Senior Mechanical Engineer

Holder Construction; Mount Prospect (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Night and swing shift differential pay

Job summary

Holder Construction is seeking a Senior Engineer to join our MEP team on a project in Mount Prospect, IL. This full-time, in-person position involves communication with vendors, procurement of contracts, and project management.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, at least 5 years of preconstruction experience, and the ability to read various plans. A strong focus will be on effective coordination in commercial projects, contributing to our performance-driven culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing preconstruction experience.
• Ability to read and understand electrical, HVAC, plumbing, architectural, and civil plans.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with vendors, design engineers, clients, and subcontractors.
• Procure electrical and mechanical subcontracts and equipment.
• Coordinate equipment submittals and assist with construction cost estimates.
• Support commercial projects ensuring effective coordination.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Construction Management

HVAC Systems

Problem Solving

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/electrical engineering or construction management

Job description

Holder Construction is a nationally recognized leader in the construction industry, consistently ranked among the top firms on ENR’s Top 400 Contractors list. We are a performance‑driven company that believes in rewarding excellence and investing in our people. Our structured career development program empowers associates to grow quickly into expanded roles and responsibilities based on merit. With operations throughout the United States, we offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Paid time off
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Night and swing shift differential pay for select roles

About the Role

We are looking for a Senior Engineer to join our MEP team on our project in Mount Prospect, IL. This is a full‑time, in‑person position.

Key Responsibilities

• Communicate with electrical and mechanical equipment vendors, design engineers, clients, and subcontractors.
• Procure electrical and mechanical subcontracts and equipment, managing contracts and deliverables from bid solicitation through contract award.
• Coordinate equipment submittals and assist with electrical, mechanical, and overall construction cost estimates.
• Support commercial projects within core markets, ensuring effective coordination and execution.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, construction management, relevant field, or relevant experience.
• 5+ years of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing preconstruction experience.
• Ability to read and understand electrical, HVAC, plumbing, architectural, and civil plans and specifications.
• Familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures of MEP systems and equipment.
• Ability to identify and resolve issues.
• Effective participation in a team environment.
• Detail‑oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects and tasks.

Holder is committed to Equal Opportunity Employment (EOE).

Substance abuse testing and a background screening is a condition of employment andHolder Construction does not sponsor applicants for immigration status or benefits.