MEP Project Manager

Job overview

The MEP Project Manager role is hybrid in Grand Rapids, MI, with an office location at 601 First Street NW. Compensation is not specified. The role supports Rockford’s construction, real estate development, and property management work, with a stated purpose of helping build stronger communities. The project manager leads planning, coordination, and delivery of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems through the project lifecycle. The role coordinates design and trade partners, cost and schedule controls, procurement, installation, commissioning, and turnover to support safe and efficient project execution.

What you'll do

• Coordinate MEP/FP systems from preconstruction and design through commissioning and turnover
• develop bid packages, scopes, budgets, and cost analyses
• maintain historical cost data
• resolve design issues
• use BIM/VDC for constructability and coordination
• manage scope and cost changes
• support equipment procurement
• maintain milestone schedules
• coordinate permits, RFIs, and submittals
• support field installation and trade coordination
• lead or support commissioning, training, punch lists, as-builts, and turnover.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

mep project manager

mechanical systems

electrical systems

plumbing

fire protection

grand rapids mi

rockford

hybrid

construction management

bim/vdc

project coordination

commissioning

building systems

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k) with company match, healthcare coverage, paid time off, flexible work schedules, tuition reimbursement, professional development, on-site health and wellness programs, volunteer time off, and industry-leading technology.

Why this role

Bachelor’s degree in construction or an engineering-related program required; 7+ years in construction and 5+ years in MEP coordination or management required.

About the employer

Rockford is hiring for this role. Industry: Commercial and Institutional Building Construction. Sector: 23.