MEP Project Manager, National Mission-Critical Contractor

About Our Client

Our client is a leading national general contractor with a strong and growing presence across the Southeast, known for delivering complex, mission-critical construction projects on time and on budget. Due to continued growth in their data center and mission-critical division, they're looking to add an experienced MEP Project Manager to their Atlanta team.

This is a confidential search — the client's identity is shared with shortlisted candidates only.

The Role

The MEP Project Manager will oversee the mechanical, electrical and plumbing scopes across large scale commercial and mission-critical construction projects, working closely with the project executive, superintendents and MEP subcontractors to ensure quality, schedule and budget targets are met.

What You'll Be Doing

• Managing all MEP-related project activities from preconstruction through closeout, including scheduling, budgeting and quality control
• Coordinating closely with MEP subcontractors, engineers and design teams to resolve constructability issues and ensure design intent is met
• Reviewing and managing MEP submittals, RFIs and change orders
• Leading MEP coordination meetings and driving BIM/clash detection processes with subcontractors
• Tracking MEP procurement, lead times and equipment delivery schedules to avoid schedule impacts
• Monitoring and enforcing safety and quality standards across all MEP scopes
• Partnering with the project management team on overall project budget, forecasting and cost control for MEP trades
• Supporting commissioning and startup activities for mechanical and electrical systems

What Our Client is Looking For

• 7+ years of construction project management experience with a strong focus on MEP systems
• Experience with large scale commercial, industrial or mission-critical/data center projects strongly preferred
• Proven track record managing MEP scopes on projects $25M and above
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems, codes and best practices
• Proficiency with scheduling software (Procore, Primavera P6 or similar) and BIM coordination tools
• Excellent communication, leadership and subcontractor management skills
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related field, or equivalent industry experience

What's on Offer

• Base salary up to $190,000, depending on experience
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Strong pipeline of upcoming mission-critical and commercial projects across the Southeast