MEP Project Manager II - Mission Critical

Ryan Companies US; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Educational Assistance

Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

Job summary

Ryan Companies US is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager focused on MEP systems for data center projects in the Atlanta area. You will lead preconstruction, coordinate with owners, vendors, and subcontractors, and drive scheduling, budgeting, and quality across complex MEP scopes.

The role requires strong communication, travel readiness, and hands-on leadership to mentor teams and deliver commissioning successfully.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or construction science or equivalent work experience.
• 7+ years of experience in construction project management with MEP focus.
• Knowledge of complex data center MEP systems and ability to work with limited supervision.
• Procore, P6 and BIM tools experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction activities for MEP trades, including bid procedures, reviews, and scheduling.
• Coordinate MEP scopes, subcontracts, change requests, and project finances.
• Manage project team members, mentor staff, and define project responsibilities.
• Oversee MEP submittals, RFI forecasting, and BIM coordination.
• Lead commissioning, testing, and project closeout documentation.

Skills

Team leadership

Effective communication

Travel readiness

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or construction science

Tools

Procore

P6

BIM

Job description

Some things you can expect to do:

• Engage in the project preconstruction process focusing on the MEP trades including developing bid procedures, bid reviews, utility coordination, vendor & subcontractor qualifications, estimating and scheduling.
• Possess a clear understanding of the owner project agreement and communicate to other team members.
• Develop business relationships internally and externally through effective communication.
• Provide insights into Temporary Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire Protection systems to support the overall construction site and required based upon overall construction schedule.
• Effectively buyout, award, contract and coordinate Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire Protection scopes of work.
• Provide a clear understanding and communication of MEP Subcontractor scope of work based upon project drawings, specification, owner requirements and project schedule.
• Assistance with understanding and managing MEP Subcontractor change requests, progress payments and overall finances.
• Engage in all aspects of project financials including establishing budgets, assigning budget cost code structure, approving invoices, and developing owner pay applications.
• Manage assigned project team members and subcontractor partners.
• Mentor internal team members through delegation and supervision.
• Assist in developing project team structures, assigning project responsibilities, and training team members.
• Provide feedback to team members based on job performance.
• Assist field team with the development of MEP tasks for Project Schedule.
• Lead implementation of the Project Quality and Safety Plans with MEP Subcontractors.
• Create, organize, and update owner-furnished and contractor-furnished material tracking logs, project equipment testing and inspection documentation, and deviation reports.
• Lead the establishment of MEP submittal register per the Project Documents, including initial review, organization, packaging, workflowing, and proper distribution.
• Communicate the RFI/submittal forecasting to client and third parties.
• Manage MEP Subcontractors through the Building Information Modeling (BIM) or 3-D construction coordination process.
• Provide timely and clear communication of any MEP Project risks to the project team, clients and third parties.
• Lead the Project Commissioning process as required through factory witness testing, onsite inspections, startup, functional testing, and integrated testing for successful project completion.
• Complete all requested documentation, warranties, as-built or record documents, final retention release, and other process and procedures that support all Project Closeout Requirements.

Job Requirements:

• At least 7 years of experience in construction project management with focus on MEP systems.
• A bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or construction science (or equivalent work experience) is required.
• Knowledge of complex data center MEP systems with the ability to work with limited supervision.
• Working knowledge of Procore, P6, and other construction management tools is required.
• You need a high level of professionalism, honesty, and integrity along with the ability to travel as needed for project success.
• Willingness to travel as needed to execute projects.

You will really stand out if you have:

• Demonstrated understanding of early turnover dates, hand-offs to third-party commissioning agents, and the overall commissioning process with experience in data center critical work MOPs (Methods of Procedures) processes.
• Ability to communicate effectively and proactively, with a heavy focus on team and customer relationships.
• Mission Critical Data Center project experience.

Eligibility:

Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Retirement and Savings Benefits
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
• Family Planning & Parenting Benefits
• Employee Discount Programs
• Pet insurance
• Charitable Donation Matching
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

Disclaimer:

Disclaimer: Eligibility may vary based on factors such as role, hours worked, employment status, length of service, location, and other considerations. Detailed information will be shared with eligible candidates during the hiring process, and the official terms and conditions will be outlined in each individual offer document.