Project Manager (MEPF)

DPR Construction; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 100 000; Full time

Job summary

A global construction firm seeks a bilingual Project Manager (MEPF) in Bloemfontein. The candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in ground-up construction with a technical background in Electrical or MEP Engineering. Responsibilities include managing design consultants, overseeing construction installations, and coordinating with various stakeholders. The position offers competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and exposure to high-profile projects.

Benefits

Competitive salary & benefits package

Professional development & career growth opportunities

Exposure to high-profile projects

Collaborative international work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of site-based project experience in ground-up construction.
• Experience managing large-scale commercial technology projects such as data centers.
• Strong technical knowledge of construction methods.

Responsibilities

• Manage design consultants and track design issues.
• Coordinate technical information among stakeholders.
• Oversee M&E construction installation and compliance.

Skills

Bilingual proficiency in Korean and English

Strong problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership in stakeholder management

Cost estimating and management skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, MEP, or Construction Management

Tools

MS Office

Bluebeam

Procore or similar project management software

Primavera or similar scheduling software

BIM software

Job description

Job Description

DPR’s Project Role

PM (Design & Construction Management), QS (Estimating, Cost Control, Commercial, Tender Management)

About Us

DPR Asia is a wholly owned subsidiary of DPR Construction, USA (www.dpr.com) based in Seoul, South Korea. We specialize in Project Management and Cost Consulting services for customers across the APAC region. Since 2011, we have supported Korean and international clients on construction projects across various sectors, including Mission Critical (Data Centers), Logistics, Healthcare, Life Sciences, Labs, Commercial, and Training Facilities.

Position

Project Manager (MEPF)

Project Role

Project Management (Design & Construction), Cost Consulting (Estimating, Cost Control, Commercial, Tender Management)

Role Overview

We are seeking a bilingual (English & Korean) MEPF Project Manager to join our team. The successful candidate will have at least 5 years of site-based project experience in ground‑up construction, with a technical background in Electrical or MEP Engineering. Candidates must have experience managing large‑scale commercial and advanced technology projects (such as data centers), including expertise in one of the following fields: Building Management Systems (BMS), Building Security Systems for data centers, or Fire Suppression Systems (Mechanical/Electrical).

Key Responsibilities

• Managing design consultants including peer reviewers
• Tracking of design issues
• Coordinating all technical information.
• Review and approve design documents.
• Liaising with all key stakeholders including General Contractor, Commissioning Agent, Clients, 3rd Party Inspectors, Design Team members etc.
• Chair M&E design coordination meetings.
• Attending progress meetings and design team meetings.
• Preparing and monitoring of technical specifications
• Appointing and managing internal and external consultants.
• Review and manage coordination in 3D models
• Lead the effort to ensure timely resolution of design and construction issues
• Lead discussion with local authorities such as KEPCO, KDHC, Building Department etc.
• Managing the M&E construction installation including testing and commissioning to ensure compliance with design, schedule and cost
• Review and assist in developing budget estimate
• Develop and update project schedule (design and construction)
• Develop and track long lead equipment procurement schedule
• Develop bid documents for GC and major equipment
• Evaluate and validate bids
• Change order review and approval
• Design QA/QC
• Construction QA/QC
• Progress payments review and approval
• Project risk identification and establish risk mitigation procedures
• Review and enforce safety program

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, MEP, Construction Management or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of site-based project experience in ground‑up construction, preferably with a technical background in MEP Engineering.
• Experience in managing large‑scale commercial and advanced technology projects (such as data centers), including expertise in one of the following fields: Building Management Systems (BMS), Building Security Systems for data centers, or Fire Suppression Systems (Mechanical/Electrical).
• Proven leadership in managing complex stakeholder relationships, including clients, designers, contractors, and regulatory bodies.
• Strong technical knowledge of construction methods (design, construction, risk management, cost control, and procurement), materials, and industry best practices.
• Cost estimating and management skills are an advantage.
• Working knowledge of Korean construction regulations, safety standards, and permitting processes.
• Bilingual proficiency in Korean and English (verbal and written).
• Proficient in construction management tools such as MS Office, Bluebeam, project management software (Procore or similar), cost management tools, scheduling software (Primavera or similar), and BIM software.
• Ability to work collaboratively within an existing project team and manage related scopes independently.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills, with a focus on resolving complex project challenges.

Benefits

• Competitive salary & benefits package
• Professional development & career growth opportunities
• Exposure to high‑profile, mission‑critical projects
• Collaborative and international work environment

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.

Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers.