Mechanical Lead

Job Description

DPR Construction is seeking a Mechanical Lead with a minimum of 8 years of commercial construction experience. This individual will be ultimately responsible for day-to-day coordination of all mechanical scopes of the project. The Mechanical Lead will work closely with all members of the project team, project executives and regional leadership teams and will be responsible for the following:

• Manage the owner-architect and engineer interface and planning and installation for HVAC, controls, plumbing, process piping, and fire/life safety as well as fire protection design/construction coordination (validated and non-validated systems).
• Responsible for providing construction support for Mechanical systems and will oversee the balancing, commissioning and validation certification of these systems, including the turnover package.
• Assist in the development and execution of full commissioning plans for all Mechanical systems that identify and define the following; all test requirements, required inspections, factory start-up of major equipment, factory acceptance testing, project and vendor documentation requirements and integrated test plans demonstrating full system integration.
• Manage and direct the activity of MEP coordinators, as well as MEP PE’s on the project.
• Assist with preconstruction, scoping of subcontractors, and provide project management of subcontractors as needed.
• Understand and perform the role of superintendent on the site over mechanical and electrical trades and manage the site for the general superintendent as needed.
• Participate and/or conduct training in their region as needed.
  
  

Qualifications

We are looking for a flexible, detail-oriented team player with the ability to manage multiple tasks, produce quality work, and consistently meet deadlines. The successful candidate will possess:

• Strong grasp of mechanical and electrical engineering concepts.
• Ability to run complex meetings with multiple attendees, issues minutes promptly and follow up with participants for deliverables.
• Good understanding of test and balance requirements.
• Good understanding of direct digital controls installations/integration.
• Good understanding of fire/life safety and fire sprinkler systems.
• Excellent listening skills and strong communication skills.
• Ability to identify and resolve complex issues.
• Ability to create and support team morale.
• Proficient computer skills in Excel, Word, and scheduling software.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred but not required.
• A strong work ethic and a “can-do” attitude.
• This job is salaried.
  
  

DPR has been nationally recognized for its strong company culture, based on a well-defined purpose “We Exist to Build Great Things,” and four core values: integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and ever forward. A flat, title-less organization that empowers people at all levels to make decisions, DPR ranked on FORTUNE’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” list for five consecutive years. For more information, visit http://www.dpr.com.