager as needed.
• Prepares and presents monthly cost and revenue forecasts and reports to Flatiron leadership.
• Maintains strong working relationships with Flatiron supporting departments and the project owner to support the project work plan and payment schedule.
• Serves as the main point of contact for all third-party stakeholders, including landowners, local business owners, and government agencies involved in the project.
• Reviews and approves all internal and external media news releases related to the project.
• Ensures project safety by conducting weekly safety checks, participating in safety meetings, and supporting both project and owner safety programs.
• Approves staffing and equipment needs to ensure efficient and effective project production.
• Participates in the dispute resolution process with support from internal legal counsel.
• Provides input on equipment procurement methods and contracts to ensure efficient project production.
• Leads project closeout procedures, finalizes contract paperwork, obtains retainages, and works with management to resolve any project claims. Conducts project debriefs to review all aspects of project work and completion.

What we are looking for

• 15+ years’ experience in construction project management required.
• 10 + years’ experience in managing personnel required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field a plus.
• Proven experience in bid-build, CMCG, design build and other alternative delivery projects required.
• Proven experience in MEP installation and commissioning
• Valid Driver’s License
• Strong interpersonal skills proven to engage and retain positive working relationships.
• Strong proven skill to identify, track and manage project risk.
• Proven ability to efficiently and effectively manage multiple departments and direct reports to retain focus on one project completion goal and timeline.
• Proven ability to identify growth opportunities for project personnel and developed to coach and mentor project personnel.
• Proven ability to delegate task driven responsibilities to project personnel.
• Proven knowledge and ability to analyze and interpret financial documentation to identify and mitigate project risk.
• Advanced and proven interpersonal skills with internal and external contacts.
• Effective delegation skills to drive efficient, accurate and profitable project completion.
• Strong ability to appropriately recover funds from claim and dispute resolution.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in managing multiple departments and direct reports to retain focus on one project completion goal and timeline.
• Strong, inherent ability and drive to negotiate terms of agreement for project work, budget and fund recovery in the project’s best interest.
• Strong internal branding and sales knowledge to constantly promote yourself and the Company brand.

Why work for us

Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:

• Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
• Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
• Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical
• Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

We are an EEO/ADA/Veterans employer.

Salary Min

USD $200,000.00/Yr.

Salary Max

USD $235,000.00/Yr.