Mep Manager - Kcmo

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Responsible for understanding in Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) design concepts, estimating and construction basics. Dedicated to a market/region and supports the project preconstruction and operations team members. Provides industry knowledge and expertise as an in-house resource for associates and clients.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Follows standard McCownGordon procedures and policies to accomplish the following:
Pursuit

• Attends project interviews to identify and speak to MEP challenges and opportunities.

Preconstruction

• Reviews construction drawings to identify optimal and innovative solutions, potential scope gaps, overages and VE opportunities.
• Assists project team with MEP estimating at various design stages, reviews preconstruction and trade partner estimates and provides input related to engineering trades.
• Maintains tracking system of MEP long lead time items.
• Understands trade partners strengths and who to recommend for specific project types and assists preconstruction team with trade partner selection.
• Reviews MEP scope of work documents.
• Assists preconstruction managers with MEP bid evaluations and provides analysis and makes recommendations.

Construction

• Attends MEP trade and / or consultant coordination meetings regularly.
• Reviews specific MEP submittals on select projects and provide feedback to operations team.
• Attends site reviews regularly for assigned projects.
• Assists project team with troubleshooting as needed.
• Assists project team with development plans for high risk trade partners.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (minimum requirements before going into job)

• Bachelor's degree in Architectural, Structural, Civil or Construction Engineering or Bachelor's degree in Construction Science or Management or equivalent.
• 5+ years experience as design engineer/consultant or trade partner preconstruction, management, or operations.
• Knowledge of MEP and construction terminology and construction procedures.
• Analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• High-level of time management and prioritization.
• Able to build new and retain relationships with trade partners and consultants by attending industry events.
• Able to work with a variety of internal and external clients.

WORKING CONDITIONS
The position requires work in an office environment. Note: This job description reflects a summary of the job and does not prescribe or restrict the responsibilities that may be assigned. The job description is subject to change at any time.
McCownGordon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.