MEP Specialist - Data Center Construction

Sundt

Town of Texas (WI)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Market salary

Bonus eligibility

401K

Stock Ownership

Health coverage

Flexible Time Off

Wellness credits

Education assistance

Life and Disability insurance

Employee-Owner perks

Sundt Foundation

Job summary

Sundt Construction seeks an experienced MEP Specialist to lead coordination across mechanical, electrical, and plumbing trades on major projects. You will drive CPM scheduling, materials review, and commissioning activities, ensuring quality and on-time delivery.

The role requires strong knowledge of LEED commissioning credits, building codes, and subcontractor management, with a path from Project Engineer to senior coordination responsibilities.

Qualifications

3–6 years of experience in Construction/MEP Coordination.
Good understanding of mechanical, electrical, plumbing and low-voltage systems.
Knowledge of Building Codes, Mechanical Codes, Electrical Codes and Plumbing Codes.
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred.
Experience with MEP subcontracts and subcontractors.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Primavera P6.
MEP Specialist Step I: 3 years as a Project Engineer; Step II: 6–9 years total experience.
In-depth knowledge of LEED, particularly commissioning credits.

Responsibilities

Lead MEP subcontractors from groundbreaking through commissioning and turnover.
Develop CPM schedules for all MEP installation activities with cost and resource loading.
Coordinate project logistics with the Superintendent and review material/equipment for MEP systems.
Review site work for quality and resolve issues with the project team.
Develop plans for start-up of MEP systems and commissioning.
Coordinate procurement and related activities with the Project Manager and field staff.
Represent Sundt in weekly Owner/contractor meetings.
Provide warranty support and resolution plans.
Facilitate 3-D coordination to resolve conflicts before installation.
Review MEP submittals for design and contract compliance.
Interface with the CxA and manage commissioning documentation.

Skills

Construction/MEP Coordination

Mechanical systems

Code knowledge

MEP subcontracts

MS Office

Primavera P6

LEED knowledge

Project Engineer experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do.

At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities, and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.

Basic Job Functions:

MEP Specialist will lead the effort in coordinating the MEP trades on major construction projects. This candidate will work with the project team to ensure successful completion of all MEP trade work.

Key Responsibilities:

1.Lead MEP subcontractors throughout duration of the project (from groundbreaking through commissioning and turnover to owner).
2.Assist Schedulers and/or site personnel with developing detailed CPM schedules for all MEP installation activities, including cost and resource loading.
3.Work with Superintendent on project logistics and temporary facility plans and review and approve material and equipment for MEP systems prior to installation.
4.Conduct site visits to review the quality of subcontractor installation, noting deficiencies, and working with project team to resolve issues. Review subcontractor change order pricing when requested to assist project team.
5.Assist in developing plans for the start-up of MEP systems and commissioning of project with the project team.
6.Coordinate activities, materials procurement and other related activities with Project Manager and field staff and communicate progress and prepare appropriate reports as needed.
7.Represent Sundt Construction in regard to the MEP process at weekly Owner and contractors meetings.
8.Provide warranty support and resolution plans to address open items.
9.Facilitates the 3-D coordination process to resolve all conflicts prior to start of installations.
10.Review all MEP related submittals and confirm they are in compliance with the design criteria and contract.
11.Interface directly with the assigned CxA and specifically manage all commissioning related documentation including pre-functional checklists, start-up checklists, and functional test documents.

Minimum Job Requirements:

1.3-6 years of experience (Step I) and 6-9 years of experience (Step II) in Construction/MEP Coordination.
2.Good understanding of all mechanical, electrical, plumbing and low-voltage systems.
3.General understanding of Building Codes, Mechanical Codes, Electrical Codes and Plumbing Codes as they relate to construction of project.
4.Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred.
5.Experienced dealing with MEP subcontracts and subcontractors.
6.Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs as well as Primavera P6.
7.MEP Specialist Step I will ideally have 3 years of experience as a Project Engineer.
8.MEP Specialist Step II will ideally have a combined total of 6-9 years of Project Engineer and Superintendent experience and should have experience coordinating MEP systems on large scale projects.
9.MEP Specialist must have an in depth knowledge of LEED especially as it relates to the Fundamental and Enhanced commissioning credits.

Note: Job Description is subject to change at any time and may include other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

1.Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/work day.
2.Occasionally will climb stairs, ladders, etc.
3.Will lift, push or pull objects on an occasional basis
4.Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
5.Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures
6.May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis
7.May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis
8.Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.)
9.Will interact with people frequently during a shift/work day
10.May use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a limited basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors

Safety Level

Safety-Sensitive

Note: Jobs with the Safety-Sensitive designation are those that include tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others such as operating a vehicle, operating equipment, operating machinery or power tools, repairing/maintaining the operation of any vehicle/equipment, the handling/disposal/transport of hazardous materials, or the handling/treatment/disposal of potentially flammable/combustible materials.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.

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