MEP Manager - Industrial & Manufacturing

McCownGordon Construction•Fort Worth, TX

About The Position

The MEP Manager is responsible for understanding Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) design concepts, estimating, and construction basics. Dedicated to a market or region, this position supports project preconstruction and operations team members and provides industry knowledge and expertise as an in-house resource for associates and clients. The role supports pursuits, drawing and specification reviews, MEP estimating and schedule tracking, trade partner coordination, bidding and buyout, construction coordination, and risk management. The position requires work in an office environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Architectural, Structural, Civil, or Construction Engineering; a bachelor's degree in Construction Science or Management; or equivalent.
At least 5 years of experience as a design engineer/consultant or in trade partner preconstruction, management, or operations.
Knowledge of MEP and construction terminology and construction procedures.
Analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
High-level time-management and prioritization skills.
Ability to build and maintain relationships with trade partners and consultants, including by attending industry events.
Ability to work with a variety of internal and external clients.

Responsibilities

Create content for pursuits.
Attend project interviews to identify and discuss MEP challenges and opportunities.
Review construction drawings to identify optimal and innovative solutions, potential scope gaps, overages, and value engineering opportunities.
Apply an advanced understanding of MEP specifications.
Assist project teams with MEP estimating at various design stages; review preconstruction and trade partner estimates and provide input related to engineering trades.
Assist with tracking MEP long-lead-time items.
Understand trade partner strengths and recommend partners for specific project types; assist the preconstruction team with trade partner selection.
Review MEP scopes of work.
Assist preconstruction managers with MEP bid evaluations, analysis, and recommendations.
Direct teams and clients to available rebates and incentives.
Regularly attend MEP trade and/or consultant coordination meetings.
Attend preconstruction meetings for the assigned business unit.
Review specific MEP submittals on selected projects and provide feedback to the operations team.
Regularly attend site reviews for assigned projects.
Assist project teams with troubleshooting during construction as needed.
Assist project teams with development plans for high-risk trade partners.