MEP Construction Project Manager

CMTA (formerly AMA Group), a Legence Company, is looking for an experienced MEP Construction Project Manager for offices in New York City and New Jersey . The role reports to a Senior Managing Principal and involves managing a portfolio of MEP projects for clients such as NBC Universal, Disney, NBC Sports, and A+E Networks. Role Responsibilities Take the lead managing 4-5 projects in various sizes with varied scopes of work Review and understand all ongoing projects, drawings, and specifications books Review and understand company-wide site safety policies, including a working knowledge of the company's Safety Manual Attend internal project kick off meetings with Estimators to ensure a clean transition from Estimating to Project Management; meeting agenda will include review of awarded subcontractor scopes of work, client allowances, proposal notes and clarifications, client contract stipulations, etc On newer projects, work with the Project Superintendent to generate the following: Submittal list (in Procore) Project Directory (in Procore) Project schedule and logistics plans Request for Information (RFI) log Permit and 3rd party inspection list Site specific safety documents Depending upon the experience of the Construction Superintendent, the level of involvement in creating the above list documents will vary from project to project. Review specifications and submittals for any pre-purchased Mechanical and Electrical equipment prior to them being released into fabrication Take the lead with weekly client meetings, including creating an agenda for the first meeting and preparing meeting minutes (in Procore) for subsequent meetings with the assistance of the Project Superintendent At the onset of the project, establish weekly subcontractor project meetings and work with the project's Superintendent to create an agenda and document the meetings with meeting minutes Perform internal site safety audits on an as needed basis to ensure all company policies are being followed, including posting all required/helpful OSHA Safety signage, collecting site specific safety orientations, records of safety training, and weekly subcontractor toolbox talks Coordinate project Laborers' daily schedules with Construction Superintendents and oversee entry of all Laborer hours to complete weekly payroll Be a part of the pre-construction team working with the design team, including AMA’s in-house engineering team and clients to develop the project scope, schedules, logistics, etc. Provide General Requirements and Conditions information to the Estimating Department on potential projects to establish costs related to supervision, site cleanup, trash removal, etc. Expand the company's existing Union and Non-Union subcontractor bid lists Create Methods of Procedure (MOP’s) for any critical shutdowns or switchovers associated with the project; MOP will include tasks to be completed prior to commencement of the scope, a timeline for the work involved, and a detailed description of the steps needed to complete the task Take the lead in managing project change orders including working with the Project Superintendent to collect costs from Sub-Contractors, creating Change Orders using Procore, reviewing Change Orders with the Project Executive, issuing Change Orders to the Client, and following up on the status of approvals Liaise with the accounting department to ensure all costs associated with Client and Sub-Contractor change orders are entered into Sage accounting software Attend monthly meeting with accounting to review the progress of your assigned projects to ensure projects are remaining on budget Provide input into Client and Subcontractor monthly accounts receivable and payable to ensure amounts being reflected represent the current status of the project Address any subcontractor scope disputes during the course of construction Oversee project close outs inclusive of coordinating the completion of design professionals' punch lists and permits/3rd party inspections Desired Skills And Experience Bachelor's degree in Estimating, Engineering or Construction Management 5-7 years of Construction experience 2-3 years of MEP Project Manager experience Proficient in Procore Working knowledge of MS Project and MS Project Suite Experience working on cross functional teams within different offices Specific Skills Proven ability to work in a deadline driven environment High attention to detail Ability to work effectively within a team and independently while managing multiple projects Salary Range $130 - 150k The Employee Experience We’re committed to a diverse, inclusive culture where employees thrive—individually and as a team—with development, wellness, and day‑to‑day experience front and center. Competitive benefits and collaboratively fun work environment. Benefits Overview 401(k) Plan with Company Match: Currently match contributions dollar‑for‑dollar up to 4% of eligible pay; immediate vesting. Health & Welfare Benefits: Employer provided medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, Employee Assistance Program and accident & illness coverage. Life and Disability Insurance: Employer provided basic life insurance and AD&D valued at $50K coverage amount with option for voluntary buy up for additional coverage. Time Off: Flexible non‑accrual vacation; company holidays per policy. For California employees: this is separate from California paid sick leave, if applicable. Expenses: Business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy. Reasonable Accommodations If you need assistance or accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io or your dedicated recruiter with the job title and requisition number. Employment Eligibility Candidates must have current work authorization in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Third‑Party Recruiting Disclaimer Legence and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies; any such submissions without a prior signed agreement authorized by Legence Holdings LLC's CHRO or Director of Talent Acquisition will not incur fees and are considered property of Legence. Pay Disclosure & Considerations Where pay ranges are indicated, please note that a successful candidate’s exact pay will be determined based relevant job‑related factors, including any of the following: candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as geographic and market considerations. We are committed to ensuring fair and competitive compensation for all employees and comply with all applicable salary transparency laws. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Legence and its affiliate companies are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital or familial status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, other non‑merit‑based factors, and any other characteristic protected under applicable local, state or federal laws and regulations. EEO is the Law We are committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable EEO laws and regulations. This statement is made in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr CMTA, Inc.