Gray · 1 day ago
MEP Unit Manager - Data Center Market
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$145K/yr - $218K/yr
10+ years expGray Construction is looking for an experienced MEP Unit Manager to join their Data Center Market team. This role involves overseeing the MEP delivery for projects, ensuring effective communication and collaboration among teams, and managing the financial and risk aspects of MEP disciplines.
Construction
No H1B
Hiring Manager
Emma Kirschler
Responsibilities
Responsible for overseeing the comprehensive MEP delivery for Projects within the specific market
Works with the Project Management Teams to Understand the Customer and Their Needs: Engages closely with Project Management Teams to gain a deep understanding of the customer's specific requirements and objectives for the Project
Translates MEP Strategy into Actionable Plans for Project Teams: Takes strategic MEP directions from the MEP Unit Leader and converts them into executable plans for the Project Teams
Ensures Effective Communication of MEP Aspects Within Projects: Acts as a key communicator for MEP-related information within the project
Assists in Customizing MEP Solutions to Project Requirements: Supports the MEP Group Leader by working with the design and engineering teams to tailor MEP solutions specifically for each Project
Provides Tactical Oversight of MEP Implementation During Project Execution: Oversees the day-to-day implementation of MEP strategies during a Project’s execution
Facilitates Collaboration Between MEP and Other Project Disciplines: Encourages and facilitates effective collaboration between the MEP subcontractors and other project disciplines
Supports Project Teams in MEP Problem Solving and Decision Making: Provides guidance and support to Project stakeholders in making informed decisions regarding MEP-related challenges
Develops and Maintains Strategic Partnerships: Cultivates relationships with industry partners, suppliers, and subcontractors for improved service quality and Project outcomes
Supports the MEP Unit Leader as a secondary and/or leads as the central point-of-contact in managing the comprehensive pre-construction MEP strategy to execute - small, medium, and large (up to $200MM +) – Projects within the Market
Actively collects owner information and liaises with the Gray’s internal departments, design, and/or discrete services
Attends meetings with the customer to present and explain the MEP approach for the Project, ensuring clarity and alignment with the customer’s vision and requirements
Coordinates the design activities of MEP consultants and sub-contractors
Accountable to conduct detailed reviews of design documents to confirm that the developed design adheres to the specifications, and scope-of-work committed to the customer
Supports the MEP Group Leader to identify potential opportunities for the sourcing and procurement of specific equipment to provide better value to the customer and Project Management Teams
The MEP Unit Manager is responsible for continually communicating with the Project Executive and/or Project Management Team to provide regular updates on MEP discipline progress and providing status updates to the MEP Group Leader
Operate within budgetary limitations and requirements
Actively participate with the Project Management Team in the monitoring and purchasing of all required materials, subcontracts, equipment, and services for the Project(s) served
Actively engage in detailed reviews of change orders before they are issued to subcontractors and customers
MEP Unit Managers are responsible for efficiently supporting Project Management Teams in the red file process, as necessary, ensuring the highest level of accuracy and adherence to Project budgets
Ensure a comprehensive understanding of all commercial terms and conditions within owner contracts and subcontracts among all involved parties
In conjunction with the Project Management Team, take on the responsibility of developing a comprehensive Project risk management plan as it relates to the MEP disciplines
Regularly assess the effectiveness of the current risk management strategies
Provide diligent MEP oversight by being proactive to identify potential Project challenges early on
Demonstrate and consistently communicate a clear and effective approach to problem-solving
Serve as the primary point-of-contract for Project Management Teams as it relates to MEP disciplines
Collaborates with the MEP Unit Leader to assist in development of the Project’s communication and relationship management plan and executes such plan for the MEP disciplines
Demonstrate strong leadership qualities and uphold Gray's Core Values both within and outside the Project team
Serve as the primary liaison for MEP disciplines, facilitating seamless communication and coordination between customers and the Project Management Team
Collaborates with the Project Management Team to facilitate smooth workflow continuity during Project team member transitions, as required
Ensure that the Project team members support and abide by Gray’s vision, core values, and mission statement
In coordination with the Project Executive, Project Manager, Gray AE, and Pre-Construction -monitor Project team cohesiveness and develop action plans to correct issues associated with MEP resources
Responsible for mentoring and training Project Management Team Members as it relates to MEP disciplines
Responsible for maintaining regular communication with the MEP Unit Leader, Project Executives, and fellow MEP Unit Managers
Coordinates with cross-functional teams across Gray’s discrete service offerings
Maintains a cooperative and productive work environment, encouraging teamwork and communication among all Project stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from four-year College or university and a minimum of ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Must have a minimum of ten years of experience managing MEP disciplines of design/build projects or hard bid projects as required for the market this position serves
Must have experience in all contracting methods such as lump sum, GMP, cost plus construction management, and fee-based construction. Must understand legal aspects and implications of contractual language
Must have a proven record in increasing project profitability from the initial project profit margin on multiple projects
Must be sufficiently knowledgeable in technical aspects of engineering and design disciplines to represent Gray as the 'primary point of contact' throughout a Project(s) development and execution with customers
Must be thoroughly knowledgeable of costs and fees associated with the variety of engineering and design disciplines and services Gray offers and exemplify proficiency as 'subject matter expert' of the MEP disciplines
Must be thoroughly knowledgeable of the impact caused by multiple changes in either the design, engineering, or construction phases and how they impact the overall project, from the cost, schedule, construction management, and construction operations perspectives
Must have managed multiple Projects in which all process or production equipment procurement or installation or both was within the scope of Project services; or must have managed all components of comparable to process Projects for other specific industry types of projects, including, but not limited to, mission critical, large distribution and manufacturing, support utilities, equipment procurement, and installation, and manufacturing equipment and support utility installation
Must have proven experience in the development and implementation of aggressive schedules for Projects with variables such as Project type(s), areas, and seasonal start dates
Must have proven experience in preparing cost estimates for design-build Projects in the industrial arena
Must be able to develop and maintain harmonious relationships with owners, co-workers, vendors, suppliers, and community stakeholders
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical publications, or government regulations
Ability to write reports and business correspondence; ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from employees, managers, clients, customers, and the general public
Must have the ability to develop, interpret, and understand complex financial information
Must have basic business mathematical skills
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or other forms
Must possess basic computer skills, including the ability to utilize word processing, spreadsheet, and e-mail applications
May also require working knowledge of scheduling and/or estimating applications
Company
Gray
Gray is a family-owned, fully integrated design-builder specializing in engineering, architecture, construction, digital & automation, specialty equipment manufacturing, and real estate services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Brian Jones
President & CEO, Gray Construction
Stephen Gray
President & CEO, Gray, Inc.
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