Senior MEP Project Manager - Mission Critical

Job Description:

Ryan Companies US, Inc. has an immediate career opportunity for an experienced Sr. MEP Project Manager to join our National Mission Critical team.

This individual is primarily responsible for managing the Project Team to meet goals, budgets, and the highest customer satisfaction, with a specialized focus on Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems within mission-critical and data center construction projects.

Some things you can expect to do:

• Client Leadership & Business Development: Develop contacts and quickly build relationships with potential customers. Participate in or lead owner/client presentations and negotiations.

• Contract Management: Effectively negotiate business and legal provisions of construction contracts.

• Project Execution & Financials: Consistently achieve high levels of quality, design, and profitability on projects assigned to the team. Oversee design development, budget preparation, and development of project schedules.

• Procurement Strategy: Play a key role in developing procurement strategy, including preparing bid documents, negotiating, and awarding subcontracts (especially for long-lead and high-value MEP equipment).

• Team Supervision & Mentorship: Supervise a team of Project Engineers, Sr. Project Engineers, Project Managers I & II, and Project Assistants, as required, depending on assigned project(s). Develop comprehensive onboarding and training plans for new engineering hires.

• Administrative & Financial Assurance:

  Assure the team's accounts receivables are managed effectively and collected promptly.

  Assure that general team administrative responsibilities are carried out promptly and accurately.

  Assure the team's warranty issues are resolved promptly and effectively.

Additional MEP & Mission-Critical Responsibilities:

• Subject Matter Expertise: Provide technical leadership and oversight for complex MEP systems, including specialized cooling structures, redundant power distribution, and intricate plumbing systems unique to data centers and mission-critical facilities.

• Quality & Risk Management: Coordinate tightly with specialized MEP subcontractors to establish strict quality control measures, ensuring minimal risk and adherence to the stringent tolerances required by mission-critical environments.

• Cost Management: Execute detailed responsibilities related to specialized cost management, tracking specialized MEP materials, and avoiding supply chain delays.

• To be successful in this role, you must have a bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management/Science, or equivalent work experience.

• At least 10 years of proven experience, preferably in the Mission Critical/Data Center industry.

• Previous experience in the commercial construction industry with a focus on MEP systems is required.

• You must also be able and willing to travel for projects.

• Proven knowledge of complex data center MEP Systems.

• Established understanding of early turnover dates, hand-offs to third party commissioning agency, and the overall commissioning process.

• Experience with data center critical work "Methods of Procedures" MOPs processes.

Eligibility:

Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary

• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

• Retirement and Savings Benefits

• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

• Life Insurance

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

• Educational Assistance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs

• Parenting Benefits

• Employee Discount Programs

• Pet insurance

• Ryan Foundation - charitable matching funds

• Paid Time for Volunteer Events

Disclaimer: Eligibility may vary based on factors such as role, hours worked, employment status, length of service, location, and other considerations. Detailed information will be shared with eligible candidates during the hiring process, and the official terms and conditions will be outlined in each individual offer document.

Ryan Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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