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MEPS Preconstruction Manager

San Francisco Bay Area, CA

MEPS Preconstruction Manager

Who We Are:

Cahill Contractors is a majority family- and woman-owned general contractor that specializes in the construction of multi-family residential, education, hospitality, and other commercial projects. With offices in San Francisco, Oakland, and San Jose, Cahill works throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. Now in its fourth generation of family leadership, Cahill has been building lasting relationships and quality structures with integrity since 1911. Cahill serves as a trusted partner to our clients, committed to their success from early in preconstruction through construction and beyond. Our employees take tremendous pride in their work and are consistently guided by Cahill’s five core values: Safety, Integrity, Commitment, Collaboration, and Continuous Improvement. Cahill is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position Summary:

Working as part of the Preconstruction team, the MEPS Preconstruction Manager has a major role in:

  • Developing MEPS options, estimates, value engineering ideas and constructability reviews.
  • Leading the MEPS bidding process including recommended subcontractor selection.
  • Actively coordinating Design-Build MEPS subcontractors during the design phase.
  • Assisting the PM team in construction with MEPS issues as necessary.

Major Responsibilities Include:

Preconstruction

  • Analysis of systems and options
  • Conduct facility assessments and develop options during the conceptual stages of projects.
  • Perform design and constructability reviews to identify potential shortcomings or challenges with the proposed design. Where applicable, provide options to enhance the building systems.
  • Research and evaluate new technologies as the market evolves.
  • Understand the USGBC LEED process and other sustainability certifications and help develop approaches to maximize sustainability.
  • Where applicable, review customer energy usage and propose solutions to reduce operating costs
  • Prepare and deliver technical presentations explaining MEP services and systems to clients.
  • Budgeting and procurement:
  • Develop detailed and accurate MEPS budgets for all market segments -- including Residential, Senior Living, Corporate, Education, and Community based projects.
  • Track historical costs by market segment and building type.
  • Develop relationships with subcontractors, vendors, architects, engineers and owners.
  • Work with project managers, designers, and owners to procure MEP services and make recommended subcontractor selections.
  • Construction planning
  • Be knowledgeable in BIM approaches and aid in high-level coordination when requested.
  • Identify any technical aspects of the mechanical, electrical and plumbing services that may affect construction progress or quality.
  • Identify and advise on long lead MEP items that may impact the construction schedule.
  • Organize and manage multiple preconstruction tasks and projects simultaneously.

Construction

  • While construction tasks remain the primary responsibility of the project teams, the MEPS Preconstruction Manager may be asked to provide MEPS expertise and assistance during construction. Possible areas of assistance include:
  • Assisting with cost control, trade coordination, and scheduling.
  • Providing field observations and troubleshooting problems.
  • Reviewing complex MEPS change order requests.
  • Assisting in the commissioning process.
  • Advising on documentation and processes for LEED and other sustainability certifications.

Qualifications & Skills

A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or a related degree, from an accredited university is preferred.  Five (5) to eight (8) years of project and construction experience with a mechanical or electrical contractor and/or engineering design firm is required.  Additional skills include:

  • Technical Knowledge - Knowledgeable of ASHRAE, SMACNA, NECA and other plumbing, mechanical and electrical codes to ensure MEPS installations meet quality and code standards. Understanding of low voltage electrical systems.
  • Sustainability - USGBC LEED Certification
  • Software – MS Office, Bluebeam, Revit
  • Organizational Skills – Strong organizational and time management skills with an attention to detail.
  • Communication – Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Teamwork – Effective and professional interpersonal and teamwork skills. Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with diverse team members.
  • Growth Mindset - A problem solving, forward thinking, builder’s mindset that is focused on finding solutions and achieving success.


What Can Cahill Offer You? 

  • Employment – This is a full-time position located in downtown San Francisco or Oakland. This role is hybrid, with a minimum of 3-4 days in the office as well as time spent on jobsites as needed.  In addition to a competitive salary, we offer an annual discretionary performance-based bonus.
  • Healthcare Benefits - We provide coverage options with a PPO plan, an HMO plans including Kaiser. Cahill covers 100% of monthly premiums for employee medical/dental/vision coverage for HMO and PPO plans. Multiple options are available for spouse/partner and family coverage.  Additionally, we offer a Medical FSA option.
  • Retirement - Our 401(k) plan includes significant employer matching and an annual discretionary contribution. We also offer financial advisors to help you plan for your future.
  • Time Off - We understand the importance of balancing work and personal life. Our flexible PTO package allows you to recharge and take care of life's demands.  The position starts with 5 days of PTO already earned and will accrue 3 additional weeks of PTO in the first year.
  • Volunteer Time Off - We provide paid time-off for volunteering, so our team members can make a meaningful impact to the communities we serve.
  • Wellness Program Cahill's Wellness Program supports physical, mental, financial, and community well-being with an annual wellness stipend, plus free resources and training.

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements described herein are representative of those that must be met by the employee, with or without reasonable accommodation, to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in an office or hybrid setting. The employee is required to work in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws. The MEPS Preconstruction Manager will be regularly required to:

  • Repetitively use hand motions for keyboard use and physical use of vision to read computer monitors and paper documents.
  • Regularly use hands to operate standard office equipment (personal computer, phone, printer, etc.)
  • See with close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and have the ability to adjust focus.
  • Sit at a desk for prolonged periods of time working on a computer.
  • Talk and hear at normal levels. The noise level in the office work environment is usually low to moderate.
  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. 
  • Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds occasionally.

The base salary for this role is targeted between $125,000 - $175,000

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Cahill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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