MEP Project Manager

MEP Project Manager / Commissioning Manager

We're seeking an experienced MEP Project Manager / Commissioning Manager to oversee the planning, execution, commissioning, and turnover of high-profile construction projects across healthcare, life sciences, semiconductor, manufacturing, and commercial facilities.

This is an opportunity to join a growing team where you'll have direct impact on project success, client relationships, and the delivery of cutting-edge facilities.

What You'll Do

• Manage MEP construction, commissioning, and turnover activities from pre-construction through closeout.
• Lead project schedules, budgets, subcontractor coordination, and client communication.
• Oversee mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and controls system installation and startup.
• Coordinate commissioning activities, functional testing, system validation, and owner turnover.
• Review drawings, RFIs, submittals, and equipment procurement.
• Manage change orders, project documentation, and closeout packages.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of experience as an MEP Project Manager, Commissioning Manager, Construction Manager, or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Building Automation, and Life Safety systems.
• Experience with commissioning, startup, turnover, and MEP coordination.
• Background in healthcare, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, manufacturing, mission-critical, or commercial construction.
• Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, and related construction software.
• OSHA 30 preferred.

Why Join?

High-profile technical projects

Strong compensation & bonus potential

Career growth with an expanding organization

Collaborative leadership team

Long-term project pipeline and stability

This is a Permanent position based out of Wilton, CT.

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $120000.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Wilton,CT.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 12, 2026.

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.