MEP​/CX- Project Manager

MEP/CX- PROJECT MANAGER

The primary role of the MEP-Cx Project Manager is to lead the planning, coordination, execution, and successful delivery of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, controls, and specialty building systems on complex construction projects. The position provides hands-on technical support and leadership to the project team from conceptual design through project handover while managing project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client expectations.

The MEP Project Manager serves as the primary technical resource for the project team, collaborating with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and internal operations staff to ensure engineered systems are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with contract requirements. This role proactively identifies project risks, develops solutions, drives successful project outcomes, and develops and enhances customer relationships through excellent service while maintaining McGough's commitment to operational excellence.

The MEP Project Manager also plays an active role in mentoring junior staff, supporting business development efforts, and advancing company standards and best practices.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related engineering discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in MEP engineering design, facility management/operations, or construction management.
• Comprehensive knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire protection, controls, and specialty building systems.
• Demonstrated expertise in the design, installation, operation, or construction management of engineered systems for complex projects such as mission critical facilities, semiconductor fabrication plants, hospitals, pharmaceutical facilities, central power or cooling plants, water/wastewater facilities, advanced manufacturing, and similar technically complex projects.
• Strong understanding of construction scheduling, budgeting, procurement, commissioning, and project controls.
• Ability to communicate effectively across multiple levels of an organization and convey technical topics to non-technical audiences.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple project tasks concurrently.

Preferred:

• Professional Engineer (PE) registration.
• Ability to navigate REVIT and AutoCAD documents; experience with Procore, Bluebeam Revu, Revizto, and Autodesk Construction Cloud.
• Experience supporting Design-Build, CMAR, or Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) projects.
• OSHA 30 Certification.
• LEED Accredited Professional, Certified Commissioning Professional (CCP), or similar industry certification.
• Experience developing project estimates and supporting preconstruction services.

Skills:

• Advanced MEP systems knowledge
• Project leadership
• Budget and cost management
• Construction scheduling
• Contract administration
• Procurement strategy
• Technical document review
• Risk identification and mitigation
• Client relationship management
• Negotiation and conflict resolution
• Team leadership and collaboration
• Decision-making and problem solving
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Construction management software (Procore, Bluebeam, Autodesk Construction Cloud)
• Technical communication with both technical and non-technical audiences
• Organization and management of multiple concurrent project tasks

Core Responsibilities

Pre-Construction Phase Technical Expertise

• Lead constructability reviews and interdisciplinary coordination efforts during project planning.
• Review A/E drawings, specifications, and contract documents for compliance with owner requirements, applicable codes, constructability, industry-standard practices, optimization opportunities, and project objectives.
• Participate in page-turn reviews with the client and A/E team to identify design, coordination, constructability, and scope issues.
• Collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, and preconstruction teams to optimize engineered system designs.
• Develop bid instructions and detailed technical scopes of work for MEP subcontractors and suppliers to minimize scope gaps and coordination conflicts.
• Evaluate subcontractor qualifications, cost proposals, and technical capabilities.
• Identify long-lead equipment and develop procurement strategies to support project schedules.
• Lead value engineering initiatives and identify opportunities to improve constructability, quality, and cost efficiency.
• Support project estimating, budgeting, scheduling, and risk assessments.
• Participate in client presentations and project pursuit activities.

Construction Phase Technical Leadership

• Lead coordination of all MEP subcontractors and specialty trade partners throughout construction.
• Lead or support the submittal, Request for Information (RFI), substitution request, and change management processes, including interpretation of contract documents and resolution of technical questions.
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