Senior Manager, Mechanical, Pre-Construction Services
Gray
Lead mechanical pre-construction planning, estimating and team coordination for complex projects.
22 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Phoenix, AZ
Office Full-Time
Company Size
3,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Architecture
Property Development
Design
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Manufacturing
Food and Beverage
Data Centers
Advanced Technology
Distribution
Commercial
Role
What you would be doing
cost estimates
bid management
mechanical design
value engineering
design analysis
subcontractor relations
- Prepare and maintain detailed, organized records of cost estimates, project specifications, and bid documentation.
- Collaborate closely with the design and engineering teams to refine estimating techniques and improve overall accuracy and precision.
- Resolve high-level technical conflicts or escalations between design teams and subcontractors to maintain scope, schedule, and cost integrity.
- Plan, prepare, and present project specific details to internal and external customers.
- Collaborate with design teams to ensure the technical feasibility and efficiency of proposed designs.
- Cultivate strong relationships and partnerships with key mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, and controls subcontractors, leveraging their expertise in system design and construction methodologies.
- Lead the distribution of technical RFP documents, manage bid leveling processes, and ensure subcontractor proposals are aligned with project scope, technical specifications, and budget constraints.
- Provide expert-level recommendations for the design of mechanical systems, driving innovation, efficiency, and compliance with industry standards.
- Lead the development of exhibit A’s, contract documentation, and project status reports, ensuring all technical and contractual elements are clearly communicated to internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Analyze and refine design documents to optimize system performance and integration within the broader project scope.
- Support a seamless transition from pre-construction to construction phases by delivering necessary documentation and detailed design specifications.
- Manage concurrent pre-construction efforts and support execution teams through the development and deployment of complex system solutions.
- Lead team presentations of project updates and deliverables to customers, engineers, sub-contractors or other team members.
- Provide leadership and direction for a multidisciplinary team, including junior engineers, technical staff, and interns. Set performance expectations and create development plans to build long-term team capability.
- Serve as a thought leader within the MEP group, championing best practices, continuous improvement initiatives, and cross-training programs.
- Perform detailed value engineering analyses to optimize system performance and cost-efficiency while ensuring design integrity.
- Develop and refine cost estimates for mechanical systems based on historical data, market analysis, and technical specifications.
- Evaluate project viability and advise on high-level trade-offs between design, cost, and constructability during early-stage planning.
What you bring
construction estimating
mep
estimating tools
contracting
hvac
mba
- Ability to travel up to 25% as needed.
- Prior experience in construction estimating is required. (Emphasis on design-build MEP approach with coordination of design and engineering efforts.)
- Direct management and supervisory experience is desirable.
- Proficiency in industry specific modeling or estimating tools is preferred, in addition to Microsoft Office Suite.
- Proficient in various contracting methods such as lump sum, GMP, cost-plus construction management, and fee-based construction. Thorough understanding of legal aspects and implications of contractual language.
- Executive presence with excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting to C-suite or senior leadership.
- Proven ability to guide teams in applying best practices for system design, installation, and problem-solving.
- Travel to support the project needs at any phase of construction or pre-construction.
- Experience with HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, process piping, ductwork, wastewater, process engineering, mechanical design, and construction management is required.
- Strong leadership capabilities with a focus on mentoring and developing junior engineers and technical staff.
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or chemical engineering (or related discipline) is preferred, with significant experience (12+ years) in mechanical design, project estimating, or construction management.
- Proven ability to influence without authority, working across departments and functions to drive alignment and results.
- An MBA or related business qualification or experience is desirable.
- Experience reviewing and analyzing construction documents from subcontractors and engineers to confirm they comply with the project scope.
- Equivalent years of related experience will be considered in place of a technical degree.
- Experience working with design and engineering managers to ensure project(s) is/are designed, specified, procured, and constructed within the boundaries of operating guidelines, while conforming to technical requirements and ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Mentorship & Team Development
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Company
Overview
Founded 1960
Year of establishment
The company began as a modest contractor in Kentucky and has since grown into a global enterprise.
$1.4B Revenue
Annual revenue
The company generates significant revenue through its integrated services and global operations.
- Evolved into a global powerhouse blending engineering, architecture, construction, and equipment services into cohesive solutions.
- From tobacco barns to mega-projects, the company’s rise reflects its knack for pivoting—absorbing design-build, automation, and digital services under one roof.
- Gray engineers complex facilities—semiconductor fabs, advanced battery plants, food and beverage processing sites, data centers, and distribution hubs—by integrating systems early for agile design and execution.
- Their projects range from carbon-neutral distilleries and bourbon mash-houses to Amazon logistics centers, Mercedes-Benz assembly lines, Qcells battery parks, and Kraft Heinz plants.
- A tapestry of sister brands—Gray AES, Gray Solutions, InLine Engineers, Anderson Dahlen, AD Process Equipment, and NexGen—gives the company depth in automation, specialty fabrication, and real estate.
- Unique among general contractors, Gray builds its own process equipment and embeds engineering teams on projects, enabling mid-stream design pivots and tightly coordinated execution.
- The company’s blend of family culture, integrated services, and global reach makes it both nimble and reliable on projects that demand innovation and scale.
- We put safety and quality of life first.
- We are customer and relationship driven.
- We treat others the way we want to be treated.
Net-Zero 2050
GHG Emissions Target
The company aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, demonstrating long-term commitment to combating climate change.
2% of Profit
Community Investment
2% of annual pre-tax, pre-bonus profit is allocated to support community and environmental causes through philanthropic efforts.
- Operate award-winning safety and quality programs emphasizing environmental stewardship.
Two Team Members
Recognized for Inclusion
Named to Constructech Women in Construction list in 2019.
53 Cohorts
Military Engagement
Engaged in Save A Warrior partnership since 2017.
600 Participants
Military Support
Nearly 600 participants in Save A Warrior partnership since 2017.
- Equal Opportunity Employer with initiatives to recruit and retain a workforce reflecting community demographics.
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