MEP Manager

Overview

Looking for an opportunity to join Gilbane in the Life Science sector on huge new building project in the Research Triangle? 

We are seeking an experienced MEP Manager to oversee a brand new 240,000 square-foot parenteral facility at RTP. The site will include manufacturing, laboratory, storage, and administrative facilities. 

The MEP Manager defines the MEP execution process, oversees all MEP staff and work on a single, large construction project. The MEP Manager may be the Project Manager on projects that are predominantly MEP.

Responsibilities

• Approve all MEP and Commissioning schedules
• Assist with the preparation of the GMP
• Supervise MEP subcontracting strategies and originate Scopes of Work for MEP bid packages and equipment
• Negotiate pricing and change orders with contractors and equipment manufacturers
• Perform MEP constructability (IDC ) and coordination reviews of contract documents
• Provide guidance and approve the MEP Contractors schedule of values
• Define best approach for MEP buyout
• Ensure timely and proper execution of the MEP Coordination Process (BIM)
• Create a project specific MEP quality plan and verify its proper execution
• Perform site inspections for MEP compliance with contract documents
• Establish and implement controls to identify and correct negative trends affecting the CX program
• Communicate with the owner/owner’s representative on a regular basis to understand expectations and ensure customer satisfaction

Qualifications

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Communicate Effectively - Listen to understand and clearly convey information in all forms based on the audience to ensure shared meaning of the message
• Act Inclusively - Ensure that actions and behaviors are respectful; show empathy and treat others with dignity. Leverage capabilities and insights of individuals with diverse perspectives, abilities and motivation.
• Solve Problems - Identify, prioritize and implement alternatives for a solution.
• Demonstrate Agility/ Adaptability - Maintain effectiveness and adjust to change by exploring the rationale, trying new approaches, and collaborating with others to make the change successful. Create an atmosphere of open-mindedness to change.
• Drive for Results - Show passion and commitment while delivering on business outcomes. Create a sense of individual ownership and accountability.
• Champion Innovation - Identify opportunities for new and improved ways of doing things that result in value added, unique and differentiated solutions.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

•  BS OR MS degree in mechanical or electrical engineering
•  20 years related field experience
•  10 years in a supervisory role on a $100 million construction project (preferaby in the life sciences industry)
•  Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to manage a large and complex project that is predominately MEP
• Ability to manage and mentor less experienced staff members
• Strong scheduling skills and proficiency in P6
• Demonstrate strong risk management skills
• Must be able to create an environment where “safety first” is the culture and all trades people work with an incident and injury free attitude
• OSHA 30 hour certified

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.