Mechanical Construction Manager

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION:

Do you have 7 to 10 years of experience guiding higher education construction and facilities projects involving HVAC systems, building automation, campus utilities, and related mechanical systems while serving as a representative of the owner?

MBP is looking for a Mechanical Construction Manager to support higher education projects by providing guidance for planning, design, construction, and operations on a college campus. Candidates should bring strong mechanical systems and facilities experience and be ready to grow while serving on behalf of the client.

What You'll Do:

Serve as a representative of the owner on small, medium, and large construction projects within a higher education environment, acting as a key contact for client, designer, and contractor teams. Provide guidance on planning, design, construction, and facility operations for new construction and renovation projects involving HVAC systems, building automation, campus geothermal and central plant utility systems, plumbing systems, and other mechanical systems. Exercise mature judgment to address program objectives and project requirements, provide recommendations to support cost, schedule, and quality targets, and work independently or as part of a multi-discipline team to support the client's goals. Responsibilities include:

Monitor workflows to verify timely submission, review, and approvals for project actions
• Track and expedite the resolution of critical issues, including reporting to the Owner
• Participate and/or lead progress meetings, prepare meeting minutes, or review minutes prepared by others to verify completeness and accuracy
• Document and track issues until resolution, collaborating with contractor, designer, and owner to resolve issues as they arise
• Manage design and construction related documentation, including preparing construction documents, project submittals, RFIs, record drawings, test reports, as-built plans, and other project-related documents for review and approval
• Review project schedules to verify they are complete, feasible, and reasonable; use of specific scheduling software (P6 and/or MS Project) is not required but desired
• Review and track progress against the accepted schedule
• Perform site walks to observe and document construction progress
• Provide quality management, including participation in preparatory/pre-installation meetings, and perform or oversee Quality Assurance (QA) inspections to verify that work is being performed in compliance with contract requirements
• Perform or oversee the preparation of daily field reports
• Review contractor monthly payment applications
• Review change order proposals for entitlement and price, including preparing independent estimates as necessary and leading or assisting in negotiations
• Coordinate and oversee third-party owner contractors
• Coordinate punchlist and acceptance with the designer and other project stakeholders
• Monitor and verify completion of closeout requirements, including owner training, operations and maintenance manuals, warranties, and stock materials
• Participate in company initiatives
• Participate in professional association meetings
• Stay abreast of new trends and innovations

Who We Are Looking For

Experience:

• Minimum of 7 to 10 years of related experience
• Evidence of progressive career development within the design and construction industry
• Demonstrated creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in anticipating and solving unprecedented engineering complexities
• Experience determining program objectives and requirements, organizing programs and projects, and developing standards and guidelines for diverse engineering activities
• Higher education environment experience supporting planning, design, construction, and operation of campus facilities involving HVAC systems and equipment, building automation systems, campus geothermal systems and other central plant utility systems, plumbing systems, and related mechanical systems for new construction and existing facility renovation projects

Education/Knowledge:

• High school or General Equivalency Diploma (GED), plus 15 years of related experience and/or education
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or related field, plus 7 to 10 years of related experience and/or education
• Working knowledge of basic mathematics, including computations based on field measurements
• Construction-related training (coursework in construction, mechanical engineering, project management, or materials testing/inspection), or a combination of education and experience demonstrating ability to perform the job
• Codes, materials, methods, and tools utilized in construction, repair, or renovation work
• Construction practices, principles of construction management and project controls, with working knowledge in scheduling, cost estimating, documentation, contract administration, and construction techniques
• Personnel and project management techniques, including budgeting, leadership, training, and business development

Preferred Certifications:

• OSHA 30-hour certification or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire
• Professional Engineer (PE) - preferred
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) - preferred
• Journeyman or Master certification/license for mechanical trades - preferred

Skills and Abilities:

• Specialized expertise with quality assurance and quality control techniques
• Work independently and handle all aspects of a project, including client interface, technical issues, documentation, and reporting
• Exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive and complex issues and situations
• Identify potential problems and derive recommended solutions from past experiences
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications, Email, Internet navigation, web-based tools, and other specialized equipment
• Read and interpret plans and contract specifications
• Communicate quality issues effectively and responsibly (verbally and in writing) with contractors, owners, subcontractors, designers, architects, and team members
• Obtain and maintain required certifications
• Physical capability to stand and sit as needed on project work sites, climb ladders, work at heights, and work outdoors in a wide range of weather conditions
• Safely navigate construction work sites with uneven terrain

Guidance/Responsibility:

• Works independently with a high degree of judgment to determine approaches that support program objectives and project requirements for the owner
• Provides recommendations that support cost, schedule, and quality targets while facilitating compliance with contract requirements
• Receives overall direction at a high level and determines solutions to address engineering and construction complexities on behalf of the client

What We Offer:

We're focused on providing the tools and support you need to succeed, both personally and professionally. MBP offers a comprehensive benefits package including 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance (for individual employees), a 401(k) profit-sharing plan, a health savings account with company contributions, competitive compensation with opportunities for semi-annual bonuses, and generous paid time off. We also provide unique perks like tuition assistance, student loan repayment, annual gym reimbursement, pet insurance, and paid volunteer time. Additional benefits include mental health resources, company-wide wellness activities, and training and development to support your professional growth. MBP also covers the costs associated with obtaining and maintaining certifications and licenses, such as your OSHA 30-hour certification, PE, CCM, and Journeyman or Master certification/license for mechanical trades.

Status: Full-Time

Requirements:

• Criminal history background check, reference verification, and work history verification required prior to employment
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

MBP is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.