MEP Project Manager

Turner & Townsend•Dallas, TX

13h

About The Position

The MEP Project Manager leads the planning, coordination, and delivery of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing scope on complex construction projects. The role serves as a key interface between clients, consultants, contractors, and project teams, ensuring MEP systems are designed, constructed, commissioned, and handed over in accordance with project objectives, quality standards, schedule requirements, and budget expectations. The position supports projects across the built environment and may involve commercial, industrial, healthcare, mission-critical, life sciences, or data center projects. On-site presence and requirements may change depending on client needs. SOX control responsibilities may be part of the role where applicable. Turner & Townsend promotes a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
At least 5 years of experience managing MEP systems on large-scale commercial, industrial, healthcare, mission-critical, life sciences, or data center projects.
Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and building systems infrastructure.
Experience managing multidisciplinary teams, consultants, contractors, and vendor partners.
Knowledge of project management methodologies, construction delivery processes, commissioning, and project controls.
Ability to review and interpret construction drawings, specifications, schedules, and contract documents.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools such as Procore, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar platforms.
Strong leadership, organizational, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a client-focused approach.

Nice To Haves

PMP, PE, LEED, CCM, or other relevant professional certifications.

Responsibilities

Lead delivery of MEP scope throughout all project phases, from design through commissioning and turnover.
Manage MEP project scope, schedule, budget, risks, and stakeholder communications.
Coordinate architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, and vendors to support project execution.
Review MEP designs, drawings, specifications, calculations, and technical submittals for compliance with project requirements.
Monitor construction progress and oversee installation activities for adherence to quality, safety, and performance standards.
Facilitate technical issue resolution and timely decision-making across project teams.
Support procurement, bid evaluations, contractor selection, and contract administration.
Lead MEP coordination meetings and manage interfaces between building systems and construction trades.
Oversee testing, commissioning, startup, and turnover to ensure operational readiness.
Monitor project risks and develop mitigation strategies to maintain schedule and budget objectives.
Prepare project reports, forecasts, and executive-level presentations for clients and stakeholders.
Identify opportunities for value engineering, process improvement, and enhanced project delivery outcomes.
Foster client relationships and contribute to business development and project pursuit activities as needed.