Senior MEP Project Manager
San Jose
Client Opportunities – Project Manager /
Regular Full-time /
Hybrid
GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior MEP Project Manager with expertise in Mechanical, Piping, and/or Plumbing to lead the planning and execution of complex construction projects. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and brings a strategic mindset to project management, client relations, and cross-functional coordination.
The ideal candidate will be humble, smart, and hungry: humble in valuing teamwork and diverse perspectives; smart with practical problem-solving skills and strong emotional intelligence; and hungry for growth, continuous improvement, and delivering results.
Key Responsibilities:
- Project Leadership & Execution
- Oversee the planning, execution, and close-out of HVAC and MEP-focused construction projects from start to finish.
- Serve as the primary point of contact between field operations, office staff, and clients.
- Lead kickoff meetings and communicate project scope, expectations, and deliverables to internal and external stakeholders.
- Drive the preconstruction process: review estimates, manage submittals, detailing, material procurement, and labor planning.
- Conduct regular job site visits to support foremen, track progress, and resolve material/scheduling issues.
- Monitor and manage subcontractor activities and project schedules to ensure milestones are met.
- Financial & Operational Oversight
- Prepare and maintain detailed project schedules and three-week lookaheads in coordination with field teams.
- Track project costs, prepare monthly job cost reports, and proactively address scope changes and margin erosion.
- Oversee vendor relationships and negotiate pricing to secure long-term value.
- Participate in MEP coordination meetings and internal forecasting sessions to monitor progress and adjust as needed.
- Team Management & Collaboration
- Supervise and mentor Project Engineers and Coordinators.
- Collaborate closely with superintendents, foremen, safety teams, and the broader project team to ensure alignment and execution.
- Foster a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and high performance.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 3+ years of experience in MEP construction project management.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
- Strong financial and scheduling acumen with the ability to explain the financial health of a project.
- Familiarity with building codes, mechanical and plumbing regulations, and the design-build process.
- Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Autodesk Build, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office).
- Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription).
- Telehealth access and HSA/FSA options.
- Employer-paid Life, Accident, and Disability Insurance (1.5x salary).
- Generous PTO policy, increasing with tenure + 10 paid holidays.
- On-site gym access, EV charging stations, and commuter support.
- Educational assistance and professional development programs.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment that prioritizes well-being and work-life balance.
$130,000 - $185,000 a year
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