MEP Manager

Overview

National Award-Winning Multidisciplinary A&E firm is actively seeking a MEP Manager to join their Tacoma office. With over 19 offices across the U.S., the award-winning architecture + engineering firm specializes in K-12 through college/university, healthcare, sports and corporate business sectors across the U.S. The company has won over 500 design awards and is recognized for shaping learning environments for students and the community.

It's well established culture has also led the firm being named to the list of “Best Places to Work.” For over forty years, the multidisciplinary studio has created a client base of more than two-hundred clients, a list that includes university systems, hospital system, school districts, and Fortune 500 companies.

The MEPT Division

The Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing & Technology (MEPT) division specializes in delivering comprehensive mechanical, electrical, plumbing, technology, and fire protection engineering design services. The team is dedicated to ensuring system performance, reliability, flexibility, and ease of maintenance. They primarily focus on large commercial projects, including award-winning K-12 schools, and emphasize teamwork to solve problems with a holistic approach.

Your Responsibilities:

We are seeking an experienced MEP Project Manager to lead mechanical engineering teams in the planning and execution of K-12 and Higher Education projects. This role serves as a key liaison between owners, architectural partners, and internal engineering teams, ensuring seamless communication and successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead cross-functional teams in developing comprehensive plans and specifications for assigned projects.

• Define project scope and objectives in collaboration with all relevant stakeholders, ensuring technical feasibility and alignment with client goals.

• Develop, manage, and track project schedules and milestones to ensure timely delivery.

• Apply a range of project management methodologies to tailor execution strategies for projects of varying scope and complexity.

• Maintain clear and consistent communication with team members and stakeholders, ensuring everyone is informed of project scope, milestones, and key contacts.

• Drive project progress to completion, exercising sound judgment in escalating issues to management when necessary.

• Review and evaluate engineering plans and specifications, leveraging technical expertise and guidance from senior associates to ensure quality and accuracy.

• Identify and resolve project challenges using established engineering and project management tools.

• Ensure all project documentation is thorough, accurate, and reliable.

• Provide construction administration oversight and site observations as needed.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Architecture.

• Minimum of 8 years of engineering experience.

• Professional Engineer (PE) registration in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering required.

• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel up to 20% of the time, occasionally on short notice (including air travel).

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 4 years of project management experience leading MEP teams.

• Demonstrated success managing cross-functional teams and complex project deliverables.

• Experience providing construction administration and oversight for educational facility projects.

Benefits:

• Annual performance bonus based on company and individual performance.

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and long-term disability coverage, employee assistance program, learning & development opportunities, and employee referral bonuses.

• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.

• 401(k) plan with discretionary matching contributions after meeting eligibility requirements.

• Generous paid time off, including a minimum of 2 weeks PTO in the first year, an additional week during winter break (12/26–12/31), 5 days of sick leave, and 9.5 observed holidays.

If you are a results-driven MEP Project Manager with a passion for educational projects and a commitment to excellence, we encourage you to apply for this confidential opportunity.

We look forward to receiving your application! Apply today to learn more.