Holder Construction
Construction
SeniorMechanicalEngineer
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“Senior Mechanical Engineer at Holder Construction. Skills: MEP systems, MEP equipment, Construction cost estimates. Communicate with vendors. Communicate with design engineers”
Industry & Context.
Issue resolution
Substance abuse testing, Background screening
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Bachelor's degree in construction management, Bachelor's degree in relevant field, Relevant experience, 5+ years mechanical preconstruction experience, 5+ years electrical preconstruction experience, 5+ years plumbing preconstruction experience, Read and understand electrical plans, Read and understand mechanical plans, Read and understand plumbing plans, Read and understand architectural plans, Read and understand civil plans, Read and understand specifications, Familiarity with MEP systems, Familiarity with MEP equipment, Good communication skills, Identify and resolve issues, Effective participation in team environment, Detail-oriented, Manage multiple projects, Manage multiple tasks
What You'll Do.
Communicate with vendors
Communicate with design engineers
Communicate with clients
Communicate with subcontractors
Procure electrical subcontracts
Procure mechanical subcontracts
Procure electrical equipment
Procure mechanical equipment
Coordinate equipment submittals
Assist with electrical cost estimates
Assist with mechanical cost estimates
Assist with construction cost estimates
Support commercial projects
Ensure effective coordination
Ensure effective execution
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Team environment
Communication Scope
Communication skills
Process & Methodology
Contract management
Full Job Description
ABOUT US Holder Construction is a nationally recognized leader in the construction industry, consistently ranked among the top firms on ENR’s Top 400 Contractors list. 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. With operations throughout the United States, we offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including: Annual bonus program Paid time off Health, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k)-retirement plan Night and swing shift differential pay for select roles About the Role We are looking for a Senior Engineer to join our MEP team on our project in Mount Prospect, IL. This is a full-time, in-person position. Key Responsibilities Communicate with electrical and mechanical equipment vendors, design engineers, clients, and subcontractors. Procure electrical and mechanical subcontracts and equipment, managing contracts and deliverables from bid solicitation through contract award. Coordinate equipment submittals and assist with electrical, mechanical, and overall construction cost estimates. Support commercial projects within core markets, ensuring effective coordination and execution. Qualifications Required: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, construction management, relevant field, or relevant experience. 5+ years of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing preconstruction experience. Ability to read and understand electrical, HVAC, plumbing, architectural, and civil plans and specifications. Familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures of MEP systems and equipment. Good communication skills. Ability to identify and resolve issues. Effective participation in a team environment. Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects and tasks. Holder is committed to Equal Opportunity Employment (EOE
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