MEP Preconstruction Manager
About The Position
Holder Construction is seeking an MEP Preconstruction Manager to join their Preconstruction team in their Herndon, VA regional office. This is a full-time, in-person position. The role involves leading and managing MEP preconstruction activities, including estimating, design management, and subcontractor/vendor procurement. The manager will communicate with various stakeholders, prepare comparative analyses of estimates, coordinate teams to develop scopes of work, and analyze bid proposals. Additionally, the role includes training preconstruction engineers, leading RFP responses, representing Holder at meetings and industry events, creating and presenting project deliverables, and supporting preconstruction phase meetings with owners, architects, and engineers.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
- 10+ years of preconstruction experience specific to mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building automation systems/power monitoring systems.
- Ability to read and understand electrical, HVAC, plumbing, architectural, and civil plans and specifications.
- Familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures of MEP systems and equipment.
- Experience leading a team of MEP Project Engineers or Estimators.
- Outstanding communication and time management skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively and adapt to change professionally.
- Strong organizational skills and effective meeting management.
Nice To Haves
- Proven ability to develop and lead teams, enabling others to act and encouraging high performance.
- Experience in presenting ideas clearly and handling confrontation constructively.
- Willingness to accept and provide constructive feedback.
- Commitment to continuous improvement and professional growth.
- Ability to engage with clients, vendors, and industry partners to maintain positive relationships.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage MEP preconstruction activities, including estimating, design management, and subcontractor/vendor procurement.
- Communicate with equipment vendors, design engineers, clients, subcontractors, and internal project stakeholders.
- Prepare comparative analyses of estimates and explain variances to project stakeholders.
- Coordinate teams of preconstruction engineers to develop complete scopes of work for MEP systems.
- Analyze subcontractor and vendor bid proposals and provide recommendations for award, considering project risks and challenges.
- Train and develop preconstruction engineers in technical and non-technical aspects of MEP systems.
- Lead responses to RFPs and represent Holder at meetings and industry events.
- Create, update, and present project deliverables and tools to clients.
- Support meetings with owners, architects, and engineers during the preconstruction phase.
Benefits
- Annual bonus program
- Paid time off
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k)-retirement plan
- Night and swing shift differential pay for select roles
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
