MEP Coordinator

With offices in Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Ohio, Pepper Construction is a national general contracting and construction management firm that primarily serves the private sector. Pepper Construction provides clients the experience and resources of a national company, combined with the hands-on approach of a local company.

Reporting to the Director of MEP, the MEP Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in managing and coordinating mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems throughout the lifecycle of construction projects. You will work closely with construction project managers, design teams, and trade partners, ensuring that MEP systems are fully coordinated, meet industry standards, and align with project schedules and budgets. This position requires expertise in Building Information Modeling (BIM) and proficiency with Autodesk software, such as Revit and Navisworks. You will be responsible for managing MEP scopes, bid processes, 3D coordination, installation oversight, and start-up. This role requires strong technical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders to deliver high-quality projects.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage and oversee MEP design coordination using Autodesk tools, including Revit, Navisworks, and AutoCAD.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and construction teams to resolve clashes and ensure optimal system integration.
• Develop and maintain project schedules for MEP systems.
• Monitor project progress, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
• Conduct clash detection and resolution to optimize MEP layouts.
• Ensure adherence to industry standards, codes, and specifications in all MEP designs.
• Facilitate regular coordination meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide technical support and guidance to project teams on MEP and BIM-related issues.
• Prepare and maintain accurate models, drawings, and project documentation.
• Create visual presentations and reports for stakeholders as needed.
• Create a detailed scope sheet for MEP systems that outlines project scope, deliverables, and trade responsibilities.
• Compile Bid Matrices and confirm complete coordination between trades
• Prepare GMP pricing and design build budgets as needed

Oversee and coordinate the start-up and commissioning process in collaboration with the third-party commissioning agent

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field (preferred).
• Minimum of 2 years in MEP coordination with a strong focus on BIM.
• Proven track record of managing MEP systems for large-scale construction projects.
• Advanced proficiency in Autodesk Revit, Navisworks, and AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of BIM 360, Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) and other collaboration tools is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Able to travel within the Chicagoland area and occasionally to neighboring states, with most nights spent at home.

The target salary for this position is $110,000. We consider many factors when determining actual hiring salary. These factors may include location, transferable skills, work experience, licensure and certification, business needs, internal equity, and market demands.

Pepper Construction is dedicated to offering our employees a comprehensive and best-in-class benefits package that prioritizes their physical, financial, and emotional well-being. We offer medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans, a generous 401k match, and a student loan repayment benefit. In addition to paid time off for company holidays, vacation, and personal days, Pepper offers fully paid medical and parental leave, mental health services, and more.

For additional information, visitwww.pepperconstruction.com.

Pepper Construction is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Please note: Pepper does not sponsor work visas.

• Des Plaines, IL, USA