MEP Project Manager

Clayco

The Role

Overview

Manage MEP design, bidding, construction, quality control, and commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

  • safety compliance
  • submittal review
  • quality control
  • mep coordination
  • testing commissioning
  • change management

Tasks

The MEP Project Manager role is to provide quality control for mechanical, electrical, plumbing design, bidding, and construction for Clayco projects. This includes development of MEP scope documents, MEP bid package development at very early stages of scope development, and subcontractor negotiations. This role also provides document review / leadership to design team and clients, responds to scope modification evaluations during construction, and is the sounding board between original scope and field scope. As well as on-site supervision and coordination of the mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection and elevator subcontractors, and successful completion of construction projects to meet time and cost objectives with respect to quality, contracts, and scheduling. Observe work in the field and compare to drawings to ensure details are installed per the drawings and specifications. Be a key part in developing and implementing Clayco Commissioning process. -Ensure that MEP Subcontractors adheres to Project safety regulations. -Facilitate problem solving, as may arise, between MEP Subcontractors during construction. -Assist in the receipt and review of MEP submittals. -Liaison with Consultant MEP Engineers, Inspectors, and relevant staff. -Assist in Quality Control process of the installation of MEP work. -Work with Project management team to direct, monitor and oversee the activities of MEP Subcontractor. -Validate design issues related to MEP and suggest alternative solutions. -Coordination and administration of MEP related materials, systems, and shop drawings submittals. -Assist in the scope review, budgeting, and justification of MEP change work order. -Assist in the testing and commissioning of MEP equipment. -Log and post all MEP changes and as-built information on field drawings. -Ensure that MEP Subcontractors provides and adheres to relevant Quality documentation/records.

Requirements

  • 6-10 yrs
  • ashrae
  • bachelor’s
  • bacnet
  • nec
  • microsoft

What You Bring

-6-10 years of experience in the field or building mechanical/electrical commissioning experience. -Comfortable using common field-testing equipment such as infrared cameras, light meters, IAQ meters, etc. -Working knowledge of architectural, structural, civil documents to understand how the mechanical/electrical systems are integrated into the building. -This position is classified as a safety-sensitive role in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Candidates selected for this position will be subject to a comprehensive background check, which includes mandatory drug testing. -Have commissioning experience or certification of ASHRAE or BCA (University of Wisconsin Extension). -Knowledge of air and water testing/adjusting/balancing procedures and expectations. -Understanding of the many common Codes for Building, Plumbing, NFPA (fire, electrical, etc.), Mechanical, and Life Safety. -Know electrical systems basics and have a good working knowledge of NEC for field reviews and Commissioning requirements/testing. -Good understanding of Specifications Divisions and where to go in the various sections in coordinating responsibilities and various testing and documentation requirements of the project. -Solid/strong working knowledge/experience/background of control systems, BACNet, Tridium networks, and overall “systems” functional testing sequences, steps, procedures, and integration. -Strong working knowledge relationship with computers, laptops, iPad type instruments, Microsoft Office, various M/E industry “Apps”. -Know plumbing and fire protection field and Commissioning requirements through experience and supplemental training courses. -Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. -Strong knowledge in fire alarm systems and integration. -Our clients and projects are nationwide – Travel will be required.

Benefits

-Competitive Annual Salary: Based on qualifications, skills, training, experience, and location. -Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, Phoenix Business Journal. -Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more! -Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company performance and individual contribution.

The Company

About Clayco

-Founded in 1984 by Bob Clark in St. Louis, the company grew rapidly with integrated design‑build services. -Moved headquarters to Chicago in 2013, expanding reach across North America. -Launched Clayco Compute in 2025, focusing on mission‑critical data center construction with 57 active projects. -Specializes in Commercial, Industrial, Institutional, Residential & Hospitality, Life Sciences, Data Center and Manufacturing sectors. -Typical projects include large‑scale data centers, life sciences facilities, manufacturing plants and hospitality developments. -Known for pioneering fast‑track, tech‑enabled design‑build methods—using BIM, drones and modular solutions. -Integrated subsidiaries cover architecture (Lamar Johnson Collaborative), concrete (Concrete Strategies), and façade systems (Ventana). -Handles end‑to‑end delivery—from site acquisition and financing through design, engineering and self‑performed construction. -Stands out for fully integrated project delivery, overlapping design and build phases to boost efficiency and innovation.

Sector Specialisms

Food and Beverage

Consumer Products

Manufacturing

Life-Science Products

Industrial

Security Clearance

-comprehensive background check required -mandatory drug testing