MEP Manager High-Profile Projects

MEP Manager

My client is a nationally recognized ENR Top 10 General Contractor known for delivering award-winning projects across diverse sectors including health care, commercial, aviation, higher education, life sciences, and mission-critical facilities. With an unwavering commitment to innovation, sustainability, and safety, they are seeking a results-driven MEP Manager to join their growing team of industry leaders.

The MEP Manager will be responsible for:

• Oversee procurement of major MEPF equipment, ensuring alignment with project specifications, lead times, and budget targets.
• Coordinate closely with general trades and superintendent teams to ensure seamless integration of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems in the field.
• Track and manage MEPF-related RFIs, submittals, and shop drawings to maintain schedule and design integrity.
• Review subcontractor scopes to ensure clarity, completeness, and alignment with project requirements.
• Maintain strong communication with the project owner and stakeholders regarding system performance, design intent, and commissioning expectations.
• Monitor cost exposure for MEPF components, identifying risk items early and collaborating on mitigation strategies.
• Lead weekly MEP coordination meetings and document action items, decisions, and responsibilities.
• Support the startup and turnover process by coordinating training, O&M documentation, and post-occupancy support for all MEPF systems.
• Ensure that MEP sequencing, shutdowns, testing, and energization activities are planned safely and executed without impacting critical project milestones.
• Develop and maintain QA/QC procedures specific to MEPF installations, ensuring workmanship meets project standards.
• Collaborate with commissioning agents to verify system readiness, functionality, and performance metrics.
• Utilize project management software, BIM tools, and reporting platforms to track progress and communicate updates effectively.
• Identify opportunities for system innovation or improvement, leveraging emerging technologies and best practices in data center MEP design.
• Ensure that all MEP subcontractors comply with site safety protocols, environmental requirements, and company policies.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The successful MEP Manager will have:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience managing MEP scopes on large-scale commercial construction projects.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex MEPF systems on mission-critical or high-density projects such as data centers, healthcare facilities, laboratories, or large tech builds.
• Strong understanding of HVAC, electrical distribution, plumbing, fire protection, and controls systems, including integration across disciplines.
• Proven experience leading BIM-driven coordination, clash detection, and constructability reviews.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, one-line diagrams, sequence of operations, and commissioning scripts.
• Strong financial acumen, with experience tracking MEP budgets, forecasting cost exposure, and evaluating change orders.
• Excellent stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with owners, design teams, trade partners, and internal project teams.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple system packages, deadlines, and deliverables in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Deep understanding of commissioning processes, testing requirements, and turnover documentation for mission-critical systems.
• Strong organizational skills with a detail-oriented mindset, ensuring accuracy in submittals, logs, RFIs, and field documentation.
• Experience conducting technical presentations, leading coordination meetings, and communicating complex MEP concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to proactively identify constructability issues, design conflicts, and installation challenges before they impact schedule.
• Familiarity with energy-efficient design strategies, sustainability practices, and modern building technologies.
• Ability to mentor junior engineers or project staff, contributing to team development and departmental growth.

The MEP Manager will be offered:

• Significant long-term growth potential, backed by a strong project pipeline in mission-critical construction.
• Direct collaboration with executive leadership, providing visibility, influence, and strategic involvement in major company initiatives.
• Access to cutting-edge tools, technology, and BIM/VDC resources to support efficient project delivery.
• Robust professional development support, including paid training, certifications, and continuing education opportunities.
• Strong company stability with an excellent reputation in large-scale and mission-critical construction sectors.
• Opportunities to lead complex MEPF installations on some of the most technically challenging projects in the industry.
• Supportive, team-oriented environment where innovation and proactive problem-solving are encouraged.
• Paid time off, company holidays, and additional wellness benefits supporting healthy work-life balance.
• Recognition programs and performance incentives that reward excellence and leadership.
• Employee-focused culture that prioritizes safety, professional respect, and long-term retention.
• Participation in company-sponsored events, team outings, and community involvement initiatives.
• Stable Monday-Friday schedule with limited after-hours demands due to well-structured project staffing.

Job summary:

Sector

Construction

Sub Sector

Site Manager

Industry

Property

Location

Columbus

Contract Type

Permanent