MEP Construction Manager II - Kansas City, MO

Description

• Review design criteria, drawings, and specifications, including but not limited to HVAC, power distribution, emergency generation/UPS, grounding, lighting, plumbing, fire protection, and controls for constructability, operability, and maintainability; resolve clashes early via BIM coordination.
• Oversee the full commissioning process from L1 through L5, ensuring all systems are tested, documented, and accepted per owner requirements.
• Serve as the contractor and/or owner’s primary representative with contractors, designers, trade partners, equipment manufacturers and vendors, facility operations, and AHJs; lead/participate in OAC, coordination, and readiness meetings.
• Maintain field document control for drawings, RFIs, submittals, test/inspection records, equipment lists, and change orders; produce concise owner reports with schedule/cost/quality status and decisions required.
• Enforce coordination plans and above-ceiling/MEP routing decisions; confirm access clearances, labeling, and maintainability are preserved as-built.
• Coordinate with the Commissioning Authority/Program on scope handoffs, tagging/progress reporting, and Cx schedule alignment.
• Reinforce HSE policies (e.g., NFPA 70E, LOTO) and confirm pre-energization prerequisites and settings management are satisfied by the delivery team.
• Frequently moving through data center and outdoor environments (heat, cold, precipitation), including navigating tight spaces, accessing areas via stairs or ladders, and occasionally working in overhead or under-equipment positions.
• Provide daily/weekly oversight of MEP and general building trades to verify installations meet drawings, specifications, codes, and manufacturer requirements.
• Maintain a punch list and/or action item tracker through closure and drive resolution of commissioning issues.
• Ensure pre-functional checklists, startup prerequisites, vendor O&M, settings, and test reports are complete and organized.
• On occasion the employee may move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Champion clear, data-driven communication (technical and non-technical) across all parties; curate owner updates and decision logs.
• Maintain a proactive issues/risk log; escalate schedule, cost, and technical risks with mitigation plans aligned to owner priorities.
• Use common tools (Procore, BIM 360/ACC, Bluebeam, MS Project/P6, Excel/PowerPoint/Teams) for traceability and dashboarding.
• Frequently manipulating small parts/tools
• Monitor schedule interfaces and system integration sequences; initiate recovery plans when needed.
• Coordinate development/review of MEP-critical MOPs (energization, generator/HVAC tie-ins, shutdown windows), ensuring protection of live environments and compliance with owner/site policies.
• Support integrated systems testing and final acceptance procedures, ensuring all commissioning documentation is archived for turnover.
• Align QAQC and commissioning requirements in project documents so expectations are contractual and traceable.
• Support procurement strategy for long-lead MEP equipment; verify factory documentation, submittals, and vendor plans flow down owner requirements.

Requirements

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with onsite and remote team members.
• Two years of hands‑on install/testing/validation/troubleshooting of mechanical, controls, and/or electrical infrastructure
• Skilled at using construction management software such as Procore.
• Skilled in managing schedule inputs and enforcing commissioning standards across multiple stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
• Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines.
• 75–100% travel across the U.S. unless assigned to an extended project (>6 months; typical assignments 9 months – 4 years).
• Ability to analyze complex information and develop plans to address identified issues.
• Skilled in clear, concise communication with both technical and non-technical audiences, with the ability to represent the owner directly with contractors and clients.
• Ability to relocate within 1–3 months if required (when 100% travel isn’t supported).
• Knowledge of the importance of the Method of Procedure (MOP) process and work notifications.
• Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management.
• Travel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities including but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees, meetings for business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, attending industry conferences, etc.
• Ability to achieve NFPA 70E and/or OSHA training as required; strict adherence to HSE/LOTO policies.
• Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to follow company and site safety requirements.
• Minimum of five years of additional related experience
• Knowledge of materials, methods and the tools involved in the construction of mission critical, commercial buildings or other structures.
• Ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, optimize operational processes, and contribute to company-wide innovation
• Must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to rent vehicles.
• Strong working knowledge of commissioning processes for electrical, mechanical, and controls systems in mission-critical environments.
• Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related discipline
• Effective May 7, 2025, and in accordance with U.S. federal regulations for domestic air travel, a valid REAL ID (or an acceptable alternative, such as a passport) is required for travel associated with this position.
• Knowledge of industry trends, project management and construction procedures and best practices.

Benefits

• Flex spending accounts (FSA)
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
• Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
• Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
• 401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
• Dental and vision plans
• Paid parental leave after one year of employment
• Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
• PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
• Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
• Relocation assistance available

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance