MEP Engineering Manager

EXP•Chicago, IL

2d•$150,000 - $200,000

About The Position

EXP is seeking an MEP Engineering Manager for its US Central Buildings Group, based in Chicago. The manager will lead mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection engineers across multiple offices. The role calls for strong leadership, communication, professional growth, teamwork, and a client-centered approach. The successful candidate will have experience leading MEP teams through the delivery of projects ranging from small to large, including work with public agencies and alternative delivery projects such as CMAR and Design-Build. The manager will develop and manage an appropriately sized MEP team supporting Aviation, Rail + Transit, Federal, and Higher Education projects. The role combines team and resource management, strategic planning, business development, financial oversight, technical leadership, project management, quality control, staff development, and client service. The stated salary range is $150,000 to $200,000; actual compensation depends on factors including skills, experience, certifications, and geographic location. EXP offers full-time employees health insurance, vacation time, and 401(k) retirement benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
Registered Professional Engineer (PE).
15+ years of experience.
Strong leadership skills and good communication capabilities.
Building design experience.
Experience leading a team of MEP engineers in successfully executing small- to large-scale projects.
Experience with public agencies and alternative delivery projects, including CMAR and Design-Build.

Responsibilities

Develop and manage an appropriately sized team of MEP engineers to support projects across Aviation, Rail + Transit, Federal, and Higher Education market sectors.
Assign appropriate MEP resources to projects based on scope, schedule, and budget requirements.
Participate in annual strategic planning for the MEP team as part of Building Group leadership.
Coordinate MEP engineer resource management across EXP sectors with Building Group leadership.
Coordinate with other EXP offices to balance staffing and project needs.
Participate in project pursuits and business development with the leadership team.
Plan and manage Building Group MEP team resources.
Recruit, interview, and hire staff.
Work with Building Group leadership to ensure the MEP team's overall financial performance and that project budgets and schedules are met.
Provide technical leadership and quality control, maintaining EXP's technical standards across the MEP team.
Manage projects of varying sizes, scales, and complexity, involving multiple disciplines.
Maintain EXP's client-centered approach.
Conduct annual performance and salary reviews for MEP staff.
Develop technical standards and mentor the MEP engineering team.