MEP Director

MEP Director Minneapolis, MN | Direct Hire | $180,000 - $200,000 Konik is partnering with a general contractor that is seeking to add an MEP Director to mechanical, electrical, and plumbing operations across a regional project portfolio. This is a critical leadership role overseeing complex commercial, industrial, infrastructure, and mission‑critical projects throughout the upper Midwest. You will act as the lead MEP authority supporting both preconstruction and project execution while expanding the company’s presence in complex mechanical and process‑driven markets. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of technical expertise, operational leadership, business development support, and hands‑on project involvement. MEP Director Responsibilities Lead regional MEP operations across commercial, industrial, and infrastructure construction projects throughout the Midwest Provide leadership and mentorship to a growing team of MEP Managers while supporting Project Managers, Superintendents, and field operations teams Support preconstruction efforts including constructability reviews, budgeting, scheduling, value engineering, and risk assessments Serve as a technical resource for complex MEP coordination challenges involving HVAC, electrical, plumbing, controls, process piping, and building systems integration Collaborate closely with owners, engineers, subcontractors, and internal leadership teams throughout project development and execution Help pursue and support strategic growth initiatives within water/wastewater, industrial, and heavy mechanical construction markets Monitor project financial performance, staffing utilization, operational effectiveness, and MEP quality standards across the region Drive a culture of collaboration, accountability, continuous improvement, and hands‑on leadership within the MEP group MEP Director Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering required 12+ years of commercial construction MEP experience with progressively increasing leadership responsibility Strong background supporting large‑scale commercial or industrial construction projects from preconstruction through execution Experience with water/wastewater, industrial process piping, oil & gas, or other heavy mechanical environments strongly preferred Understanding of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, controls, commissioning, and integrated building systems Experience working for a General Contractor preferred, though senior‑level mechanical subcontractor leadership experience will also be considered Strong leadership, communication, client relationship, and operational management skills Comfortable operating in both strategic leadership and hands‑on project support capacities Ability and willingness to travel regionally throughout the Midwest, approximately 25–30% Benefits Comprehensive health benefits Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) with paid holidays 401(k) with Employer Match Tuition assistance and professional development support Excellent bonus plan with upsideMonthly vehicle allowance Highly visible leadership role with a recognized leader in the construction industry Konik is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other protected class status. Compensation: $180,000-$200,000 per year #J-18808-Ljbffr