MEP Project Manager - Top Chicago General Contractor

Oak Brook, Illinois Permanent USD140,000 - USD170,000 per year Hybrid working View Job Description
My client is a nationally ranked established general contractors that is looking for a strong MEP Project Manager to help grow their team. They are offering a comprehensive compensation package, work/life balance, and great company culture!
  • High Level Position with a Nationally Ranked General Contractor
  • High base salary, bonus, car allowance, 401k, WFH flexibility, healthcare

About Our Client

Our client is an established nationally ranked general contractor that focuses on all different market sectors. They have a phenomenal reputations among their peers, clients, and subcontractors throughout the market. They have a strong backlog of projects in their pipeline through 2030. Project sectors: data centers, sports/entertainment, corporate interiors, multifamily, light industrial, commercial, healthcare, higher education, mixed-use, and various other projects.

They are well known for their strong compensation packages, employee benefits and their opportunities for growth. They are looking for an experienced MEP Project Manager or MEP Senior Project Manager to join their growing team!

Job Description

The MEP Manager Will be Required To:

  • Lead and manage all MEPF coordination efforts from preconstruction through project closeout.
  • Work with design consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure constructability, schedule adherence, and compliance with contract documents.
  • Perform design reviews and value engineering to optimize system performance and cost.
  • Manage the MEP schedule and integrate it with the master project schedule.
  • Monitor field installation, testing, and commissioning processes to ensure quality and performance.
  • Support BIM/VDC teams during MEP coordination and clash detection processes.
  • Serve as the technical subject matter expert on all MEP-related issues.
  • Ensure all systems meet safety codes, sustainability goals, and industry best practices.



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience managing MEP scopes on large-scale commercial construction projects.
  • Proven experience working for or with top-ranked general contractors or MEP trade contractors.
  • In-depth knowledge of building systems, codes, commissioning, and MEP industry standards.
  • Proficiency in construction management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, Navisworks, BIM 360).
  • Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • PE or LEED accreditation is a plus

What's on Offer

  • A competitive base salary between $140,000-$170,000+ (Depending on Experience)
  • Competitive bonus structure, project/profit based. 10-15+%
  • Medical insurance including dental and vision (100% coverage for individual and dependents)
  • Generous 401K structure (6% company match - increases each year)
  • Flexible PTO program
  • $925/mo. Vehicle allowance or Company Truck
  • Robust career advancement opportunity
  • Strong training programs
  • Company wide events
  • Company phone and laptop provided
  • DE&I Initiative
Contact
Katrina Donnelly
Quote job ref
JN-042026-6989733

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Property
Location
Oak Brook
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Katrina Donnelly
Job Reference
JN-042026-6989733
Job Nature
Hybrid working