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Mccarthy Building Companies, Inc.

MEP Director

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Mccarthy Building Companies, Inc.
A 160‑year‑old, 100% employee‑owned U.S. construction firm delivering complex building projects nationally.
Leads preconstruction services and MEP expertise for construction projects
21d ago
$175,000 - $210,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
San Jose, CA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
7,400 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Design
General Contractor
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Healthcare
Education
Science + Technology
Sports + Entertainment
Retail + Hospitality
Industrial
Commercial
Government
Role
What you would be doing
vdc coordination
scope-gap analysis
cost comparison
bid strategy
exhibit 1 development
client relationships
  • Prepare clarifications and assumptions for listed scopes of work for RFP submission.
  • Lead and/or assist with the VDC coordination during the preconstruction effort.
  • Participate in interview preparation for negotiated bids.
  • Attends industry events and represents McCarthy to the industry in a professional capacity.
  • Develop scope-gap matrixes to assist with coordination between MEP trades.
  • Oversee or prepare the Exhibit 1 development process – scopes of work, for all MEP subcontractors.
  • Perform comparisons of scope, quantities and cost data between projects.
  • Participate in constructability and quality reviews.
  • Provides support to Business Development team as necessary to build and maintain relationships with existing client base.
  • Review project documents for cost-effectiveness and suggest value alternatives where applicable.
  • Review project documents to understand risk elements and address such for evaluation.
  • Prepare management presentations and develop an estimate basis.
  • Manage and define risks for the executive team.
  • Builds and maintains relationships with internal McCarthy Partners
  • Build relationships with subcontractors, vendors and internal clients to maintain a good reputation for McCarthy and gain competitive advantage for future projects.
  • Responsible for cost analysis and estimate coordination, as well as development and review of trade takeoffs and internal pricing.
  • Assist regional ongoing projects as it relates to MEP scopes of work.
  • Assist in the development and training of future MEP staff.
  • Assist with presentation of final submission with Owner and A/E team for all related scopes of work.
  • Assist and coordinate preconstruction services with the mechanical, electrical, plumbing, low voltage, fire suppression and other similar scopes of work.
  • Develop subcontractor bidding strategy, coordinate all bidding and oversee subcontractor solicitation and bid evaluation during bidding process.
  • Maintains a “value added” approach to preconstruction.
  • Coordinate bid efforts, processing RFI’s, and interfacing between bidding community.
What you bring
construction management
bachelor’s degree
10+ years experience
subcontractors
vendors
vdc software
  • In-depth knowledge of construction principles/practices required.
  • Experience dealing with subcontracts, subcontractors and/or vendors.
  • Ability to communicate with, present to, build trust in and influence others internally and externally.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering and 10+ years experience with an MEP focus required.
  • Proven experience managing large-scale preconstruction efforts.
  • Excellent follow-up and open issues resolution
  • Experience leading successful team ventures, including development of employees and maintaining relationships with internal and external partners.
  • Proficiency in Virtual Design and Construction software programs
  • Able to manage multiple estimating teams/efforts concurrently.
  • Demonstrate behaviors consistent with McCarthy core values while maintaining a “value added” approach to estimating.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
Annual Revenues in Billions
Financial Strength
The company generates annual revenue in the billions, reflecting its significant market presence.
7,400 Employees
Workforce Size
The company employs around 7,400 professionals across regional offices.
#30 Ranking
Employee-Owned Firm
Ranked #30 among the top employee-owned construction firms in the 2021 NCEO list.
  • Evolved from a regional lumber business into one of America’s oldest privately held national builders.
  • Serves diverse sectors including energy, infrastructure, industrial, water, and marine with end-to-end construction services.
  • Known for tackling complex projects such as hospitals, labs, airports, and parking structures.
  • Features include blending traditional craftsmanship with modern design-phase innovation.
  • Balances large-scale capability with local expertise and deep community roots.
Culture + Values
  • Genuine – respect for the work we do and the people who do it; recognized for being honest and following through on commitments.
  • We, Not I – belief in the force multiplier (power) of teamwork and a consistent habit of sharing credit.
  • All In – fully committed and a reputation as someone people can count on to do whatever it takes to get the job done.
Environment + Sustainability
9.5 GW
Clean Energy Delivered
Constructed 85+ utility-scale clean energy projects, including 9.5 GW of clean energy and 1.033 GW of battery storage.
1 GW
Solar Projects Underway
Currently building four large-scale solar projects across Texas and Arizona, expected to reach total capacity by mid-2025.
800+ Jobs
Solar Construction Employment
Creating significant employment opportunities, including 200+ apprenticeships in solar energy.
Opened 2011
Net-Zero Parking Structure
Completed a cutting-edge net-zero parking structure at Long Beach City College featuring green design innovations.
  • Solar apprenticeship program is U.S. Department of Labor-approved, includes renewable energy module, and registered in multiple states to align with Inflation Reduction Act standards.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Values diversity, equity, and inclusion as part of brand standards, aiming to create an environment where everyone can succeed without barriers.
  • Promotes an 'inclusive culture' built on people, community, and clients, ensuring 'everyone has the opportunity to succeed without barriers'.
  • No specific gender or demographic percentages were publicly disclosed in sourced material.
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