Remote MEP Preconstruction Manager

Diamond Peak Recruiting; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Diamond Peak Recruiting is seeking an experienced Mechanical Preconstruction Manager for a fully remote role supporting large-scale commercial construction projects across the United States. The role requires roughly 30% travel to project sites, offices, and client meetings.

The successful candidate will lead preconstruction efforts, develop budgets and schedules, collaborate with estimating and design teams, and ensure smooth transition from preconstruction to operations on complex HVAC and

Qualifications

• 7+ years in mechanical construction with preconstruction/estimating/project management experience
• Experience on large-scale commercial mechanical projects
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, piping, and plumbing systems
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specs and construction documents
• Experience with conceptual estimating, budgeting, value engineering, constructability and project planning

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical preconstruction efforts for large-scale commercial projects from conceptual design through award.
• Review plans, specifications, drawings to identify scope, risks, and opportunities.
• Develop and manage budgets, estimates, schedules, and preliminary project plans.
• Partner with estimating teams to develop accurate mechanical cost estimates and validate assumptions.
• Provide constructability reviews and identify value engineering opportunities.
• Evaluate mechanical systems, materials, and installation requirements.
• Collaborate with owners, general contractors, architects, engineers, vendors and internal teams.
• Participate in design-assist and design-build projects through design development.
• Develop schedules and identify milestones, procurement needs and risks.
• Assist with subcontractor and vendor procurement, scope development and bid leveling.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Support contract reviews and identify scope gaps and change-order exposure.
• Transition projects from preconstruction into operations with complete budgets and documentation.
• Attend client/project meetings and site walks; travel 30% as needed.

Skills

Mechanical construction

Preconstruction

Estimating

Project management

HVAC systems

Piping & Plumbing

Reading drawings

Vendor coordination

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Preconstruction Manager to join a leading mechanical contractor supporting large-scale commercial construction projects throughout the United States. This is a fully remote position, with approximately 30% travel required to project sites, offices, client meetings, and other key project locations.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical construction preconstruction and experience supporting complex, large-scale commercial projects. This individual will play a critical role from the early stages of project development through buyout and turnover to operations, working closely with estimating, operations, design teams, subcontractors, vendors, and clients to develop successful project strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical preconstruction efforts for large-scale commercial projects from conceptual design through project award.
• Review project plans, specifications, drawings, and design documents to identify scope requirements, risks, and opportunities.
• Develop and manage project budgets, estimates, schedules, and preliminary project plans.
• Partner with estimating teams to develop accurate mechanical cost estimates and validate project assumptions.
• Provide constructability reviews and identify opportunities for value engineering and cost optimization.
• Evaluate mechanical systems, materials, equipment, and installation requirements.
• Collaborate with owners, general contractors, architects, engineers, vendors, and internal project teams throughout the preconstruction process.
• Participate in design-assist and design-build projects, providing mechanical expertise throughout design development.
• Develop project schedules and identify critical milestones, procurement requirements, and potential schedule risks.
• Assist with subcontractor and vendor procurement, scope development, bid leveling, and negotiations.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies prior to project execution.
• Support contract reviews and assist in identifying scope gaps, exclusions, and potential change-order exposure.
• Transition projects effectively from preconstruction into operations, ensuring project teams receive complete budgets, schedules, scope documentation, and project knowledge.
• Attend client meetings, project meetings, site walks, and other project-related activities as needed.
• Travel approximately 30% to support projects and maintain strong relationships with clients and project teams.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in mechanical construction, with significant experience in preconstruction, estimating, project management, or a combination of these areas.
• Proven experience working on large-scale commercial mechanical projects.
• Strong understanding of HVAC, piping, plumbing, and/or other commercial mechanical systems.
• Experience with conceptual estimating, budgeting, value engineering, constructability, and project planning.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Strong understanding of mechanical construction means and methods.
• Experience working with general contractors, owners, engineers, architects, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Strong communication, organization, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel approximately 30% throughout the United States.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred but not required.

Ideal Background

The ideal candidate is a seasoned mechanical construction professional who understands both the technical and commercial sides of preconstruction. Experience with large commercial facilities such as data centers, advanced manufacturing, healthcare, life sciences, higher education, mission-critical, industrial, or other complex commercial projects is highly valued.

Candidates should be comfortable operating independently in a remote environment while maintaining strong communication with project teams, clients, and stakeholders across multiple locations.

What We Offer

• Fully remote work environment
• Approximately 30% travel
• Opportunity to work on large-scale, complex commercial projects
• Exposure to high-profile projects and clients nationwide
• Collaborative environment with experienced construction professionals
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits