POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for understanding in Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) design concepts, estimating and construction basics. Dedicated to a market/region and supports the project preconstruction and operations team members. Provides industry knowledge and expertise as an in-house resource for associates and clients.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Pursuit
Creates content for pursuits.
Attends project interviews to identify and speak to MEP challenges and opportunities.
Document Review
Reviews construction drawings to identify optimal and innovative solutions, potential scope gaps, overages and VE opportunities.
Advanced understanding of MEP specifications.
Estimating and Schedule
Assists project team with MEP estimating at various design stages, reviews preconstruction and trade partner estimates and provides input related to engineering trades.
Assist with tracking system of MEP long lead time items.
Trade Partner Coordination
Understands trade partners strengths and who to recommend for specific project types and assists preconstruction team with trade partner selection.
Bidding and Buyout
Reviews MEP scope of work documents.
Assists preconstruction managers with MEP bid evaluations and provides analysis and makes recommendations.
Directs teams and clients on available rebates and incentives.
Construction
Attends MEP trade and/or consultant coordination meetings regularly.
Attends Preconstruction meeting for assigned business unit.
Reviews specific MEP submittals on select projects and provide feedback to operations team.
Attends site reviews regularly for assigned projects.
Risk Management
Assists project team with troubleshooting in construction process as needed.
Assists project team with development plans for high risk trade partners.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Architectural, Structural, Civil or Construction Engineering or Bachelor's degree in Construction Science or Management or equivalent.
5+ years experience as design engineer/consultant or trade partner preconstruction, management, or operations.
Knowledge of MEP and construction terminology and construction procedures.
Analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
High-level of time management and prioritization.
Able to build new and retain relationships with trade partners and consultants by attending industry events.
Able to work with a variety of internal and external clients.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The position requires work in an office environment.
Note: This job description reflects a summary of the job and does not prescribe or restrict the responsibilities that may be assigned. The job description is subject to change at any time.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Architectural, Structural, Civil or Construction Engineering, Construction Science, Construction Management, or equivalent
- 5+ years experience as design engineer/consultant or trade partner preconstruction, management, or operations
- Knowledge of MEP and construction terminology and construction procedures
- Analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills
- High-level of time management and prioritization
- Ability to build and retain relationships with trade partners and consultants; attend industry events
- Ability to work with a variety of internal and external clients
What We Do
McCownGordon Construction is a 100% employee-owned construction management and general contracting company headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, with offices in Missouri, Kansas, and Texas. It delivers collaborative construction solutions through construction management, design-build, sustainable construction, preconstruction, general contracting, and related technical services, serving multiple market sectors. The company also provides manufacturing design and construction solutions, including process and packaging engineering and line design.
