MEP Project Manager

• Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver hospital projects on time and within budget.
• Develop and implement robust project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Oversee MEP systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire protection, and hospital-specific systems.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare authority regulations and standards.
• Conduct quality inspections, review drawings, and manage risks proactively.
• Foster strong client relationships by delivering exceptional results.

What We’re Looking For:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience: 10-20 years in MEP project management with at least 2-3 hospital projects successfully delivered.
• Skills: Leadership, communication, presentation, and project management expertise (e.g., Primavera P6).
• Knowledge: In-depth understanding of construction contracts, MEP systems, and healthcare authority requirements.
• Traits: Problem-solver, team motivator, and able to thrive under pressure.

Project Planning and Coordination

1. Scope Definition: Defining the scope of MEP systems in a project by collaborating with the client, architects, and engineers. This includes outlining the specific mechanical, electrical, and plumbing requirements for the project.
2. Scheduling: Developing and managing detailed project schedules for MEP system installation and coordination with other construction activities.
3. Resource Allocation: Allocating the necessary resources, including labor, equipment, and materials, for MEP work and ensuring their availability on-site.

Design and Technical Oversight

1. Design Review: Reviewing and approving MEP designs and blueprints to ensure compliance with building codes, regulations, and client requirements. This includes working closely with MEP engineers and consultants.
2. Coordination with Other Disciplines: Ensuring proper coordination between MEP systems and other parts of the construction project (e.g., structural and architectural elements) to avoid conflicts and ensure seamless integration.
3. Innovation and Value Engineering: Offering suggestions for system improvements or cost-saving alternatives that do not compromise quality or performance.

Procurement and Contract Management

1. Vendor Selection: Overseeing the procurement of MEP materials, equipment, and subcontractors. This includes evaluating bids and negotiating contracts.
2. Contract Management: Managing contracts with subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring that terms and deadlines are met. This also involves addressing any disputes or changes in scope.
3. Budgeting and Cost Control: Developing and maintaining the MEP project budget, ensuring that costs are controlled, and managing change orders effectively to avoid budget overruns.

Construction Oversight and Supervision

1. Site Management: Overseeing the MEP work on-site, ensuring that installations are being carried out according to the plans and specifications. This includes ensuring safety standards are maintained and that work is completed on time.
2. Quality Control: Implementing quality control processes to verify that all MEP installations meet the required standards and codes. This includes inspections, testing, and commissioning of systems.
3. Issue Resolution: Addressing any technical or operational issues that arise during the MEP installation process, working with engineers and contractors to resolve problems efficiently.

Health, Safety, and Compliance

1. Safety Standards: Ensuring that all MEP work is carried out in compliance with health and safety regulations. This includes conducting regular safety inspections and providing safety training for workers.
2. Code Compliance: Ensuring that all MEP systems comply with local building codes, regulations, and industry standards. This may involve coordinating with local authorities for inspections and approvals.

• Technical Knowledge:

  • In-depth understanding of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems and their integration into building projects.
  • Familiarity with industry standards, codes, and regulations (e.g., ASHRAE, NFPA, NEC, local building codes).

• Project Management:

  • Strong project management skills, including scheduling, budgeting, resource allocation, and risk management.
  • Proficiency with project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, Procore).

• Leadership and Team Management:

  • Ability to lead, motivate, and manage multidisciplinary teams, ensuring coordination and efficient workflow.
  • Conflict resolution and decision-making skills to address challenges and disputes among stakeholders.

• Communication Skills:

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact with clients, contractors, engineers, and other project stakeholders.
  • Ability to present complex technical information in an understandable manner.

• Problem-Solving:

  • Strong analytical skills to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues that may arise during the design, installation, or commissioning of MEP systems.

• Negotiation Skills:

  • Negotiating contracts, changes in scope, and disputes with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.

• Attention to Detail:

  • Careful attention to detail in reviewing designs, contracts, and construction work to ensure high-quality standards are maintained.

• Health and Safety Awareness:

  • Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations and the ability to enforce these standards on site.

• Financial Management:

  • Strong budgeting and cost management skills, including the ability to identify cost-saving opportunities without sacrificing quality.