Senior MEP Manager / Systems Manager

Clark Construction Group; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark Construction Group in San Antonio is seeking a Senior MEP Systems Manager to drive project success from submittal to close-out, overseeing Low Voltage, Security, Fire Protection, and Controls. This on-site role demands strong leadership and hands-on oversight of MEP activities across trades.

You will lead MEP 3D coordination meetings, manage on-site installation, submittals, testing, and commissioning, while coordinating procurement documentation and maintaining schedules.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in mechanical, electrical or fire protection/life safety engineering or related construction discipline OR 15+ years of relevant experience preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in construction and managing MEP trades, experience with a general contractor preferred.
• Experience leading teams and working within MEP design review, drawing supervision, submittal review, field inspections, and testing & commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Analyze contract documents for constructability, code compliance and functionality.
• Lead MEP trade 3D coordination meetings and coordinated drawings submittal approval process.
• Guide and monitor MEP trade coordination and installation on site.
• Manage MEP trade material submittals in accordance with contract documents.
• Develop, monitor, and maintain MEP schedule with project field supervision team.
• Review field installation and manage testing and commissioning efforts.
• Review and advise on MEP requisitions and contract changes.
• Proactively identify and recruit top industry talent for Clark.

Skills

MEP leadership

Construction mgmt

BIM coordination

Submittal review

Site supervision

Team leadership

Procurement tracking

Risk mitigation

Tools

Procore

P6

Job description

Summary

As a Senior MEP Systems Manager, you have the opportunity to add to that legacy by being a part of the construction process from start to finish by utilizing your knowledge to drive successful completion of the project. You will be involved in all aspects of MEP from submittal to close out to include Low Voltage, Security, Fire Protection Systems, Controls and all critical MEP Systems that allow our clients to thrive in their industries.

Responsibilities

• Analyze contract documents for constructability, code compliance and functionality
• Lead MEP trade 3D coordination meetings and coordinated drawings submittal approval process.
• Guide and monitor MEP trade coordination and installation on site
• Manage MEP trade material submittals in accordance with the contract documents
• Manage MEP trade material tracking and procurement documentation
• Develop, monitor, and maintain MEP schedule in conjunction with project field supervision team.
• Review field installation
• Analyze contract documents for constructability, code compliance and functionality.
• Manage testing and commissioning efforts
• Review and advise on MEP requisitions and contract changes.
• Handle MEP related close out document delivery
• Encourage and participate in staff training and development
• Understand MCA labor rates and NECA factors when reviewing proposals and change orders
• Provide leadership to foster an environment of diversity, inclusion and safety
• Proactively identify and develop relationships with industry professionals to generate and win the right work
• Take an active role in recruiting top industry talent to join the Clark team. Identify, hire, and retain outstanding people
• Exceed our stakeholders’ expectations by anticipating their needs, desires, and goals

Basic Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in mechanical, electrical or fire protection/life safety engineering, construction management or a related discipline OR 15+ years of relevant experience preferred
• 10+ years’ experience in construction and managing MEP trades, experience with a general contractor preferred
• Experience with successfully leading teams and working within MEP design review, drawing supervision, submittal review, field inspections, and testing & commissioning
• Experience working on large scale construction, with MEP trade specific experience to create a vision that aligns the team to achieve desired results
• Detail oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• A proven people leader with experience in attracting, developing, and engaging diverse talent by fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture based on trust and respect
• Mitigate risk through proactive and timely reduction of change order exposures
• Ability to quickly and effectively adapt to changes during different phases of the construction process
• Demonstrated experiences and alignment with Clark’s Standards of Excellence: Results Oriented, Self Motivated, Ethical, Sets Direction & Executes, and Builds People, Teams, and Followership

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 10 certification
• P6 experience
• Procore experience

Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence:

Self-Motivated, Results Oriented, Adaptable, Team Player, Accountable, Ethical, Innovative, Resilient, Builds Relationships, Builds People / Teams and Followership, Sets Direction and Executes

The Physical Side of the Role:

This is an active, hands-on role. You can expect to be on your feet frequently, navigating active job sites with uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, and hoists. The work is physically demanding and requires a full range of motion, including bending, kneeling, and reaching. You’ll need to be comfortable frequently lifting and carrying materials up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds. This role requires the ability to communicate effectively, as well as visual acuity for reading plans and inspecting work. The role does include desk time in the office that may require prolonged periods of sitting for tasks like computer work, document review, and meetings.

Your Work Environment: You’ll spend a significant amount of your time on active construction sites, which means being adaptable to all kinds of weather and moderate to loud noise levels, and comfortable in elevated or confined work areas with moving mechanical equipment and with the fast-paced nature of a project in progress. You will also spend time in a typical office setting with moderate noise levels. Your safety is our top priority, and you'll be expected to follow Clark Construction's safety policies and procedures, and all applicable laws, at all locations.

Our High-Performing Culture:

This is a demanding, high-performance environment. We are looking for candidates who are energized by challenge, thrive under pressure, and are prepared to do what it takes to achieve exceptional results. Success in this role requires significant commitment, including flexibility to work extended hours, especially during critical project phases or client deadlines. Beyond regular working hours, there will be occasions where business needs require your attention, particularly for time-sensitive matters or emergencies. You are expected to monitor and respond to communications (phone calls, emails, text messages) as required to address these situations effectively. Your ability to manage these expectations and be responsive when critical issues arise is key to your success in this role and our collective success as a team.

A Drug Free Workplace:

Clark promotes a drug free workplace. A pre-employment drug “fitness for duty” screening is required, and the company conducts random quarterly drug “fitness for duty” tests.