Systems/MEP Manager

Clark Construction Group - California, LP; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision benefits

Paid time off

Retirement/401k

Company Contribution plan

Life insurance

Commuter benefit

Short & long term disability

Fitness reimbursement

FSA

Tuition reimbursement

Back-up daycare

Tutoring & family support benefits

EAP/Work-Life assistance

Holiday contribution program

Job summary

Clark Construction Group is seeking a Systems/MEP Manager to drive design review, coordination, and testing across Low Voltage, Security, Fire Protection, and all critical MEP systems on a major project in San Diego.

The role leads MEP trade coordination, submittal approvals, field inspections, and commissioning activities, with a hands-on, safety-conscious approach and a focus on diversity and inclusion within a high-performance team.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in mechanical, electrical, or fire protection/life safety engineering or construction management, or 5+ years of relevant experience.
• 5+ years construction experience managing MEP trades, general contractor experience preferred.
• Experience leading teams and coordinating MEP design review, drawing supervision, submittals, field inspections, and testing & commissioning.
• Experience on large-scale construction with MEP trade focus and ability to align team to achieve results.
• Detail oriented with ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proven people leadership fostering diversity, inclusion and safety.

Responsibilities

• Analyze contract documents for constructability, code compliance and functionality.
• Lead MEP trade 3D coordination meetings and coordinated drawings submittal approvals.
• Guide and monitor MEP trade coordination and installation on site.
• Manage MEP trade material submittals and tracking.
• Develop, monitor, and maintain MEP schedule with project field supervision team.
• Review field installations and testing/commissioning activities.
• Review and advise on MEP requisitions and contract changes.
• Handle MEP related close out document delivery.
• Encourage staff training and development.
• Understand MCA labor rates and NECA factors when reviewing proposals and change orders.
• Provide leadership to foster diversity, inclusion and safety.

Skills

MEP management

Construction coordination

Leadership

Scheduling

Submittals

Field inspections

Testing & commissioning

Contract review

Education

Undergraduate degree in mechanical, electrical, or fire protection/life safety engineering or related discipline

Tools

Procore

P6

Job description

As a Systems/MEP Manager, you have the opportunity to be 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 trades from design review, coordinated drawing supervision, submittal review for compliance, field inspections, and testing and commissioning to include Low Voltage, Security, Fire Protection Systems, Controls and all critical MEP Systems.

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
• 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

Basic Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in mechanical, electrical or fire protection/life safety engineering, construction management or a related discipline OR 5+ years of relevant experience preferred
• 5+ 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
• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 10 certification
• P6 experience
• Procore experience

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.

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.

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.

Compensation

Clark offers a total compensation package that includes base salary, bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision benefits, paid time off, retirement/401k, and Company Contribution plan. Additional benefits include life insurance, commuter benefit, short & long term disability, fitness reimbursement, FSA, tuition reimbursement, back-up daycare, tutoring & family support benefits, EAP/Work-Life assistance, and a holiday contribution program. For this role the base salary range is $90,000-175,000. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. Base pay is one part of the Total Compensation Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

• health/dental/vision benefits
• paid time off
• retirement/401k
• Company Contribution plan
• life insurance
• commuter benefit
• short & long term disability
• fitness reimbursement
• FSA
• tuition reimbursement
• back-up daycare
• tutoring & family support benefits
• EAP/Work-Life assistance
• holiday contribution program

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.

About Clark Construction

Clark Construction Group is one of the largest building and infrastructure companies in the United States. Our portfolio spans every major building market, from public to private, corporate to cultural, education to entertainment, and the infrastructure connecting it all – power, transportation, water, and roadways. Since 1906, we’ve been delighting and delivering value to our clients and project partners, providing diverse opportunities for our team, and strengthening the communities where we live. With offices strategically located across the country, we pride ourselves on being a local builder with national reach. There is a sense of camaraderie that comes with delivering impactful projects as a team. It creates a sense of humility and fosters pride in the work we do. At Clark, we are proud to build what matters, together.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clark Construction Group, LLC (and its subsidiaries and affiliates) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.

Accommodation for Disabilities

Clark is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please email [e-mail] or call [phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Authorization to Work

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis in order to be considered.