Lead MEP preconstruction for commercial projects: communicate with vendors, design engineers, clients, and subcontractors; procure and manage electrical/mechanical subcontracts and equipment; coordinate equipment submittals; assist with electrical, mechanical, and construction cost estimates; support project coordination and execution on-site.
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 Senior Engineer to join our MEP team on our project in Mount Prospect, IL. This is a full-time, in-person position.
Key Responsibilities
- Communicate with electrical and mechanical equipment vendors, design engineers, clients, and subcontractors.
- Procure electrical and mechanical subcontracts and equipment, managing contracts and deliverables from bid solicitation through contract award.
- Coordinate equipment submittals and assist with electrical, mechanical, and overall construction cost estimates.
- Support commercial projects within core markets, ensuring effective coordination and execution.
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, construction management, relevant field, or relevant experience.
- 5+ years of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing preconstruction experience.
- 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.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to identify and resolve issues.
- Effective participation in a team environment.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects and tasks.
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.
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