Assistant Mep Designer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

At Colliers Project Leaders we help clients advance the built environment by assisting them to build amazing workplaces, businesses, and communities around the world. We do this by thinking differently, sharing innovative ideas, and offering a unique and collaborative workplace where you can succeed. We are currently looking for an MEP Manager to join our Owner's Rep team in Abilene, TX or San Antonio, TX with Data Center experience. 

The MEP Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems on Data Center Projects. The role ensures that MEP installations are completed in accordance with design, budget, quality, and schedule requirements, and comply with all relevant regulations and standards. In addition, MEP manager will be involved with the following activities:

• Coordinate MEP designs with architectural and structural disciplines to identify and resolve conflicts (clash detection).
• Review MEP drawings, specifications, and BOQs to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Monitor installation and commissioning activities on-site for HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and other building systems.
• Manage contractors and vendors to ensure adherence to project timelines and deliverables.
• Conduct regular site inspections and attend coordination meetings with consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Verify material submittals, method statements, and shop drawings for compliance with project requirements.
• Liaise with consultants, architects, and the client to ensure technical requirements are met.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of project schedules for MEP works.
• Ensure that all MEP works are executed safely and in compliance with local codes and standards.
• Lead testing and commissioning activities and ensure successful handover of MEP systems.
• Project set up with project budget and schedule creation including oversight.
• RFP development, pre-bid planning, oversight, and coordination.
• Assist team on facilitating design and construction phases.
• Assist with coordination of contractors. Either traditional contractors or design build contractors.
• Oversight of physical construction activities on site.
• Hand-off of physical data center and project documents to customer and operations.
• Management in contractor safety performance.
• Assist with coordination and logistical planning for all OFCI equipment.
• For assigned construction projects, manage General Contractors and vendors project management resources.
• Report to assigned project team and manager.
• QA/QC work of assigned projects to confirm accuracy.
• Review monthly billing with team, confirm substantiation and audit vs budget.
• Ensure ‘lessons learned’ are held and placed in the feedback loop to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure project team aligns with project turnover documentation requirements to Operations.
• Work closely with Operations to coordinate design criteria and construction with ongoing maintenance and operation of existing facilities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience is required.
• Sophisticated and technical construction experience is required.
• Data Center and General Contractor experience preferred.
• Experience in CSA (civil, structural, architectural) and MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) construction management is a requirement.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Project & other PM technical tools.
• Travel may be required and could grow, but will be assessed by the project team.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience is required.
• Sophisticated and technical construction experience is required.
• Data Center and General Contractor experience preferred.
• Experience in CSA (civil, structural, architectural) and MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) construction management is a requirement.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Project & other PM technical tools.
• Travel may be required and could grow, but will be assessed by the project team.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.