Senior Project Manager

Here at TRINITY, we’re building more than projects — we’re building people. Our team is driven by integrity, innovation, and craftsmanship, creating spaces that shape communities and careers. Join a company where hard work is valued, growth is encouraged, and every project is an opportunity to make an impact. Whether you’re starting out or advancing your career, TRINITY is where your future takes shape. Position Summary The Senior MEP Project Manager will provide senior-level leadership and oversight for the planning, preconstruction, design coordination, procurement, and execution of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems across assigned projects. This role is responsible for ensuring projects meet contractual requirements, design specifications, quality standards, established schedules, and financial objectives. The Senior MEP Project Manager will lead project teams through all phases of construction, establish and maintain project controls, oversee budgets and schedules, manage subcontractor and supplier relationships, and proactively identify and mitigate project risks. Responsibilities include providing technical expertise during preconstruction, driving MEP constructability reviews, overseeing field coordination and integration, maintaining project safety and quality standards, and ensuring successful project closeout. This position requires a high level of autonomy, sound business judgment, and the ability to manage complex project challenges while maintaining strong relationships with owners, architects, engineers, trade contractors, and internal stakeholders. The Senior MEP Project Manager will also mentor and develop project management personnel, contribute to company-wide process improvements, and support business development initiatives. This role works closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, and executive leadership and may directly supervise Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, and Project Coordinators. This position reports directly to the Director of Project Management. Job Qualification Requirements & Duties Lead MEP preconstruction activities, including scope development, subcontractor bidding, bid analysis, leveling, and recommendations for award. Provide senior-level MEP technical expertise throughout preconstruction, identifying design gaps, scope conflicts, cost-saving opportunities, and potential construction risks. Direct and oversee MEP constructability reviews, coordinating with design professionals, owners, estimators, and field personnel to resolve issues before construction begins. Establish and manage MEP budgets, validate estimates, evaluate subcontractor pricing, and develop cost forecasts to support project financial objectives. Lead the development and review of MEP scope sheets, trade packages, procurement strategies, and subcontractor qualifications. Collaborate with the Project Manager and Superintendent to develop site logistics plans, construction sequencing, and MEP installation strategies. Oversee MEP preconstruction schedules, long-lead procurement planning, and coordination of critical equipment and materials. Establish target budgets by trade, validate project estimates, and identify value engineering opportunities without compromising quality, performance, or owner requirements. Provide guidance and direction to project team members during preconstruction, ensuring deliverables are accurate, complete, and issued according to established deadlines. Provide overall leadership and oversight of MEP project execution, ensuring coordination between office personnel, field operations, design teams, and trade contractors. Lead project meetings, establish project milestones, communicate critical issues, distribute meeting minutes, and oversee the preparation of project status reports. Review contract documents, drawings, and specifications to identify design discrepancies, constructability concerns, scope gaps, and potential schedule or budget impacts. Oversee the Request for Information (RFI), submittal, shop drawing, and design coordination processes to ensure timely resolution and approval of MEP systems. Direct change management activities, including the evaluation, pricing, negotiation, documentation, and execution of change orders with owners and subcontractors. Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the contract between TRINITY and the Owner, ensuring contractual obligations, commercial risks, and scope requirements are appropriately managed. Establish and maintain project budgets, cost reports, cash flow projections, contingency tracking, and financial forecasts. Proactively identify variances and implement corrective actions. Lead regular project financial reviews with executive leadership, communicating project performance, risks, forecasted costs, and opportunities to improve profitability. Oversee subcontractor and supplier procurement, contract scope development, buyout, and performance, with particular attention to long-lead equipment, material availability, and schedule-critical activities. Develop, maintain, and monitor detailed MEP schedules in coordination with the overall project schedule, including procurement, equipment delivery, installation, inspections, testing, commissioning, and turnover. Coordinate closely with the Project Manager and Superintendent to integrate MEP activities with architectural, structural, civil, and other building systems. Perform and oversee quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, pricing reviews, and financial analyses as required. Proactively identify and resolve project risks, design conflicts, schedule delays, and budget concerns, escalating critical issues and developing mitigation strategies when necessary. Establish and enforce quality control expectations for MEP installations, including inspection requirements, testing, commissioning, and verification of completed work. Develop and implement project closeout strategies with the Project Manager, Owner, Architect, and trade contractors before field activities begin. Oversee punch list management, commissioning coordination, documentation, training, warranties, and final turnover requirements, maintaining a Zero Punchlist goal for subcontractor work. Ensure project documentation, reporting, and administrative processes are accurate, complete, and maintained in accordance with company standards. Ensure subcontractors are treated fairly and professionally while holding them accountable for contractual obligations, workmanship, safety, schedule, and quality. Provide leadership, mentorship, and performance guidance to Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, Project Coordinators, and other project personnel. Identify opportunities to improve project delivery, standardize processes, strengthen cost controls, and enhance coordination across the organization. Champion TRINITY’s commitment to maintaining safe and secure jobsites, promoting a proactive safety culture and striving for Zero Incidents across all assigned projects. Ensure project teams and trade contractors understand and comply with applicable safety requirements, contractual obligations, company policies, and regulatory standards. Partner with Superintendents and safety personnel to implement, monitor, and continuously improve project-specific safety plans. Verify that appropriate safety orientations, training, toolbox talks, and job hazard assessments are completed before work begins and throughout the project. Ensure subcontractor safety programs, Safety Data Sheet (SDS) information, and applicable safety documentation are reviewed and maintained. Conduct periodic jobsite visits and safety reviews to assess compliance, identify potential hazards, and reinforce accountability among project personnel and trade contractors. Ensure safety incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions are promptly reported, investigated, documented, and addressed through appropriate corrective actions. Hold project teams and subcontractors accountable for maintaining safe working conditions and promptly resolving identified deficiencies. Develop a thorough understanding of the Owner’s business objectives, project requirements, operational priorities, and expectations for successful project delivery. Serve as a senior point of contact for MEP-related project matters, establishing trust and maintaining productive relationships with owners, architects, engineers, consultants, and other stakeholders. Proactively communicate project progress, financial performance, schedule impacts, design concerns, and proposed solutions to maintain transparency and confidence. Lead the resolution of complex project issues professionally and collaboratively, balancing client expectations with contractual requirements and TRINITY’s business objectives. Anticipate client needs and identify opportunities to improve project outcomes, enhance service delivery, and strengthen long-term relationships. Represent TRINITY positively through professional conduct, communication, appearance, and leadership. Support client satisfaction and repeat business by consistently delivering high-quality work, reliable communication, and effective project management. Actively support TRINITY’s growth strategy by cultivating relationships with existing and prospective clients, design professionals, consultants, subcontractors, and industry partners. Identify and pursue potential project opportunities that align with TRINITY’s core markets, capabilities, and strategic objectives. Participate in client presentations, interviews, proposal development, and pursuit strategy, providing MEP technical expertise and project execution insight. Assist in evaluating prospective projects, including preliminary budgets, constructability considerations, procurement strategies, scheduling requirements, and risk assessments. Maintain a professional network of industry contacts and identify opportunities to strengthen TRINITY’s market presence and competitive position. Collaborate with executive leadership and other project management personnel to develop strategies for client retention, repeat business, and profitable growth. Participate in at least one external industry organization, as recommended by the Director of Project Management or President, to support professional development, networking, and business development. General Job Qualification Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience will be considered. Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in construction project management, with substantial experience managing complex MEP systems and coordinating mechanical, electrical, and plumbing subcontractors. Demonstrated experience leading projects from preconstruction through final completion, including budgeting, procurement, scheduling, subcontractor management, commissioning, and closeout. Proven ability to manage project financial performance, including cost forecasting, budget development, change management, subcontractor buyout, and profitability. Strong leadership and personnel management skills, with demonstrated experience mentoring, developing, and overseeing project management teams. Advanced understanding of construction contracts, project delivery methods, risk management, and commercial project administration. Expert ability to interpret and coordinate construction drawings, specifications, MEP system requirements, and building code considerations. Strong knowledge of construction sequencing, MEP coordination, constructability, commissioning, and building systems integration. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, as well as construction management and scheduling software such as Procore, Microsoft Project, Bluebeam or Adobe Acrobat, and AutoCAD. Strong analytical, organizational, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple complex priorities simultaneously. Demonstrated ability to make independent decisions, exercise sound business judgment, anticipate project challenges, and implement effective solutions under tight deadlines. Strong understanding of construction safety standards, regulatory requirements, and enforcement practices. OSHA 30-hour certification preferred. Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with owners, design professionals, field supervision, subcontractors, suppliers, and company leadership. Self-motivated, results-oriented leader who takes ownership of project outcomes and consistently drives accountability, quality, schedule performance, and financial results. Ability to represent TRINITY professionally and comply with all applicable laws, regulations, contractual obligations, and company policies. Working Conditions While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods; talk or hear; and perform fine motor, hand, and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will work in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level and will be required to visit active construction jobsites. Jobsite visits may involve walking on uneven surfaces, climbing stairs, and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment. Travel to project locations, client meetings, and other business-related activities is required as needed. Equal Opportunity Employer TRINITY is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No hiring, termination, promotion, condition of employment, or other employment decision will be based on an employee’s race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, pregnancy, disability, or other status protected by applicable law. TRINITY offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package as part of its overall compensation strategy. 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