Senior MEP Project Manager

Suffolk Construction; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Healthcare benefits

401k plan with employer match

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Texas is seeking an experienced MEP Senior Project Manager to oversee critical construction projects. Responsibilities include managing various MEP subcontractors, conducting site inspections, and ensuring compliance with project timelines. The ideal candidate has at least 10 years of experience in MEP systems and a Bachelor of Science in a relevant field. This position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for career advancement within the mission-critical construction sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience with Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection Systems.
• Excellent business judgment demonstrated by achieving profitability objectives.
• Ability to manage and embrace change.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all necessary project resources and documentation.
• Select and manage MEP subcontractors.
• Conduct site walks to monitor progress.

Skills

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical or Fire protection

Job description

Benefits include competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax-deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more. For more information, click here.

Additional benefits may be available for employees considered Travelers within our Mission Critical Group, including relocation support, monthly housing stipends, and monthly travel allowances.

The Role

The Mission Critical Center of Excellence manages billions of dollars in projects annually, specializing in data center and mission-critical construction for leading technology and telecommunications clients across the United States. Focused on fast-paced, MEP-intensive projects, the group is recognized for delivering complex solutions while offering significant opportunities for career advancement within the thriving mission-critical construction industry.

The MEP Senior Project Manager is responsible for managing field inspections, problem solving, and coordinating all necessary Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire Protection project resources and documentation throughout the entire project lifecycle. This includes the selection and management of MEP subcontractors, and the review, management, and administration of mechanical bid tabs/Exhibit Bs, MEP submittals, monthly MEP requisitions and change orders, and MEP contractor schedule/performance.

Responsibilities

• Review mechanical bid tabs and Exhibit B in contracts
• Interview and select sub-contractors for each project
• Manage day-to-day operations of MEP sub-contractors
• Review and approve MEP monthly requisitions and change orders
• Conduct site walks to monitor progress and update schedules
• Communicate directly with BIM/VDC personnel and Superintendents to ensure coordination aligns with project timelines
• Collaborate with the A/E team to resolve coordination issues
• Review all MEP submittals for accuracy and compliance
• Collect documentation from inspections and testing, based on project size
• Oversee MEP and FP contractors, as well as the Commissioning Agent
• Coordinate with Owner’s third-party MEP contractors and testing agencies
• Secure mechanical closeout documentation including as-builts, attic stock, and O&M manuals
• Facilitate multi-trade coordination (e.g., curtain wall with security, electrical, and door hardware)
• Develop and maintain equipment delivery logs; prioritize submittals for long-lead items
• Participate in weekly meetings with owners, subcontractors, coordination teams, and field staff
• Obtain approvals and sign-offs from Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs)
• Support retail and tenant fit-out activities as needed
• Create and manage work lists; complete MEP punch lists
• Organize owner training sessions and project turnover
• Liaise with public utility companies to meet project requirements including temporary services
• Direct and coordinate all parties for successful life safety inspections
• Ensure proper trade coordination and documentation such as verifying electrical requirements for mechanical systems and matching lighting/power plans

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (technical/engineering degree) Mechanical, HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical and Fire protection
• Minimum 10 years experience with Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire Protection Systems
• Excellent business judgment demonstrated by consistently achieving profitability objectives and strong project close-outs with client and subcontractor relationships in good standing
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail evidenced by a strong command of all applicable contract and legal provisions
• Ability to consistently analyze and execute financial trade-offs which frequently involve dealing with incomplete data and ambiguity
• Ability to constantly multi-task and handle competing priorities between Suffolk business needs, organizational issues, and sound customer relations
• Possess judgment to know when to appropriately elevate issues up the chain of command
• Ability to manage and embrace change; respond and adapt to new processes and new ways of looking at old problems
• A strong sense of urgency and initiative; able to quickly study and react to complex issues
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to confidently and decisively take action
• Team leader with excellent diplomatic and communication skills, able to handle and resolve conflicts effectively in a firm but fair manner
• Candidate must possess Suffolk’s Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring

Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking.

EEO Statement

Suffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Suffolk will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk, or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk.