MEP Preconstruction Manager / Design Phase Manager

Trueline•Minneapolis, MN

5d•$113,500 - $170,300•Hybrid

About The Position

Trueline, one of the largest and most respected builders in the country, is seeking an MEP Preconstruction Manager (Design Phase Manager) to join their team in Minneapolis, MN, on a hybrid schedule. You'll lead the design phase on complex commercial projects, with an emphasis on electrical systems, owning MEP estimating, designer and trade partner selection, scheduling, design development, and commissioning planning. The right person pairs deep MEP and preconstruction expertise with a humble, team-first approach and wants a long-term home at a company with work booked through 2030.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Construction, Architectural, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or a related field
10+ years of construction experience
5+ years of estimating or on-site project management experience, including 1-2 years as a Preconstruction Manager
Thorough knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and low-voltage systems
Working knowledge of construction equipment, techniques, scheduling, cost control, drawings, specifications, and standards
Proven leadership experience, with the ability to build relationships and influence at every level of an organization
A humble, team-first approach and the integrity to do the right thing when nobody's looking
Working knowledge of EEO, inclusive leadership practices, and Affirmative Action requirements
Ability to travel up to 70% to project sites and work in the office Tuesday through Thursday when not traveling
Authorization to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship

Nice To Haves

Electrical preconstruction, estimating, or design phase experience
Background with an electrical or mechanical contractor
Design-build experience, including designer solicitation and contracting
Lean Design Delivery and BIM/VDC experience
LEED tracking and analysis experience
MEP commissioning planning experience
Data center, healthcare, sports, federal, or manufacturing project experience

Responsibilities

Manage the design phase for one or more concurrent commercial projects, including estimating, business partner selection, preliminary scheduling, design development, quality control, and MEP commissioning planning
Work closely with owners to define project expectations and the critical success factors to focus on during design
Facilitate the solicitation, selection, and contracting of designers on design-build projects
Develop and lead the preparation and presentation of project proposals
Build detailed design-phase and baseline construction schedules
Lead construction planning, including the contract manual, subcontractor selection, MWD/BE participation, trade and site utilization, disruption avoidance, and owner direct purchase planning, using Lean Design Delivery principles and BIM/VDC technology
Guide design teams to build constructability and logistics solutions into the design, and provide meaningful input on programming and conceptual design
Lead estimating team members on the technical design side, including drawings, specifications, scheduling, and cost documentation
Manage design-phase costs through estimate preparation, technical estimating, value engineering, life-cycle analysis, and budget management
Secure regulatory approvals, meet risk management requirements for insurance, bonding, owner contracts, and subcontractor terms, and implement LEED tracking and analysis
Supervise, mentor, and develop Design Phase Engineers, including work direction, performance evaluations, and hiring decisions
Set the tone for exceptional customer relationships, gather feedback throughout design, and help identify future project opportunities

Benefits

Base salary of $113,500-$170,300 in Minneapolis, depending on experience, and up to $187,300 in select markets
Eligibility for the company's incentive plan
Hybrid schedule: project site travel comes first, and otherwise you'll be in the office Tuesday through Thursday and remote Monday and Friday
Relocation assistance may be available for the right candidate
Medical and prescription drug coverage with vision included at no additional cost, plus dental
401(k) with a generous company match
Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leave
Employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and a gym membership discount program
No-cost mental health support and work-life concierge resources
Work booked through 2030 at a company that has grown roughly 40% in most years
A leadership role building and developing a team of Design Phase Engineers
Opportunity to move across regional offices and business units as the company expands into new markets and industries
A humble, respectful culture with genuine leadership, where many team members have built 30+ year careers