ABOUT US
Holder Construction is a nationally recognized leader in the construction industry, consistently ranked among the top firms on ENR’s Top 400 Contractors list. We are a performance-driven company that believes in rewarding excellence and investing in our people. Our structured career development program empowers associates to grow quickly into expanded roles and responsibilities based on merit. With operations throughout the United States, we offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
- 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
About the Role
We are looking for a MEP Preconstruction Senior Engineer to join our Preconstruction team in our Columbus, OH office. This is a full-time, in-person position.
Key Responsibilities
- 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 and guide teams through typical and atypical situations.
- Prepare detailed analyses of subcontractor and vendor bid proposals, including recommendations for award and risk analysis.
- Train and develop preconstruction engineers in technical and non-technical aspects of MEP systems.
- Lead responses to RFPs to enhance Holder’s reputation and client consideration.
- Represent Holder at design/coordination meetings and industry events, maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders.
- 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.
Qualifications
Required:
- 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.
Preferred:
- 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.
Holder is committed to Equal Opportunity Employment (EOE).
Substance abuse testing and a background screening is a condition of employment and Holder Construction does not sponsor applicants for immigration status or benefits.
Skills Required
- 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
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Substance abuse testing and background screening as a condition of employment
- 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
Holder Construction Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Holder Construction and has not been reviewed or approved by Holder Construction.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Annual performance bonuses and merit increases are emphasized as meaningful parts of total compensation, with additional travel or shift differentials for eligible roles. These incentives are portrayed as rewarding and a notable highlight for field supervision and project management positions.
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Healthcare Strength — Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and supplemental insurance options are offered, including telemedicine and coverage for employees’ families. The breadth of insurance choices is consistently presented as a strong element of the package.
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Retirement Support — A company-sponsored 401(k) with a discretionary match is included, alongside financial-planning resources. Retirement benefits are positioned as a core component of the overall offering.
Holder Construction Insights
What We Do
Holder Construction is a leading national commercial construction company founded in 1960. Consistently ranking among the nation's top 20 contractors, they focus on strong relationships and high-quality buildings for Fortune 500 clients across 38 states, specializing in corporate offices, data centers, airports, and higher education facilities.
