MEP Preconstruction Manager
About The Position
The MEP Preconstruction Manager will focus on projects in Washington D.C., but outstanding candidates in other markets are encouraged to apply, and relocation assistance may be available. This role requires deep MEP and preconstruction expertise combined with a team-first approach, seeking a long-term position at a company with work booked through 2030. The manager will oversee the design phase for commercial projects, including estimating, business partner selection, preliminary scheduling, design development, quality control, and MEP commissioning planning. They will collaborate closely with owners to define project expectations and critical success factors, facilitate the selection and contracting of designers for design-build projects, and develop and present project proposals. Key responsibilities include building detailed design-phase and baseline construction schedules, leading construction planning using Lean Design Delivery principles and BIM/VDC technology, and guiding design teams on constructability and logistics. The role involves leading estimating teams, managing design-phase costs through various analyses, securing regulatory approvals, and implementing LEED tracking. Additionally, the manager will supervise, mentor, and develop Design Phase Engineers, foster exceptional customer relationships, and identify future project opportunities.
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, 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
