MEP Senior Preconstruction Engineer at Holder Construction

<div class="content-intro"><div id="comp-m4xa41va" class="Z_l5lU ku3DBC zQ9jDz qvSjx3 Vq6kJx comp-m4xa41va wixui-rich-text" data-testid="richTextElement"> <p class="font_9 wixui-rich-text__text"><span style="color: rgb(2, 102, 187);"><strong>ABOUT US</strong></span></p> </div> <div id="comp-m4xa5ckz" class="Z_l5lU ku3DBC zQ9jDz qvSjx3 Vq6kJx comp-m4xa5ckz wixui-rich-text" data-testid="richTextElement"> <p data-start="118" data-end="367"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Holder Construction is a nationally recognized leader in the construction industry, consistently ranked among the top firms on ENR’s Top 400 Contractors list. </span>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. <span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">With operations throughout the United States, w</span>e offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including:</span></p> <ul> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" data-start="118" data-end="367"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Annual bonus program</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" data-start="118" data-end="367"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Paid time off</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" data-start="118" data-end="367"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Health, dental, vision, and life insurance</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" data-start="118" data-end="367"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">401(k)-retirement plan</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" data-start="118" data-end="367"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Night and swing shift differential pay for select roles</span></li> </ul> </div></div><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>We are looking for a MEP Preconstruction Senior Engineer to join our Preconstruction team in our Columbus, OH office. This is a full-time, in-person position.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Lead and manage MEP preconstruction activities, including estimating, design management, and procurement.</li> <li>Communicate with equipment vendors, design engineers, clients, subcontractors, and internal project stakeholders.</li> <li>Prepare a comparative analysis of estimates and explain variances to stakeholders.</li> <li>Coordinate with preconstruction engineers to develop complete scopes of work for MEP systems and guide teams through typical and atypical situations.</li> <li>Prepare detailed analyses of subcontractor and vendor bid proposals, including recommendations for award and risk analysis.</li> <li>Train and develop preconstruction engineers in technical and non-technical aspects of MEP systems.</li> <li>Lead responses to RFPs to enhance Holder’s reputation and client consideration.</li> <li>Represent Holder at design/coordination meetings and industry events, maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders.</li> <li>Own the creation, updating, and presentation of project deliverables and tools to clients.</li> <li>Support meetings with owners, architects, and engineers for all aspects of the preconstruction phase.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p> <p>Required:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, construction management, or equivalent MEP subcontractor preconstruction experience.</li> <li>5+ years of preconstruction experience in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and/or building automation/power monitoring systems.</li> <li>Ability to read and understand electrical, HVAC, plumbing, architectural, and civil plans and specifications.</li> <li>Familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures of MEP systems and equipment.</li> <li>Experience leading a team of MEP project engineers/estimators.</li> <li>Outstanding communication and time management skills.</li> <li>Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks.</li> </ul> <p>Preferred:</p> <ul> <li>Experience in a collaborative environment, adapting to change, and presenting ideas clearly.</li> <li>Proven ability to develop and lead teams, provide constructive feedback, and encourage high performance.</li> </ul> <p>Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.</p><div class="content-conclusion"><p class="font_8 wixui-rich-text__text"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span class="wixui-rich-text__text">Holder is committed to Equal Opportunity Employment (EOE).</span></span></p> <p class="font_8 wixui-rich-text__text"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span class="wixGuard wixui-rich-text__text">​</span><span class="wixui-rich-text__text">Substance abuse testing and a background screening is a condition of employment and&nbsp;Holder Construction does not sponsor applicants for immigration status or benefits.</span></span></p></div>