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CMTA (formerly AMA Group), a Legence company
CMTA is one of the fastest-growing engineering firms in the U.S., known for sustainable, high-performance building systems and complex MEP/FP delivery. Through AMA's design expertise in media, broadcast, and production facilities-and CMTA's national portfolio in education, healthcare, and zero-energy projects-we pair deep technical craft with an innovative, collaborative culture that accelerates careers.
CMTA, formerly known as AMA Group, is seeking an experienced MEP Construction Project Manager for our offices in New York City and New Jersey. We are looking for a Project Manager with prior experience in MEP Project Management, familiar with both union and non-union projects, to join our Construction Management team. This role will help expand our Project Management Department to support a growing list of clients, including NBC Universal, Disney, NBC Sports, and A+E Networks. The position reports to a Senior Managing Principal. CMTA, formerly known as AMA Group, specializes in MEP and critical infrastructure projects, such as data centers, base building electrical and mechanical upgrades, electrical utility services, solar projects, broadcast studios, and various interior alteration projects.
Our projects span multiple states, including New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Maryland, Washington DC, Florida, and California, so some out-of-state travel may be required. The successful candidate will serve as the primary point of contact for client representatives and will represent AMA to ensure the highest levels of project execution are achieved.
Who We Are?
CMTA, formerly known as AMA Group, is a full-service construction management company established in 2004. It evolved from its parent company, CMTA, a leader in the design of MEP/FP building systems specifically for media, broadcast, and production facilities, including sound stage campuses. CMTA has completed over 1,000 projects and serves a diverse range of clients in corporate, financial, educational, and residential sectors.
In 2024, AMA Group was acquired by Legence, a company within the Blackstone portfolio, which consists of 9,000+ employees and offers a multifaceted approach to design and construction. This acquisition enhances our national reach across various markets and sectors, facilitating continued growth. The acquisition also aligns AMA Group with CMTA (https://www.cmta.com/), which is a 1,500-person MEP design firm with 50 offices across the United States.
Role Responsibilities: As a MEP Project Manager for CMTA, Construction Management, you will be responsible for implementing and/or improving our company-wide Project Management processes. You will be responsible for:

• Take the lead managing 4-5 projects in various sizes with varied scopes of work
• Review and understand all ongoing projects, drawings, and specifications books
• Review and understand company-wide site safety policies, including a working knowledge of the company's Safety Manual
• Attend internal project kick off meetings with Estimators to ensure a clean transition from Estimating to Project Management; meeting agenda will include review of awarded subcontractor scopes of work, client allowances, proposal notes and clarifications, client contract stipulations, etc
• On newer projects, work with the Project Superintendent to generate the following:
• Submittal list (in Procore)
• Project Directory (in Procore)
• Project schedule and logistics plans
• Request for Information (RFI) log
• Permit and 3rd party inspection list
• Site specific safety documents
• Depending upon the experience of the Construction Superintendent, the level of involvement in creating the above list documents will vary from project to project.
• Review specifications and submittals for any pre-purchased Mechanical and Electrical equipment prior to them being released into fabrication
• Take the lead with weekly client meetings, including creating an agenda for the first meeting and preparing meeting minutes (in Procore) for subsequent meetings with the assistance of the Project Superintendent
• At the onset of the project, establish weekly subcontractor project meetings and work with the project's Superintendent to create an agenda and document the meetings with meeting minutes
• Perform internal site safety audits on an as needed basis to ensure all company policies are being followed, including posting all required/helpful OSHA Safety signage, collecting site specific safety orientations, records of safety training, and weekly subcontractor toolbox talks
• Coordinate project Laborers' daily schedules with Construction Superintendents and oversee entry of all Laborer hours to complete weekly payroll
• Be a part of the pre-construction team working with the design team, including AMA's in-house engineering team and clients to develop the project scope, schedules, logistics, etc.
• Provide General Requirements and Conditions information to the Estimating Department on potential projects to establish costs related to supervision, site cleanup, trash removal, etc.
• Expand the company's existing Union and Non-Union subcontractor bid lists
• Create Methods of Procedure (MOP's) for any critical shutdowns or switchovers associated with the project; MOP will include tasks to be completed prior to commencement of the scope, a timeline for the work involved, and a detailed description of the steps needed to complete the task
• Take the lead in managing project change orders including working with the Project Superintendent to collect costs from Sub-Contractors, creating Change Orders using Procore, reviewing Change Orders with the Project Executive, issuing Change Orders to the Client, and following up on the status of approvals
• Liaise with the accounting department to ensure all costs associated with Client and Sub-Contractor change orders are entered into Sage accounting software
• Attend monthly meeting with accounting to review the progress of your assigned projects to ensure projects are remaining on budget
• Provide input into Client and Subcontractor monthly accounts receivable and payable to ensure amounts being reflected represent the current status of the project
• Address any subcontractor scope disputes during the course of construction
• Oversee project close outs inclusive of coordinating the completion of design professionals' punch lists and permits/3rd party inspections

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Estimating, Engineering or Construction Management
• 5-7 years of Construction experience
• 2-3 years of MEP Project Manager experience
• Proficient in Procore
• Working knowledge of MS Project and MS Project Suite
• Experience working on cross functional teams within different offices

Specific Skills:

• Proven ability to work in a deadline driven environment
• High attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively within a team and independently while managing multiple projects

Salary Range: $130 - 150k
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The Employee Experience
People are at the heart of what we do. We're committed to a diverse, inclusive culture where employees thrive-individually and as a team-with development, wellness, and day-to-day experience front and center. We offer competitive benefits and a collaborative, fun work environment. Our team was named "Best Engineering Firm to Work" for by Best Companies Group for 2024, 2025, and 2026-a people-first standard AMA continues as they integrate with CMTA.
About Legence
Legence (Nasdaq: LGN) is a leading provider of engineering, consulting, installation, and maintenance services for mission-critical systems in buildings. The company specializes in designing, fabricating, and installing complex HVAC, process piping, and other mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems-enhancing energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in new and existing facilities. Legence also delivers long-term performance through strategic upgrades and holistic solutions. Serving some of the world's most technically demanding sectors, Legence counts over 60% of the Nasdaq-100 Index among its clients.
Benefits Overview
401(k) Plan with Company Match: Currently match contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 4% of eligible pay; immediate vesting.
Health & Welfare Benefits: Employer provided medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, Employee Assistance Program and accident & illness coverage.
Life and Disability Insurance: Employer provided basic life insurance and AD&D valued at 50K coverage amount with the option for voluntary buy up for additional coverage.
Time Off: Flexible non-accrual vacation; company holidays per policy. (For California employees, this is separate from California paid sick leave, if applicable.)
Expenses: Business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy.
Reasonable Accommodations
If you need assistance or accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at ta@wearelegence.com or your dedicated recruiter with the job title and requisition number.
Employment Eligibility
Candidates must have current work authorization in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Third-Party Recruiting Disclaimer
Legence and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies; any such submissions without a prior signed agreement authorized by Legence Holdings LLC's CHRO or Director of Talent Acquisition will not incur fees and are considered property of Legence.
Pay Disclosure & Considerations
Where pay ranges are indicated, please note that a successful candidate's exact pay will be determined based relevant job-related factors, including any of the following: candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as geographic and market considerations. We are committed to ensuring fair and competitive compensation for all employees and comply with all applicable salary transparency laws.
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