Senior MEP Manager - Pharma

Gilbane Building Company; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 161,000 - 269,280; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Gilbane Building Company seeks a Senior MEP Manager for pharma projects to lead and mentor MEP teams across multiple sites. Primarily on-site with some travel for trainings and meetings, you will coordinate with PMs and executives to define regional and project-specific needs in MEP.

Strong leadership, industry knowledge, and a safety-first mindset are essential. You will manage buyout, installation, and testing of control systems, build client relationships for repeat business, and ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• OSHA 30 hour certification or equivalent.
• 15+ years of related field experience.
• Experience supervising on large projects.
• Pharmaceutical manufacturing facility construction experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Protects Gilbane and the owner from cost, quality, and schedule impacts.
• Coordinates with Project Managers and MEP staff to understand project needs and assist each project.
• Oversees MEP-GMP preparation and related processes.
• Leads MEP discipline on simultaneous complex projects.

Skills

Troubleshoot MEP systems

Scheduling

Risk management

Quality assurance

Safety culture

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

OSHA 30 hour certification

Job description

Overview

Senior MEP Manager - Pharma. This role leads and mentors the MEP teams on multiple projects, working with Project Managers and Project Executives to help define regional and project-specific needs in all areas of MEP. The role sits primarily on the job site, with occasional travel to the office for trainings and meetings.

Who are we?

As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles even if your experience doesn\'t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description.

You are a coach/leader who leads with an inclusive and empathetic mindset, provides feedback to help others excel, and builds high performing teams by attracting, developing, and retaining talented individuals. You leverage industry trends and Gilbane\'s business model to make critical decisions and create competitive advantage.

Your core values should align with Gilbane\'s: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship.

Responsibilities

• Protects Gilbane and the owner from cost, quality, and schedule impacts
• Coordinates with Project Managers and MEP staff to understand project needs and how to best assist each project
• Oversees and assumes accountability for MEP-GMP preparation
• Assists with the development and implementation of the Project Execution Plan
• Manages the MEP documentation review process, Value Engineering, and constructability with MEP field staff
• Assumes overall responsibility for buyout, installation, and testing of control systems on multiple projects
• Establishes long-term relationships with clients to ensure repeat business
• Leads the MEP discipline and staff on simultaneous complex projects
• Identifies staffing needs and assesses staff skill levels
• Provides leadership in peer group activities and career development for team members
• Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage the team
• Interprets organizational strategy and ensures the team understands their role in achieving goals
• Collaborates with business development to align with sales strategies and client deliverables

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

• Bachelor\'s or Master\'s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• 15+ years of related field experience
• Previous pharmaceutical manufacturing facility construction experience is highly desirable
• Experience in a supervisory role on a large project
• OSHA 30 hour certified
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to troubleshoot MEP systems
• Strong scheduling skills with proficiency in scheduling software
• Strong risk management skills
• Ability to manage the quality assurance process for all MEP work
• Ability to foster a safety-first culture and maintain incident- and injury-free work environment

Salary to be determined based on geographic location, skills, education, and experience, along with internal equity and team alignment.

The pay ranges from $160,900-$269,280 plus benefits and retirement program.

Note: Gilbane offers a total compensation package including health and welfare benefits and a 401(k) plan. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test. Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.