Austin Commercial · 23 hours ago
Senior MEP Manager
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expAustin Commercial is a leader in the commercial construction industry, seeking a Senior MEP Manager for their Houston division. The role involves overseeing MEP trade coordination, ensuring compliance with building codes, and serving as a technical resource in project meetings.
Construction
Hiring Manager
Rachel Vicary
Responsibilities
MEP trade coordination / space management / constructability studies
Certificate of occupancy management
Review of subcontractor submittals
Compliance with building codes
Relations with city Inspectors
Review of subcontractor proposed change pricing
Kitchen, computer room, health final inspections
Coordination with Design Engineers (MEP and LV)
Coordination of initial scope of work (MEP and other subs review of exhibit D)
Evaluates the complexity of the mechanical/electrical design and estimates both the construction costs and maintenance. Ensures the constructability of the design and compatibility with local building codes
Serves as a technical resource in meetings with owners and architects. Discusses the mechanical/electrical systems within the building in technical terms, explaining fully any anticipated difficulties with the plans
Attends weekly meetings with owners, architects, and subcontractors. Outlines work to be performed by the mechanical and electrical subcontractors, phasing of work, problems encountered in scheduling, quality of work, etc. May hold separate meetings with mechanical/electrical contractors as necessary
Ensures that the subcontractors submit all mechanical/electrical shop drawings in a timely manner. Examines all shop drawings for completeness. Responsible for on-time delivery of equipment
Responsible for the complete coordination of MEP scope. Utilizes overlay system or CAD system to prevent potential space requirement problems. Coordinates shop drawings between subcontractors
Mechanical and Plumbing – Checks all shop drawings for routing, dimensions of toilet rooms, etc. Checks all mechanical, plumbing and piping as it is being installed. Responsible for QA/QC of mechanical systems. Ensures that mechanical rough-ins are installed in a timely manner. Coordination of Mechanical equipment submittals with Architectural
Electrical – Checks shop drawings for rough-ins in slabs, main switchgear layout, riser diagrams, placement of emergency generator equipment, etc. Performs detailed inspections of work in progress to ensure quality of installation, timely installation of rough-ins and compliance of the system. Meets regularly with city electrical inspectors and inspects work in progress. Responsible for on-time delivery of equipment
Fire Sprinkler System – Establishes contact early with city fire department inspectors; inviting them to inspect work in progress. Reviews all shop drawings and ensures their adequacy and completeness to meet local codes. Coordinates tamper and flow switches with the fire alarm system. Inspects all work in progress for quality and completeness
Life Safety Systems – Inspects and coordinates the installation of all life safety systems, smoke evacuation systems, pressurized portions of the building, fire control centers, building and elevator distress communication systems, fire extinguishers, etc. Manages certificate of occupancy requirements for these systems
Reviews proposed changes to confirm they are accurate for cost and schedule impact. Resolves any technical problems encountered with the architect/engineer
Reviews all pay requests from subcontractors and ensures that they are proper and timely. Resolves any problems encountered in payments to subcontractors
Senior MEP Coordinator works extensively with subordinate MEP Coordinators to ensure that they receive technical guidance and training on a variety of technical subjects
Acts as a liaison between owners, architects, general contractors and all associated disciplines
Other duties as assigned
On larger projects, it is often required that MEP managers specialize in a particular field. In cases like this, the position duties and responsibilities would be basically the same but would be focused on a particular scope of work. Some examples of positions like this are:
Mechanical, HVAC, Clean room Project Manager
Electrical Project Manager
Instrumentation and Controls Manager
Start Up / Commissioning Manager
Other Job-Specific Specialty Managers
Communications and Low Voltage Manager
Qualification
Required
B.S. in construction management/science, engineering, or related field
10+ years of commercial construction project management and MEP experience
Successful completion of OSHA 30-Hour Construction Industry Outreach Training required (may obtain within first year of employment)
Proficient in project manager software
Proficient with cost projection, scheduling, financial analysis, budget reviews and labor reports
Ability to build and manage multiple high performing teams
Familiarity with MEP code requirements (NFPA, SMACNA, Plumbing Code, etc.)
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Life and disability insurance
Matching 401K plan
Company
Austin Commercial
Austin Commercial is one of the largest, most diversified builders in the United States.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Late StageLeadership Team
Darlene Eanell
Executive Assistant To Chief Executive Officer
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