Assistant MEP Project Manager

Assistant MEP Project Manager at Mortenson.

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Assistant MEP Project Manager who can interact with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever‑changing environment. The role requires flexibility, resourcefulness, proactivity, and efficiency, combined with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. The candidate should anticipate problems, critical issues, and opportunities as they arise, creatively problem‑solve, and bring together viable solutions.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills and meticulous attention to detail are essential. The Assistant MEP Project Manager will partner with the project manager from bid preparation through final client acceptance for the Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) scopes of work and will also lead, coach, and mentor project team members.

• Perform cost control and financial management
• Work with pre‑construction on project estimate and schedule
• Coordinate scopes of work
• Review and compile pay applications, change requests, and other project financial documentation
• Partner with the Project Manager or Construction Executive
• Draft client proposals
• Contract administration and management
• Award subcontracts
• Provide direction to the project team for safe and timely project completion
• Act as liaison for project engineers, mentor, and coach others
• Provide job assignments and manage career development
• Direct responsibilities and guide Field Engineer(s) and Project Engineer(s)
• Manage subcontractors and suppliers for the project
• Oversee budget for and make recommendations for subcontractors and trade partners
• Lead project buyout with subcontractors and trade partners
• Facilitate and lead meetings between subcontractors related to project coordination
• Lead and direct the 3‑D coordination process to resolve all conflicts prior to installation
• Direct and manage the commissioning process on the project inclusive of the start‑up plan, COT, commissioning schedule, and functional testing
• Lead all activities required in the project closeout inclusive of operations and maintenance manuals, model turnover and training
• Other duties as assigned, including but not limited to: perform on‑site Project Manager duties on small scope projects; implement a quality plan that ensures the customer’s specified performance criteria in design and construction

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Architectural, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Minimum five years of related previous experience, preferably with a mechanical or electrical contractor
• Proven ability to assist with all responsibilities for complex projects
• Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks
• Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, project, and pertinent web application skills
• Positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills
• Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies
• Current driver’s license

• Medical and prescription drug plans that include no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer‑paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No‑Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work‑life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption assistance
• Gym membership discount program

Base pay range for this role is $102,000 MIN – $137,700 MAX. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%). Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity.

This position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

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