MEP Project Manager

Prudent Technologies and Consulting, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Prudent Technologies and Consulting, Inc. in Houston, TX is seeking an Assistant Project Manager specializing in MEP engineering to support project leaders from kickoff through construction.

This role requires coordinating mechanical, electrical, and plumbing disciplines, developing schedules and budgets, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring code compliance and quality across deliverables within established standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Active Texas Professional Engineer license in Mechanical or Electrical engineering.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive engineering experience in MEP consulting.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary MEP projects and managing deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager in leading MEP projects from kickoff through construction.
• Coordinate mechanical, electrical, and plumbing disciplines for integrated project documents.
• Develop and monitor project schedules, work plans, staffing, budgets, and milestones.
• Assign work to engineering and design team members based on priorities and resources.
• Provide day-to-day direction and mentorship to EITs, designers, and interns.
• Review drawings, specifications, and construction documents for accuracy and code compliance.
• Oversee the preparation of AutoCAD and Revit drawings and related documents.
• Coordinate with architects, owners, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Participate in client meetings, design coordination meetings, and project reviews.
• Monitor scope, schedule, budget, and progress; identify risks early.

Skills

Project management

MEP coordination

Scheduling

Budgeting

Mentoring

Communication

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

MS Office

Client relations

Travel

Education

Bachelor's degree

Texas PE license

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

MS Office

Job description

Assistant Project Manager – MEP Engineering

Houston, TX - Onsite

Direct Hire

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager in leading MEP projects from project kickoff through construction completion.
• Coordinate mechanical, electrical, and plumbing disciplines to ensure complete, accurate, and properly integrated project documents.
• Develop and monitor project schedules, work plans, staffing requirements, budgets, and deliverable milestones.
• Assign work to engineering and design team members based on project priorities, technical requirements, and available resources.
• Provide day-to-day direction and mentorship to EITs, designers, and interns.
• Review engineering calculations, drawings, specifications, and construction documents for technical accuracy, code compliance, constructability, and adherence to LTY standards.
• Oversee the preparation and delivery of AutoCAD and Revit drawings, specifications, reports, studies, and other project documentation.
• Coordinate with architects, owners, contractors, consultants, school districts, and other project stakeholders.
• Participate in and, when assigned, lead client meetings, design coordination meetings, project presentations, and internal project reviews.
• Track project scope, schedule, budget, and progress while identifying potential risks or issues before they affect delivery.
• Assist with change management, additional-service requests, fee development, and project documentation.
• Review RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, addenda, change orders, and other construction administration documents.
• Conduct site visits, field observations, existing-condition assessments, and construction progress inspections.
• Prepare clear and accurate field reports and communicate findings to clients and project teams.
• Support quality assurance and quality control reviews across assigned projects.
• Apply applicable building codes, energy codes, life-safety requirements, client standards, and engineering best practices.
• Seal engineering documents within the individual’s licensed discipline when assigned and appropriate.
• Support the Project Manager in maintaining strong client relationships and identifying opportunities for additional services or future projects.
• Help communicate LTY’s mission, standards, and expectations throughout the project team.
• Participate in recruiting, onboarding, performance development, and technical training activities as assigned.
• Remain current on relevant codes, technologies, design practices, and developments within the MEP engineering industry.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related engineering field.
• Active Professional Engineer license in the State of Texas in either Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• At least 7 years of progressive engineering experience, including substantial experience in an MEP consulting environment.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating multidisciplinary mechanical, electrical, and plumbing projects.
• Experience managing project deliverables, schedules, budgets, priorities, and internal resources.
• Experience supervising, mentoring, or providing technical direction to EITs, designers, and junior engineering staff.
• Strong knowledge of applicable building codes, energy codes, engineering standards, and construction practices.
• Experience reviewing construction documents, specifications, RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and field reports.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong written, verbal, organizational, and client-facing communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining accuracy and responsiveness.
• Ability to travel periodically to client meetings and project sites.
• Authorization to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.