Sr. MEP Coordinator

DPR GP; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 225,000 - 265,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and vision insurance

Wellness programs

Job summary

DPR Construction in Palo Alto is looking for a senior MEP coordinator who will lead the integration and execution of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems across large-scale projects. You will mentor teams, resolve complex technical challenges, and drive standardization and safety across every phase of design development and construction.

With 6–8 years in MEP coordination or related fields, you will guide cross-functional teams, manage risks, and ensure alignment with project goals while

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience in MEP coordination or related field.
• Experience in building systems design and construction project management.
• Licenses/certifications not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the coordination and integration of MEP systems across complex projects.
• Guide multidisciplinary teams to resolve advanced technical issues.
• Establish and enforce MEP coordination standards and quality benchmarks.
• Lead risk assessment and mitigation for MEP systems.
• Facilitate coordination meetings and align stakeholders.
• Mentor MEP and project teams on complex requirements and drawings.

Skills

MEP coordination

Building systems design

Project management

Mentoring

Risk assessment

Stakeholder coordination

Job description

Job Description At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization. As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.

Job Summary:

Leads the integration and execution of complex Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems and processes across multiple large-scale projects to ensure strategic alignment and operational excellence. Demonstrates advanced proficiency and comprehensive understanding of MEP systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, life safety, low voltage, and automation, from design development through the full project lifecycle. Reviews and leads the resolution of technical MEP challenges with a high impact on operations and projects. Shapes project outcomes by establishing both standard and novel guidelines, driving process innovation, and ensuring compliance with organizational and industry benchmarks. Contributes to organizational growth by mentoring MEP coordination teams, streamlining project workflows, and fostering a culture of technical excellence across MEP disciplines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leads the coordination and integration of MEP systems across multiple or complex projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and technical requirements.
• Guides multidisciplinary teams in resolving advanced technical issues, leveraging expertise to drive innovative and effective solutions.
• Establishes and enforces MEP coordination standards, processes, and quality benchmarks to ensure consistency and excellence across projects.
• Leads risk assessment and mitigation strategies for MEP systems, proactively addressing potential conflicts and ensuring project continuity.
• Facilitates high-level coordination meetings, communicates critical updates, and aligns diverse stakeholder groups to maintain project momentum.
• Mentors the MEP team and project teams by sharing expertise, resources, and guidance on complex MEP requirements, installation schedules, and architectural and structural drawings.
• Creates awareness around MEP and the specific safety issues, sharing lessons learned, and process improvements with teams and trade partners.

Education Qualifications:

Evaluates emerging technologies and industry trends to recommend and implement improvements in MEP coordination practices.

Work Experience:

6 - 8 years of experience in MEP coordination, building systems design, construction project management, or a related field required.

Certifications and Licenses:

None required.

Anticipated starting pay range:

$225,000.00- $265,000.00

Nothing is more important than your health and wellness. DPR offers a variety of medical, dental, vision and wellness benefits to keep you healthy.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world. Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together-by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.

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