MEP Project Manager

Jobot; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K with match

Generous PTO

Job summary

Jobot in Chicago seeks an experienced MEP Project Manager to oversee mechanical, electrical, and plumbing scopes on data center and complex builds from preconstruction through closeout.

You will coordinate with design teams, field leadership, and specialty contractors to deliver safe, high-quality systems on schedule and within budget.

This role offers a competitive salary and benefits, plus opportunities to lead mission-critical projects with a top design-build contractor in Chicago.

Responsibilities

• Lead MEP coordination and management on large-scale commercial construction projects
• Oversee mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and specialty systems throughout the project lifecycle
• Partner with design teams and trade partners to ensure constructability and efficiency of building systems
• Manage MEP budgets, schedules, procurement, and subcontractor performance
• Lead coordination meetings with engineers, subcontractors, and field leadership
• Resolve technical challenges and ensure alignment between design documents and field installation
• Drive commissioning readiness and system turnover processes
• Ensure projects meet safety, quality, and performance standards

Job description

MEP Project Manager – Data Centers, Mission Critical & Complex Builds

Salary: $120,000 - $160,000 per year

A bit about us

A well-established and growing commercial construction firm is seeking an experienced MEP Project Manager to oversee mechanical, electrical, and plumbing scopes on large-scale, technically complex projects. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on coordinating major building systems and enjoys working on high-profile developments such as data centers, entertainment venues, large mixed-use developments, and advanced commercial facilities.

Why join us

• Competitive Base Salary up to $160K+ for the right candidate
• Accelerated Career Growth
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401K with match
• Generous PTO
• Excellent retirement options
• Top Design-build General Contractor in Chicago
• Opportunity to work on high-profile, large-scale construction projects
• Stable backlog of complex work including mission- and entertainment facilities

Job Details

Position Overview: The MEP Project Manager will be responsible for managing the planning, coordination, and execution of all MEP systems from preconstruction through project completion. This role works closely with project executives, field teams, design partners, and specialty contractors to ensure systems are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead MEP coordination and management on large-scale commercial construction projects
• Oversee mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and specialty systems throughout the project lifecycle
• Partner with design teams and trade partners to ensure constructability and efficiency of building systems
• Manage MEP budgets, schedules, procurement, and subcontractor performance
• Lead coordination meetings with engineers, subcontractors, and field leadership
• Resolve technical challenges and ensure alignment between design documents and field installation
• Drive commissioning readiness and system turnover processes
• Ensure projects meet safety, quality, and performance standards

Equal Opportunity Employer

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.