Owners Rep MEP Construction Manager

LVI Associates; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) with company contribution

Paid time off

Career progression

Job summary

LVI Associates in the San Francisco Bay Area is seeking an experienced Senior MEP Construction Manager to serve as the owner's representative for life sciences projects valued at $350M+. You will lead all MEP construction activities, coordinate designers and contractors, monitor budgets and schedules, and drive commissioning and turnover with a strong focus on safety and quality.

This hybrid role requires weekly site visits and close collaboration with owners, architects, engineers, and vendors

Qualifications

• 5+ years life sciences construction experience.
• Experience delivering pharmaceutical, biotech, laboratory, GMP, cleanroom, or advanced manufacturing facilities.
• Extensive MEP construction management on large, technically complex projects.
• Involvement in projects valued at $350M+.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, controls, fire protection, and commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Lead all MEP construction activities on projects $350M+.
• Represent owner's interests through design, procurement, construction, commissioning, closeout.
• Coordinate contractors, consultants, vendors, and commissioning providers.
• Review design documents for constructability and performance.
• Oversee schedules, budgets, quality control, and risk mitigation.
• Oversee commissioning, startup, testing, turnover.
• Attend active project sites weekly and provide oversight.

Skills

MEP Construction Mgmt

Owners Rep

Life Sciences

Pharma/Biotech

Stakeholder mgmt

Job description

Owners Rep Senior MEP Construction Manager

Location: San Francisco Bay Area, California (Hybrid)
Salary: $160,000 - $210,000 Base Salary + Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits Package

Our client is one of the nation's leading Owner's Representative and Project Management firms, specializing in the delivery of complex pharmaceutical, biotechnology, laboratory, and life sciences facilities. With a strong reputation for managing some of the most technically advanced projects in the industry, they are seeking a Senior MEP Construction Manager to join their growing Bay Area team.

This position offers the opportunity to oversee the successful delivery of large-scale life sciences developments valued at $350M+, working directly on behalf of owners to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

Role

As the Senior MEP Construction Manager, you will serve as the owner's representative for all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems throughout the project lifecycle, from preconstruction through commissioning and turnover.

The successful candidate must be located within the San Francisco Bay Area and willing to attend project sites on a weekly basis while maintaining the flexibility of a hybrid work environment.

Working closely with owners, architects, engineers, contractors, and commissioning teams, you will play a critical role in delivering state-of-the-art life sciences and pharmaceutical facilities across Northern California.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all MEP construction activities on life sciences and pharmaceutical projects valued at $350M+
• Represent the owner's interests throughout design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and project closeout
• Manage and coordinate contractors, consultants, vendors, and commissioning providers
• Review and evaluate design documents for constructability, coordination, and operational performance
• Oversee project schedules, budgets, quality control programs, and risk mitigation efforts
• Monitor construction progress and proactively resolve MEP-related challenges
• Lead commissioning, startup, testing, and turnover activities
• Ensure compliance with project requirements, industry regulations, and safety standards
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders
• Attend active project sites weekly to provide oversight and support project delivery

Qualifications

• 5+ years of life sciences construction experience
• Strong experience delivering pharmaceutical, biotech, laboratory, GMP, cleanroom, or advanced manufacturing facilities
• Extensive MEP construction management experience on large, technically complex projects
• Demonstrated involvement in projects valued at $350M+
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, controls, fire protection, and commissioning processes
• Experience working in an Owner's Representative, Construction Management, General Contractor, or similar project delivery environment
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
• Must be based within the San Francisco Bay Area
• Must be willing to visit project sites each week
• Ability to manage multiple priorities within fast-paced construction environments

Compensation & Benefits

• $160,000 - $210,000 base salary, dependent on experience
• Performance-based bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Hybrid working environment offering flexibility between home, office, and project site responsibilities
• Long-term career progression with one of the most respected Owner's Representative firms in the life sciences and pharmaceutical construction sector

Desired Skills and Experience

• 5+ years of MEP Construction Experience
• 5+ years of Life Science and Pharmaceutical construction experience
• Must be local to San Francisco, California