MEP Project Manager

The Fordy Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

OSHA 30 certification

PE license or PMP certification a plus

Job summary

The Fordy Group in Atlanta, GA is seeking an experienced MEP Project Manager to lead mechanical, electrical, and plumbing scope on large industrial and manufacturing projects. You will own MEP coordination, subcontractor management, budget, and scheduling from preconstruction through closeout.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years of MEP PM experience on industrial or heavy commercial sites, strong leadership, and a track record of delivering $10M+ scopes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent.
• 5+ years of MEP project management experience, preferably in industrial/manufacturing settings.
• Experience managing large-scale MEP scopes ($10M+).

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of MEP project execution, from preconstruction through closeout.
• Lead coordination between MEP subcontractors, design engineers, and the core team to resolve constructability issues.
• Develop and manage MEP budgets, cost forecasts, and change orders; track variances.
• Maintain the MEP project schedule and mitigate critical path risks.
• Review subcontractor scopes, submittals, RFIs, and shop drawings.
• Oversee procurement and long-lead equipment tracking.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA, IMC, IPC, OSHA and client standards.
• Coordinate commissioning and start-up activities with owner and vendors.
• Mentor and supervise assistant PMs, engineers, and field superintendents.
• Conduct site walks and progress meetings; uphold safety and quality standards.
• Support business development and client relationships for industrial/manufacturing accounts.

Skills

MEP project management

Leadership

Communication

Client-facing

BIM coordination

Vendor/subcontractor management

Budgeting & scheduling

On-site coordination

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Procore

Primavera P6

MS Project

BIM coordination tools

Job description

Our client, a large general contractor specializing in industrial and manufacturing construction, is seeking an experienced MEP Project Manager to lead the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing scope on large-scale industrial and manufacturing projects in the Atlanta metro area. This role owns MEP coordination, subcontractor management, budget and schedule performance, and quality control from preconstruction through closeout on projects ranging from heavy industrial facilities to large manufacturing plants.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of MEP project execution, including preconstruction, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout, for industrial/manufacturing projects.
• Lead coordination between MEP subcontractors, design engineers, and the core project team to resolve constructability and clash issues (BIM/Revit coordination experience preferred).
• Develop and manage MEP budgets, cost forecasts, and change order processes; track cost-to-complete and report variances.
• Build and maintain the MEP project schedule; identify critical path risks and drive mitigation.
• Review and approve MEP subcontractor scopes, submittals, RFIs, and shop drawings.
• Oversee procurement and long-lead equipment tracking (switchgear, generators, chillers, process piping, etc.).
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, applicable codes (NEC, IMC, IPC), and client/owner standards.
• Manage commissioning and start-up activities in coordination with owner, engineers, and equipment vendors.
• Supervise and mentor assistant project managers, project engineers, and field superintendents on MEP scope.
• Conduct regular site walks and progress meetings with subcontractors and ownership.
• Maintain strong safety compliance and quality standards across MEP trades on site.
• Support business development and client relationships on existing and future industrial/manufacturing accounts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of MEP project management experience, with a strong preference for industrial, manufacturing, or heavy commercial construction background.
• Proven experience managing large-scale MEP scopes ($10M+ preferred) on a GC or CM-at-risk basis.
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, process utilities, and industrial equipment installation.
• Proficiency with project management and scheduling software (Procore, Primavera P6, MS Project) and BIM coordination tools.
• Experience managing subcontractor buyout, contracts, and change order negotiation.
• Strong understanding of relevant codes and standards (NEC, NFPA, IMC, IPC, OSHA).Excellent leadership, communication, and client-facing skills.
• Willingness to be based on-site in the Atlanta area with travel to project sites as needed.

Preferred

• OSHA 30 certification.
• PE license or PMP certification a plus.
• Experience in food & beverage, automotive, data center, or heavy manufacturing environments.