MEP Project Manager-Multifamily Construction

Company: Carmel Partners
Location: Washington
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Job Description:

Carmel Partners, one of the nation's highest-performing private equity real estate investment firms specializing in the investment, development, and construction of world-class multi-family projects is seeking an MEP Project Manager responsible for leading all MEP aspects of a construction project, including scoping, and evaluating contractors, reviewing shop drawings and design drawings, MEP coordination, coordinating field activities, assisting in the development of the MEP schedule, and managing subcontractors.

You will assist with reviewing development or redevelopment activities, and once approved, oversee the day-to-day management/project management of assigned construction activities. Your focus will be on the front-end work of construction projects, moving through the delivery of projects as necessary, dependent upon other projects requiring your expertise. You will also manage third-party vendors and the activities of multiple contractors who have been selected to accomplish the assigned projects.

A place for you

Here at Carmel, we don't just build buildings, we build careers. If you don't meet every qualification listed in this job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are building diverse teams of unique talent and strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply. Everyone takes their path to get here. Join us!

Work on this project

Wardman: 2 towers, 10 and 18 stories, 1000 units in the highly desirable Woodley Park area of DC, on the hill. Sits on 13 acres, valued at $400MM.

What you'll do

• Oversee design phase management and planning for Design/Build electrical, HVAC, controls, plumbing, and fire protection systems
  
• Ensure appropriate design/construction coordination is completed
  
• Work on multiple projects at the same time
  
• Train and develop younger team members
  
• Manage quality control program for MEP systems
  
• Oversee and coordinate activities leading up to and including balancing, commissioning, and certification of MEP systems
  
• Manage and help to define commissioning and testing requirements
  
• Manage closeout of MEP related systems and contracts
  
• Lead the estimating and purchasing of MEP contracts which will include the creation and review of scoping and leveling documents and contract exhibits
  
• Interview and assist with selection of sub-contractors for each project
  
• Responsible for day-to-day management of MEP (as noted above) sub-contractors
  
• Review and approve MEP monthly requisitions and change orders
  
• Conduct site walks to ensure work is progressing according to schedule, including schedule updates
  
• Communicate with BIM/VDC personal and Superintendent to ensure coordination is on track with schedule
  
• Work with A/E team to develop successful solutions to coordination items
  
• Responsible for the review all MEP submittals
  
• Obtain all documentation from inspections and testing (varies on size of job)
  
• Oversee the MEP & FP contractor as well as the Commissioning agent
  
• Coordinate/work with any Owner third party MEP contractors or testing agencies
  
• Obtain all mechanical close out documentation; as builts, attic stock and O&Ms
  
• Coordinate multi trade portions of the project; example - electrical and door hardware
  
• Develop and monitor equipment delivery logs, organize submittal process for long lead items first
  
• Attend weekly owner meetings, subcontractor meetings, coordination meetings, and field meetings
  
• Obtain approval/sign off from any/all AHJs
  
• Work with retail and/or tenant fit out where applicable
  
• Develop work lists, and complete MEP punch list
  
• Coordinate owner training and turnover
  
• Work with all public utility companies to ensure project requirements are met. Including temporary electrical, steam, and natural gas.
  
• Coordinate and direct as needed all parties to successfully complete life safety inspections
  
• Coordinate between trades and documents; electrical requirements for mechanical are correct. Light power match electrical drawings etc.
  
• Reports to Director of Construction and Senior Superintendent
  
  What you'll bring
  
  
  • Type 1 Concrete and Metal frame mid- and high-rise apartment and condo building experience required
    
  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, or related field
    
  • 7+ years' progressive experienceas an MEP Project Manager/Superintendent
    
  • 3+ years' experience in residential construction project management
    
  • Strong financial understanding of cost reporting, etc.
    
  • Working knowledge of construction and project management tools and software
    
  • 3+ years' experience managing others
    
  • Extensive computer knowledge: Windows (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access), internet and e-mail
    
  • Possession of minimum OSHA 30 hours in the past three years and current First Aid and CPR training
    
    Health & Safety during Covid -19
    
    
    • Personal protective equipment provided or required
      
    • Temperature screenings
      
    • Social distancing guidelines in place
      
    • Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place
      
      *Must be able to successfully pass a drug screen.
      
      We are an equal opportunity employer. Carmel Partners does not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, religion, color, creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, medical condition, disability, military status, sexual orientation, or any other consideration which violates federal, state or local laws.
      
      Notice to third-party Agencies
      
      Carmel Partnersdoes not have any standing offers to pay any referral compensation or recruitment fees for any open positions. Unless there is a signed agreement providing otherwise, Carmel Partners will not pay any compensation to any employment firm, staffing agency, recruiter, or other third party for any resumes or candidate profiles that are provided, even if the individual is hired by Carmel Partners. In the event a recruiter or third-party agency/firm submits a resume or candidate profile without a signed active agreement,Carmel Partnersexplicitly reserves the right to pursue, and hire said candidate without any notice or financial obligation to the recruiter or agency/firm. Carmel Partners reserves the right to retain, use, transfer and distribute any resumes and candidate profiles that are submitted, including thosesubmitted to hiring managers.

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