Project Manager - MEP Construction (New York City Metropolitan Area)

Project Manager – MEP Construction

New York (hybrid)

Salary: DOE + Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits

About the Company

Our client is a leading independent construction and property consultancy with a strong presence across the U.S. and a long-standing track record delivering complex, high-profile projects. The firm provides project management, cost management, and construction advisory services across commercial, residential, hospitality, and other sectors.

About the Role

We are seeking a Project Manager with experience managing MEP construction and building services projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-level construction professional who can take ownership of project delivery while working closely with clients, consultants, contractors, and project teams.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building systems, combined with solid project management and client-facing skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage MEP-related projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Coordinate owners, architects, engineers, MEP consultants, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, procurement, and change orders.
• Review drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and project documentation.
• Monitor project progress, costs, quality, and schedule.
• Lead project meetings and coordinate actions between project stakeholders.
• Identify and resolve design, coordination, constructability, and scheduling issues.
• Assist with contractor procurement, bid reviews, contract administration, and payment applications.
• Prepare project reports and provide regular updates to clients.
• Support project closeout, commissioning, testing, and handover activities.

MEP Experience

Candidates should have experience with MEP systems within commercial construction, including exposure to:

• Mechanical / HVAC systems
• Electrical systems
• Plumbing and domestic water systems
• Fire protection
• Building automation / controls
• Low-voltage systems
• MEP coordination and construction sequencing

Experience working with MEP contractors, engineers, consultants, and general contractors is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred.
• 4–8 years of relevant construction or project management experience.
• Experience managing or coordinating MEP construction projects.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience with schedules, budgets, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working directly with clients and project stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with Procore or similar platforms preferred.
• Ability to attend project meetings and active construction sites.

Core Competencies

• MEP Construction Knowledge
• Project Management
• Client & Stakeholder Management
• Budget & Schedule Management
• Technical Coordination
• Problem Solving
• Communication & Collaboration
• Organization & Attention to Detail