MEP Senior Preconstruction Engineer

The role

The MEP Preconstruction Senior Engineer will lead and manage MEP preconstruction activities including estimating, design management, and procurement. This role involves communicating with vendors, engineers, clients, and subcontractors to develop scopes of work and analyze bid proposals.

What you will do

• Lead and manage MEP preconstruction activities, including estimating, design management, and procurement.
• Communicate with equipment vendors, design engineers, clients, subcontractors, and internal project stakeholders.
• Prepare a comparative analysis of estimates and explain variances to stakeholders.
• Coordinate with preconstruction engineers to develop complete scopes of work for MEP systems.
• Prepare detailed analyses of subcontractor and vendor bid proposals.
• Train and develop preconstruction engineers in technical and non-technical aspects of MEP systems.
• Lead responses to RFPs.
• Represent Holder at design/coordination meetings and industry events.
• Own the creation, updating, and presentation of project deliverables and tools to clients.
• Support meetings with owners, architects, and engineers for all aspects of the preconstruction phase.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, construction management, or equivalent MEP subcontractor preconstruction experience.
• 5+ years of preconstruction experience in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and/or building automation/power monitoring systems.
• Ability to read and understand electrical, HVAC, plumbing, architectural, and civil plans and specifications.
• Familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures of MEP systems and equipment.
• Experience leading a team of MEP project engineers/estimators.
• Outstanding communication and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks.

Nice to have

• Experience in a collaborative environment, adapting to change, and presenting ideas clearly.
• Proven ability to develop and lead teams, provide constructive feedback, and encourage high performance.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Benefits

• Annual bonus program
• Paid time off
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k)-retirement plan
• Night and swing shift differential pay for select roles

Before you apply

• Substance abuse testing and a background screening is a condition of employment
• Holder Construction does not sponsor applicants for immigration status or benefits

About the company

Holder Construction is a nationally recognized leader in the construction industry, consistently ranked among the top firms on ENR’s Top 400 Contractors list. It is a performance-driven company that believes in rewarding excellence and investing in its people.