Senior Project Manager I - MEP

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Austin, TX, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Professional Services • Real Estate • Transportation • Design
The Role
Leads large-scale MEP projects from inception through closeout, overseeing design, installation, commissioning, budgets, schedules, resources, quality, and risk. Manages and mentors multidisciplinary engineering teams, coordinates with clients, architects, contractors, and stakeholders, and serves as the primary client contact. Responsibilities also include project reporting, process improvement, proposal development, business pursuits, client relationship management, and representing the firm at industry events.
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Overview

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager I- MEP with 10+ years of professional experience to join our growing MEP team in the Austin, TX office.


The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems, with a proven track record of managing large-scale projects from inception to completion. As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the design, installation, and maintenance of MEP systems, ensuring that all projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality.


At WGI, you will find talented, passionate associates providing exceptional service in collaborative, team-driven environments, all while having fun and enjoying the work they do. We work to stay ahead of the curve by investing in the latest tools and technology. As one of the nation’s top consulting firms, we consistently strive to promote efficiency, cultivate a culture our associates can proudly embrace, and empower our associates to advance their career growth at WGI, and beyond.


WGI is always looking for remarkable individuals to join our team and help us grow in our vision. If you think you are an innovative, self-motivated team-player, and want to shape your community, join our WGI team today!


WGI offers a complete Benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD & STD, Life Insurance, 401k with match, PTO, Holidays, HSA with company contribution, Pet insurance, and Employee assistance program.


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Responsibilities
  • Lead MEP projects from inception through closeout, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
  • Oversee the design, installation, and commissioning of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems across large-scale projects.
  • Manage and mentor a team of MEP engineers and technicians, providing technical guidance and supporting professional development.
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor throughout the project lifecycle and beyond.
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities, lead pursuit strategy, and author or contribute to proposals and qualifications packages.
  • Represent the firm at industry events, conferences, and with key client accounts to expand the firm's market presence.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, architects, contractors, and other project stakeholders.
  • Develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, and resource plans; proactively identify and mitigate risks.
  • Conduct regular project reviews and progress meetings; prepare and present clear, accurate project reports.
  • Drive consistent use of project management processes and procedures across the team.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred; PMP or equivalent project management certification accepted in lieu.
  • 10+ years of experience in MEP project management.
  • Strong knowledge of relevant mechanical, electrical, and plumbing codes and standards.
  • Proven leadership and team management skills with the ability to coordinate across multiple disciplines.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable presenting to clients and senior stakeholders.
  • Proficiency in project management tools such as Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, or MS Project.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple active projects.
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas

Physical Demands

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Work is performed in an office setting.  Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate a computer, keyboard and mouse.  Use of a telephone headset will allow for virtual communication with team members through Zoom and/or Microsoft Teams.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to sit for prolonged periods, use hands/fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms, speak and hear.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

If you have what it takes to join our growing organization and want to be part of a dedicated team, please apply today. In return, WGI provides a competitive salary and an outstanding work environment. WGI is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

WGI does not accept any unsolicited resumes. Should any 3rd party agency or recruiter forward or submit any resume(s) to a WGI associate without a pre-existing contractual agreement, the submitted resume(s) will be deemed the property of WGI, and no placement fee will be provided.


All agencies and vendors are required to have a signed WGI vendor agreement from the WGI Chief HR Officer permitting them to work directly through our Talent Acquisition team. Obtaining this signed vendor agreement is the only way you will receive payment. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of our staff will not be binding.


All third-party recruiting/supplemental staffing agencies are expected to familiarize themselves and abide by this policy.  

Skills Required

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field
  • Professional Engineer license
  • PMP or equivalent project management certification
  • 10+ years of experience in MEP project management
  • Strong knowledge of relevant mechanical, electrical, and plumbing codes and standards
  • Proven leadership and team management skills across multiple disciplines
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including client and senior stakeholder presentations
  • Proficiency in Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, or MS Project
  • Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple active projects
  • Currently authorized to work full-time in the United States without employment visa sponsorship
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The Company
816 Employees
Year Founded: 1972

What We Do

WGI is a national design and professional services firm specializing in the construction of public infrastructure and real estate development. Its multidisciplinary workforce includes engineers, land surveyors, landscape architects, environmental scientists, and architects. The company operates across five divisions and more than 23 offices nationwide, collaborating with clients and co-consultants to shape and improve communities through complex planning, design, and development projects.

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