MEP Sr. PM - Mission Critical

Overview The MEP Sr. Project Manager will lead and manage the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing aspects of construction projects within the property industry. This role is based in Chicago and requires expertise in construction project management to ensure timely and successful project delivery. This well established company specializes in delivering high-quality construction projects within the large-scale commercial industry. With a focus on innovation and excellence, the team is dedicated to providing top-tier results for their clients. Description We're seeking an MEP Senior Project Manager to lead mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems from preconstruction through closeout on Mission Critical / Data Center projects. This role places you at the center of highly complex, large-scale infrastructure projects where reliability, redundancy, and precision are paramount. Your technical expertise, leadership, and problem-solving skills will be essential to delivering facilities that meet the highest performance and uptime requirements. Responsibilities Manage all MEP scopes on large, complex Mission Critical and Data Center projects from planning through completion Oversee mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems, ensuring compliance with contract documents, codes, commissioning requirements, and mission-critical performance standards Coordinate MEP activities with design teams, owners, engineers, general contractors, subcontractors, and field leadership to ensure seamless integration of critical systems Support preconstruction efforts, including budgeting, scope development, value engineering, constructability reviews, and subcontractor buyout Ensure proper execution of commissioning processes, testing, startup, and turnover of critical systems Enforce safety standards and promote a culture of accountability, quality, and continuous improvement Serve as a primary point of contact for all MEP-related communication with clients and internal stakeholders Mentor and develop project team members to maximize performance and long-term growth Capture lessons learned and implement best practices across future Mission Critical projects Profile What You Bring 5+ years of project management experience specializing in MEP systems on large-scale, complex construction projects Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems, including power distribution, backup power, cooling systems, and redundancy concepts Experience managing Mission Critical or Data Center projects is highly preferred Proven ability to manage multiple trades, vendors, consultants, and stakeholders simultaneously Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-expectation environments where uptime, reliability, and precision are critical Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from $110,000 to $160,000 USD annually. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits (MDV). Opportunities for professional development and career growth within the property industry. A supportive work environment based in the vibrant city of Chicago. If you are an experienced construction professional passionate about the property industry and are ready to take on the challenge of leading mission-critical MEP projects in Chicago, we encourage you to apply! MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. #J-18808-Ljbffr Michael Page