MEP Preconstruction Manager

Holder Construction; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Night and swing shift differential pay

Job summary

Holder Construction is seeking an MEP Preconstruction Manager for our regional office in Herndon, VA. This full-time role involves leading preconstruction activities including estimating, design management, and vendor procurement.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and over 10 years of experience in MEP systems. Holder offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of preconstruction experience in MEP systems.
• Ability to read and understand technical plans and specifications.
• Outstanding communication and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage MEP preconstruction activities.
• Prepare comparative analyses of estimates.
• Coordinate teams of preconstruction engineers.

Skills

Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Preconstruction Experience

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Holder Construction is a nationally recognized leader in the construction industry, consistently ranked among the top firms on ENR’s Top 400 Contractors list. We are a performance-driven company that believes in rewarding excellence and investing in our people. Our structured career development program empowers associates to grow quickly into expanded roles and responsibilities based on merit. With operations throughout the United States, we offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Paid time off
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Night and swing shift differential pay for select roles

About the Role

We are looking for an MEP Preconstruction Manager to join our Preconstruction team in our regional office in Herndon, VA. This is a full-time, in-person position.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage MEP preconstruction activities, including estimating, design management, and subcontractor/vendor procurement.
• Communicate with equipment vendors, design engineers, clients, subcontractors, and internal project stakeholders.
• Prepare comparative analyses of estimates and explain variances to project stakeholders.
• Coordinate teams of preconstruction engineers to develop complete scopes of work for MEP systems.
• Analyze subcontractor and vendor bid proposals and provide recommendations for award, considering project risks and challenges.
• Train and develop preconstruction engineers in technical and non-technical aspects of MEP systems.
• Lead responses to RFPs and represent Holder at meetings and industry events.
• Create, update, and present project deliverables and tools to clients.
• Support meetings with owners, architects, and engineers during the preconstruction phase.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 10+ years of preconstruction experience specific to mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building automation systems/power monitoring systems.
• Ability to read and understand electrical, HVAC, plumbing, architectural, and civil plans and specifications.
• Familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures of MEP systems and equipment.
• Experience leading a team of MEP Project Engineers or Estimators.
• Outstanding communication and time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and adapt to change professionally.
• Strong organizational skills and effective meeting management.

Preferred:

• Proven ability to develop and lead teams, enabling others to act and encouraging high performance.
• Experience in presenting ideas clearly and handling confrontation constructively.
• Willingness to accept and provide constructive feedback.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Ability to engage with clients, vendors, and industry partners to maintain positive relationships.

Holder is committed to Equal Opportunity Employment (EOE).

Substance abuse testing and a background screening is a condition of employment and Holder Construction does not sponsor applicants for immigration status or benefits.