MEP Construction Project Manager

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MBP is seeking leaders in the design and construction industry to support the delivery of complex projects and programs. For this position, we seek candidates in the Washington/Baltimore DC metropolitan area with 10 or more years of combined education and/or experience and demonstrated advanced knowledge and expertise in the installation of complex Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and/or related systems. Experience in supporting the successful delivery of new and/or renovated laboratory, data center, and/or secure facilities with SCIFs is desired.

Evidence of progressive career development and demonstrated expertise in quality control, quality assurance, construction management, field engineering, or related fields. Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Duties include providing pre‑construction and on‑site owner representation for medium‑ to large‑scale construction projects, either as part of a team or working independently, depending on the project’s size and complexity. Responsibilities include managing cost, schedule, and/or quality on behalf of the client/owner. Typical duties include:

• Working collaboratively with the project delivery team to proactively identify risks and issues and develop mitigation strategies.
• Reviewing project schedules to verify they are complete, feasible, and reasonable. Specific scheduling experience is not required, but it is desired.
• Reviewing and tracking progress against the accepted schedule.
• Participating and/or leading progress meetings. Preparing meeting minutes or reviewing meeting minutes prepared by others to verify completeness and accuracy.
• Providing quality management, including participation in preparatory/pre‑installation meetings, and performing or overseeing the performance of Quality Assurance (QA) inspections to verify that work is being performed in compliance with contract requirements.
• Documenting and tracking issues until resolution, including working collaboratively with the contractor, designer, and owner to resolve issues as they arise.
• Reviewing change order proposals for entitlement and price, and leading or assisting in negotiations.
• Coordinating and overseeing commissioning agents and other third‑party owner contractors.
• Coordinating punch list and acceptance with the designer and other project stakeholders.
• Monitoring and verifying completion of closeout requirements, including owner training, operations and maintenance manuals, warranties, and stock materials.

• High school or General Equivalency Diploma (GED), plus 15 years of related experience and/or education.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or related field, plus 10 years of related experience.
• Possess OSHA 30‑hour certification or obtain within 3 months of hire.
• Working knowledge of basic mathematics, including computations based on field measurements.
• Considerable construction‑related training or a combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the job.
• Knowledge of codes, materials, methods, and tools utilized in construction, repair, or renovation work.
• Preferred certifications include CQM (Construction Quality Management), CCM (Certified Construction Manager), Journeyman or Master certification/license.
• Knowledge of construction practices, principles of construction management and project controls, with working knowledge in areas including scheduling, cost estimating, documentation, contract administration, and construction techniques.

• Ability to work independently and handle all aspects of a project, including client interface, technical issues, documentation, and reporting.
• Exercises tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive and complex issues and situations.
• Ability to identify potential problems and derive recommended solutions from past experiences.
• Specialized expertise with quality assurance and…