MEP Project Manager

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DPR Construction is seeking an MEP project manager with a minimum of 8 years of commercial construction experience. This individual will be ultimately responsible for day-to-day coordination of all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, and fire sprinkler scopes of a project or projects. Some travel is to be expected. They will work closely with all members of the project team, project executives, and regional leadership teams and will be responsible for the following:

• Manage the owner-architect and engineer interface and planning and installation for HVAC, controls, plumbing, process piping, and fire/life safety as well as fire protection design/construction coordination (validated and non-validated systems).
• Responsible for providing construction support for MEP systems and will oversee the balancing, commissioning, and validation certification of these systems, including the turnover package.
• Assist in the development and execution of full commissioning plans for all MEP systems that identify and define the following: all test requirements, required inspections, factory start-up of major equipment, factory acceptance testing, project and vendor documentation requirements, and integrated test plans demonstrating full system integration.
• Manage and direct the activity of MEP coordinators, as well as MEP PEs on the project.
• Assist with preconstruction, scoping of subcontractors, and provide project management of subcontractors as needed.
• Understand and perform the role of superintendent on the site over mechanical and electrical trades and manage the site for the general superintendent as needed.
• Participate and/or conduct training in their region as needed.

We are looking for a flexible, detail-oriented team player with the ability to manage multiple tasks, produce quality work, and consistently meet deadlines. The successful candidate will possess:

• Strong grasp of mechanical and electrical engineering concepts.
• Ability to run complex meetings with multiple attendees, issue minutes promptly, and follow up with participants for deliverables.
• Good understanding of test and balance requirements.
• Good understanding of direct digital controls installations/integration.
• Good understanding of fire/life safety and fire sprinkler systems.
• Excellent listening skills and strong communication skills.
• Ability to identify and resolve complex issues.
• Ability to create and support team morale.
• Proficient computer skills in Excel, Word, and scheduling software.
• 5+ years of experience as an MEP coordinator, preferably within DPR’s core markets.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred but not required.
• A strong work ethic and a “can-do” attitude.
• This job is salaried.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education, and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths, and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity, and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company, and Newsweek.

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