MEP Project Manager

ABOUT H. J. RUSSELL & COMPANY

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SUMMARY

The MEP Project Manager is the leader for the Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection on a project. Their responsibilities include planning, organizing, and administering the contracts with all MEP subcontractors. The MEP PM monitors and proactively manages the schedule, cost, contract changes and all financial aspects of the project, reporting them both internally to the Project Director or VP and externally to the client. The MEP PM works in close coordination with the field Superintendents to ensure the timely and cost-effective execution of a quality project, which results in a client who is satisfied with H.J. Russell & Company, through the proficient use of the tools provided by H.J. Russell & Company.

WHY THIS JOB IS IMPORTANT

The MEP PM fulfills the critical role of the timely procurement, review, approval and ultimately delivery to the project site of all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection components including labor, materials, equipment and subcontractors so that the Superintendent can efficiently and safely prosecute timely, profitable and quality work. The MEP PM is responsible for ensuring all such project components and resources adhere in strict compliance to the contract documents and the project schedule established by the project leadership at project commencement.

The MEP PM is wholly responsible for all the duties of this position which may be performed on their own or with a staff of subordinates, depending on the size and complexity of the project.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES – The role has the following key duties and responsibilities:

• Prepares performance evaluations for those employees directly supervised.
• Assists with developing project budget and schedule of values.
• Plans project start-up and mobilization using the sequential PM start-up checklist.
• Manages the integration of plans and designs for MEPF (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire protection) systems, ensuring they meet the specific project requirements.
• Ensures that the appropriate insurance coverage is in place.
• Obtains necessary contractual documentation from subcontractors and vendors.
• Manage all buyout meetings with all subcontractors and vendors, ensuring participation by the project Pre-construction Manager and Project Superintendent.
• Manage all owner and subcontractor change orders and claims which pertain to MEPF systems
• Manages, consolidates and submits pay applications
• Coordinates with the Project Superintendent, subcontractors and suppliers
• Prepare MEPF project progress reports in consultation with the Project Superintendent
• Manage and implement cost control procedures and prepare monthly cost and profitability reports
• Establish the MEPF project schedule, detailed estimate and staffing requirements with Project Superintendent
• Develops and maintains good relationships with managers of clients, architects, and engineers.
• Conducts subcontractor and vendor buyout meetings in conjunction with Project Pre-construction Manager and Project Superintendent.
• Prepare subcontracts and purchase orders with input from Project Pre-construction Manager and Project Superintendent.
• Guide the professional development of subordinate project management staff through programs of instruction and training.
• Assume primary responsibility for MEPF project quality, schedule, and profitability.
• Manage the MEPF complete shop drawing/submittal register and update regularly.
• Review all shop drawing and engineering details.
• Assists with preparing the General Contractor's Application for payment, monitoring retainage.
• Participate in OAC meetings on a monthly or bi-weekly basis.
• Oversee the commissioning of MEPF systems including troubleshooting, diagnosis and resolution of issues.
• Implement and manage maintenance programs for the MEPF Systems, including preventative maintenance and storage requirements.

• Perform work in a safe manner and actively encourage others to comply with safety rules and regulations

• Assist with the preparation and updating of the following information sources weekly:
1. Buyout Log
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