MEP Manager (Austin)

Turner Construction • Austin, TX

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The MEP Manager oversees and directs preconstruction, engineering, and field installation of all Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, low voltage, and fire sprinkler systems. The role manages MEP procurement, budgets, quality, safety, engineering, coordination, scheduling, installation, commissioning, and close-out processes. The MEP Manager reports to the Project Manager and Project Executive and leads, supervises, and develops Turner MEP staff, including providing input on or completing performance appraisals. The position is based in Austin, Texas.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 10 years’ experience with progressively more responsible exposure to design, cost, sequence, logistics, and field installations of Mechanical and Electrical systems, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Ability to identify design features that command cost premiums and recommend alternatives that deliver comparable or improved function.
• Demonstrated ability to present technical material.
• Very strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite programs.
• Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, use construction personnel hoists, climb ladders, and negotiate work areas under construction.
• Vision abilities including close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; sit, talk, hear, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and occasionally lift or move up to 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• LEED accreditation preferred.
• Knowledge of project management and scheduling software is desirable.
• Ability to implement leading-edge technologies to benefit the project.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct preconstruction, engineering, and field installation of MEP systems.
• Develop and maintain relationships with engineers, design consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, inspectors, and owner’s representatives to align with client goals and expectations throughout the project.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge and understanding of contract documents, including Turner’s contract, plans, specifications, and applicable codes.
• Lead, supervise, and develop Turner MEP staff, including providing input on or completing performance appraisals.
• Oversee daily activities of the Engineer-MEP, Superintendent-MEP, and subordinates.
• Manage MEP procurement, project budgets, quality, safety, engineering, coordination, scheduling, installation, commissioning, and close-out processes.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager