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W.E. O'Neil

MEP Manager

W.E. O'Neil, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60601

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MEP Manager

The MEP Manager is responsible for all office and field activities on a project involving the MEP Trades: Mechanical, Electrical Plumbing, Fire Protection, Low Voltage and Controls. The MEP Manager is to fully handle all aspects of these trades starting with the initial interface with owners & designers on system design. Responsibilities also include subcontractor bid solicitation and selection, submittals, coordination, field supervision, commissioning & close out. The MEP Manager reports to the Project Manager & Superintendent. The position is full time on the jobsite. Key Responsibilities

Detailed drawing & specification review and analysis.

Facilitate discussions on designed systems with Owners & Design Engineers.

Procure and provide alternative solutions for design and equipment.

Lead the buyout process for all MEP subcontractors on the project. This shall include developing scope of work bid comparisons, reviewing and leveling bids of all subcontractors, conducting scope reviews, and awarding the selected subcontractor.

Manage & review all MEP submittals to ensure compliance with contract documents.

Manage the BIM coordination process & meetings as the operations lead. Manage the overall BIM coordination timeline & track BIM coordination progress, coordinate with the WEO BIM coordinator to help resolve any issues, track major clashes & design issues, and deconflict issues between trades as needed in BIM coordination meetings.

Manage all RFIs related to MEP issues.

Provide day-to-day field supervision and coordination for all work of MEP subcontractors.

Scheduling: Determine the sequencing of work activities and manage subcontractors to follow the sequence. Provide input to the superintendent on MEP durations and sequencing.

Monitor, review, and sign T&M field work order tickets from MEP subcontractors.

Observe and report any safety concerns with any trade during jobsite walks.

Manage the MEP trades to ensure QAQC and that the work performed meets the requirements of the drawings and specs and that all work is completed per their contract.

Manage all MEP quality assurance & quality control for the project. Includes completing all necessary pre-install meetings, first delivery inspections, first installation inspections, pre-closure inspections, non-conformance items, field observations.

Review all drawing changes issued for MEP design changes. Coordinate pricing requests with the Project Engineer and review all MEP subcontractor pricing for accuracy and completeness.

Manage the startup & commissioning process to ensure all equipment startup and documentation is completed. Coordinate all required action items with the MEP Engineers and Commissioning Agent. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Should have at least 10 years' experience with MEP Systems

with a range of experience in all MEP system types, understanding system design, code requirements, controls / automation, sequencing, means and methods, and constructability.

Coordination

has the ability to plan and effectively coordinate complex projects with sophisticated MEP systems.

Subcontractor Management

can effectively manage subcontractors, including problem resolution, coordination between trades, and buy-in to O'Neil's management of the project.

Financial Understanding - understands project cost reporting systems and can use them to accurately communicate the financial status of a project.

Client Relationships

establishes positive relationships with clients.

Estimating

can participate in developing bid strategy, and GMP development. Can develop sub bid packages, negotiate, and award subcontracts. About W.E. O'Neil Construction

Building Great Relationships since 1925! 100% employee-owned general contractor. We build nationally, with locations in AZ, CA, CO, IL, TN, and TX. W.E. O'Neil Construction has seen steady growth since its founding in 1925 in Chicago by the O'Neil family. Now 100% employee-owned (ESOP), we embrace people as our number one asset. Our award-winning teams are recognized as industry leaders. Our longevity can be attributed to our excellent staff of professionals, our integrity, our commitment to customer satisfaction, and our ability to embrace technology. Our combination of the financial strength of a large national contractor and the responsiveness of a small company brings the best of both worlds to our clients. Our experience covers virtually every commercial market sector using a broad range of project delivery methods including design-build, design assist, construction management at risk and lump sum bid. Our Hiring Process

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