MEP Preconstruction Manager

Eastern Contractors Corporation; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with match

Discretionary PTO

Plum Benefits program

ESOP

Job summary

Eastern Contractors Corporation seeks an experienced MEP Project Manager to support industrial, advanced manufacturing, cleanroom, semiconductor, EV battery, and data center projects. You will oversee estimating, procurement, coordination, installation, and commissioning of complex MEP systems, collaborating with owners, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and field teams.

The role covers preconstruction through startup and closeout, with emphasis on budgeting, schedules, risk management, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field or equivalent industry experience.
• 5-8+ years of MEP construction, estimating, project management, or preconstruction experience.
• Demonstrated experience with mechanical systems on industrial or technically complex projects.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specs, and technical docs.
• Strong knowledge of MEP construction sequencing, procurement, cost control, and coordination.
• Experience preparing estimates, contracts, RFIs, change orders, and bid packages.
• Strong communication, organization, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction mgmt software.
• Ability to travel as project needs require.
• Valid driver’s license and authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Preconstruction & Estimating: review drawings, prepare budgets and bids, develop scopes, solicit pricing.
• Preconstruction & Estimating: identify design conflicts and risks, value engineering options.
• Preconstruction & Estimating: participate in client meetings and contract discussions.
• Project Management & Execution: manage MEP scopes from preconstruction through commissioning and closeout.
• Project Management & Execution: maintain budgets, forecasts, schedules, and change control.
• Project Management & Execution: coordinate owners, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and field teams.
• Project Management & Execution: review submittals, RFIs, shop drawings, and equipment selections.
• Project Management & Execution: monitor cost, schedule, quality, safety, and overall performance.
• Project Management & Execution: manage commissioning, testing, turnover, and closeout docs.
• Leadership & Stakeholder Management: build relationships with clients, design teams, and internal stakeholders.

Skills

MEP construction

Estimating

Project management

Preconstruction

Communication

Negotiation

Problem-solving

MS Office

Travel readiness

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

BuildingConnected

AutoCAD

Revit

Navisworks

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

Role Summary

Eastern is seeking an experienced MEP Project Manager to support industrial, advanced manufacturing, cleanroom, dry room, semiconductor, EV battery, and data center projects.

This role is ideal for a construction professional with experience managing the estimating, procurement, coordination, installation, and commissioning of complex MEP systems. The successful candidate will support projects from early planning and budgeting through construction, startup, and closeout while collaborating with owners, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and field teams.

Key Responsibilities

Preconstruction & Estimating

• Review drawings, specifications, equipment schedules, and owner requirements.
• Prepare conceptual budgets, detailed estimates, and bid proposals.
• Develop scopes of work, assumptions, clarifications, and value engineering recommendations.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and vendor pricing.
• Identifydesign conflicts, scope gaps, constructability concerns, and project risks.
• Support procurement planning and long-lead equipment strategies.
• Participate in client meetings, bid reviews, and contract discussions.

Project Management & Execution

• Manage MEP scopes from preconstruction through commissioning and closeout.
• Maintain project budgets, forecasts, procurement logs, schedules, and change management processes.
• Coordinate owners, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel.
• Review submittals, RFIs, shop drawings, and equipment selections.
• Monitor project cost, schedule, quality, safety, and overall performance.
• Manage commissioning, testing, turnover, and project closeout documentation.
• Resolve procurement, design, and field coordination challengesbefore they impactproject performance.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Build strong relationships with clients, design teams, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Lead coordination efforts across multiple disciplines and project teams.
• Communicate project status, risks, and opportunities effectively to leadership and clients.
• Support a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, ora relatedfield preferred;orequivalent industry experience.
• 5-8+ years of MEP construction, estimating, project management, or preconstruction experience.
• Demonstrated experience with mechanical systems on industrial or technically complex projects.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Strong knowledge of MEP construction sequencing, procurement, cost control, and coordination.
• Experience preparing estimates, contracts, RFIs, change orders, and bid packages.
• Strong communication, organization, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiencywith Microsoft Office and construction management software.
• Ability to travel as projectneeds require.
• Valid driver’s license and authorization to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with advanced manufacturing, EV battery, semiconductor, cleanroom, dry room, pharmaceutical, or data center projects.
• Experience using Procore, Bluebeam,BuildingConnected, AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, Primavera P6, or Microsoft Project.
• BIM coordination and clash-resolution experience.
• Familiarity with design-build, GMP, negotiated, and lump-sum delivery methods.
• PE, PMP, or other applicable construction certifications.
• Korean and English bilingual communication skills are a plus.

Employment Details

Full-Time, Salaried

Location: Atlanta, GA;Travel to project sites asrequired

Reports To: Director of Operations / Senior Management

Benefits

• Up to 85% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with 100% company match up to 5%
• Discretionary Paid Time Off (DPTO)-We offer a Discretionary Paid Time Off (DPTO) program to support work-life balance. Employees may request time off in advance through the company system, with manager approval based on business needs
• Plum Benefits:Employee discounts on entertainment, travel, shopping, and lifestyle experiences
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Physical Requirements

• Workin both office and construction site environments.
• Traverse active construction sites for extended periods, up to ahalf mileper day.
• Communicate effectively in person, by phone, and through electronic communication.
• Occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl during site visits and inspections.
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

EEO

EasternCommercial is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.