MEP Manager

For more than 50 years, the building team has been giving life to countless construction projects, distinguishing itself by the high quality of its work, respecting the highest industry standards and aiming to obtain environmental certifications. Engineers, architects, and other building specialists work hard to meet deadlines and exceed client expectations, while improving the well‑being of communities. Office buildings, hospitals and research centers, educational institutions, residential buildings, hotels, shopping centers, factories, sports and cultural centers, our team excels at building these places using state‑of‑the‑art tools and places people at the heart of its concerns by advocating an innovative collaborative approach.

Come build the future with us!

We are looking for a
MEP Manager
for one of our exciting projects in Ottawa.

The MEP Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing all Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) scopes on ICI construction projects. Acting as the GC’s technical authority for building systems, the MEP Manager ensures MEP work is fully integrated with architectural and structural elements, delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with contract documents, codes, and quality standards.

This role is critical in managing trade contractors, resolving technical challenges, and supporting successful commissioning and turnover of complex building systems.

• Review drawings, specifications, and contract documents to identify MEP scope, risks, and coordination requirements
• Participate in design development, constructability reviews, and value engineering initiatives
• Assist with MEP budgeting, cost planning, and procurement strategies
• Support subcontractor tendering, evaluation, and award recommendations
• Develop MEP execution plans, phasing strategies, and site logistics in collaboration with the project team

• Lead MEP coordination meetings with consultants, subcontractors, and internal project teams
• Ensure MEP installations align with architectural, structural, and life‑safety requirements
• Coordinate sequencing of MEP activities with overall construction schedule
• Monitor field installation to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and applicable codes

• Track MEP progress against the master schedule and short‑interval plans
• Review and validate MEP subcontractor progress claims and change requests
• Identify potential delays, cost impacts, and mitigation strategies early
• Support change management, including pricing reviews and schedule impact assessments

• Enforce quality control standards for all MEP systems and installations
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards (OBC, CSA, NFPA, ASHRAE, etc.)
• Promote and enforce site safety requirements in coordination with the project team and subcontractors
• Participate in inspections, testing, and authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) reviews

• Diploma or degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Building Systems, or a related field
• 8–12+ years of progressive experience in MEP coordination or management on ICI projects
• Proven experience working for or with a General Contractor
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and life‑safety systems
• Solid understanding of Canadian building codes and local authority requirements
• Experience with BIM coordination and digital construction tools
• Ability to read and interpret complex construction drawings and specifications

• Strong leadership and subcontractor management abilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination skills
• Proactive problem‑solver with strong technical judgment
• Detail‑ori…