Mechanical Project Manager MEP DC

Job Title: MEP Project Manager (Mechanical Engineering)
Department: Design MEP East Coast
Reports to: Managing Director/Director
FLSA Status: Exempt


GENERAL SUMMARY
The MEP Project Manager (Mechanical Engineering) is responsible the aesthetic conceptual and planning solutions design coordination and delivery of mechanical engineeringfocused MEP projects from proposal development through construction closeout. Reporting to the Managing Director or Director this role provides technical leadership and project management oversight for mechanical systems including HVAC plumbing and related building systems. The position requires the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently collaborate across disciplines and ensure projects meet technical schedule budget and quality expectations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position does not have formal supervisory responsibilities. However the MEP Project Manager provides technical guidance coordination and informal mentoring to project team members and consultants as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Duties include but are not limited to the following:

Project Management & Delivery

• Manage the full lifecycle of mechanical engineeringfocused MEP projects from proposal development through design construction administration and project closeout.
• Develop project scopes work plans schedules budgets and staffing plans.
• Track project progress budgets invoices and financial performance to support on-time and within-budget delivery.
• Maintain overall project schedules and develop task-level two- to three-week lookahead schedules.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies related to scope schedule budget and technical execution.
• Prepare and review monthly project status reports change orders and project documentation.

Mechanical Engineering Design & Technical Oversight

• Lead and oversee mechanical engineering design efforts including HVAC plumbing and related building systems.
• Ensure design completeness accuracy constructability and compliance with applicable codes standards and regulations.
• Review and approve mechanical plans specifications calculations studies and engineers estimates.
• Coordinate mechanical design with electrical structural architectural civil/site and fire protection disciplines.
• Interpret contract documents and resolve technical issues related to mechanical systems materials workmanship and performance.

Coordination & Client Support

• Communicate and coordinate project requirements with internal teams consultants and contractors.
• Participate in and lead project meetings presenting mechanical engineering scope progress and technical solutions.
• Serve as a key point of contact for clients on mechanical engineering matters.
• Resolve client consultant and contractor issues in collaboration with project leadership.

Business Development & Proposals

• Support marketing and business development efforts by building and maintaining client relationships.
• Assist in identifying new project opportunities and supporting pursuit strategies.
• Develop proposals including scopes of work fee estimates schedules bid documents studies and technical narratives.
• Participate in client presentations and interviews as assigned.

Documentation & Quality Assurance

• Prepare and coordinate complete project documentation including plans specifications reports and engineers estimates.
• Ensure project engineering activities comply with firm standards contract requirements and quality assurance/quality control procedures.
• Coordinate technical and administrative activities with other internal departments and project disciplines.

Collaboration & Professional Development

• Work collaboratively across disciplines to support integrated project delivery.
• Provide technical guidance and informal mentoring to junior staff and team members.
• Actively support knowledge sharing and continuous improvement within the Mechanical/MEP team.
• Review project budgets and performance regularly with the Senior Project Manager Managing Director or Director.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Thorough knowledge of mechanical systems building codes zoning regulations permitting and approval processes.
• Strong understanding of HVAC plumbing and building mechanical systems and their integration with electrical structural architectural and site components.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple moderate to large projects simultaneously.
• Strong organizational leadership and coordination skills.
• Excellent written verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Highly detail-oriented organized and capable of managing complex project information.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel; working knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with mechanical engineering design and analysis software.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative multidisciplinary environment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering (Electrical Engineering acceptable with strong mechanical/MEP experience).
• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible mechanical engineering and project management experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Experience delivering mechanical/MEP projects through construction strongly preferred.