MEP Project Manager

Job Description

The Project Manager role will be leading mechanical and/or electrical teams for large scale projects. They will lead projects from preconstruction through final completion. They are directly responsible for safety and quality, client relations, project budget, schedule and job controls, vendor management, submittals and procedures.

• Plans, directs, and coordinates construction activities for mechanical and electrical industrial projects.
• Project types range from Steel/Manufacturing, Power, Data Centers, and various MEP related projects across a wide variety of industries and clients.
• Typical workload volume is overseeing one large project or a couple/several smaller projects.
• Ensures that project goals are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.
• Manages Project Engineers, Superintendents and Foremen who supervise construction employees; charged with overall direction, coordination and evaluation of team.

• Initiate and maintain liaison with prime clients to facilitate construction activities.
• Establish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards within boundaries of corporate policy.
• Confers with project staff to outline work plan, assign duties/responsibilities and authority.
• Establish work plan and staffing for each phase of project – arranges for recruitment or assignment of project personnel.
• Direct and coordinate activities of project personnel to ensure work progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget.
• Reviews project proposals or plans to determine the timeframe, funding limitations, project procedures, staffing requirements and available resources to various phases of project.
• Reviews status reports from project personnel and modifies schedules/plans as needed.
• Prepares project reports for management, clients or others.
• Confers with project personnel to provide technical advice and to resolve problems.
• Coordinates project activities with activities of governmental agencies and subcontractors.
• Understands and can analyze and execute CPM-based project schedules.
• Monitors/controls construction through administrative direction of on-site Superintendent to ensure project is built safely, on schedule and within budget.
• Represents company in Owner progress meetings.
• Manages financial aspects of contracts and is responsible for project profit or loss.
• Leads project team in daily field coordination meeting, weekly block schedule meeting and monthly safety kickoff meeting.
• Mentors and assists with career development of other team members.
• Performs additional assignments per supervisor’s direction.
• Other tasks and duties as assigned.

• Supervisory responsibilities, in accordance with policies and applicable laws, include interviewing/hiring; training; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding/disciplining; addressing complaints/resolving problems.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/electrical engineering or construction management
• PE credentialing is not required but is a strong plus
• 10+ years’ experience/knowledge of construction, design, finance, and management required

• Understands and interprets safety laws and company policies/standards.
• Applies innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee performance.
• Has a thorough understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, standards, etc. and their impact on project activities.
• Has superior communication and interpersonal skills.
• Business oriented.
• Can assure responsibility, interface, and communicate effectively with others.

McGraw Kokosing offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, company paid life, and disability insurance. We also provide competitive incentives to eligible team members, such as paid time off and a 401K with matching contributions. Incentives and benefits reward team members for staying committed to our customers and maintaining safety as a priority.

McGraw Kokosing is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action federal and state contractor. The company does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.