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MEP Quality Manager

Chicago, IL

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact? Do you thrive on tackling complex challenges and leveraging your technical expertise to drive results? Do you value working in a supportive and inclusive environment where your professional growth is a top priority? At Group PMX, you’ll have the opportunity to enhance your skills through comprehensive training, education, and in-house mentorship. We also encourage active participation in industry trade, business, and professional associations to keep you at the forefront of your field. 


 

MEP Quality Manager

Location: Chicago, IL

Salary: $160,000-180,000

Key Responsibilities 

  • Partner with project teams and trade contractors to develop and implement job-specific quality plans, providing design review feedback on constructability, sequencing and industry best-practice procedures. 
  • Conduct regular field reviews, document findings and guide corrective action. Serve as a quality liaison between project teams and trade contractors, facilitating coordination and consistency across quality control activities. 
  • Lead various quality management processes, including pre-installation meetings, first work in place and daily inspections, providing a strong background in construction quality and mechanical systems. Promote clear communication and collaborative problem-solving with internal and external relationships to influence outcomes, resolving issues while driving a culture of quality and accountability. 
  • Promote a culture of continuous improvement by mentoring teams, sharing technical knowledge, modeling best practices, staying current on industry trends and promoting professional development to elevate quality standards across all phases of a project.

Requirements 

  • BS/BA in Engineering, Construction Management or a similar curriculum and 6 years of relevant experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education. 
  • Must possess a valid driver's license to access client property and travel to various property site locations. 

Physical Demands 

  • The following physical demands represent those typically required of individuals working in construction field roles, with or without accommodation. Construction field positions require physical stamina and mobility, including the ability to climb ladders and stairs, use personnel hoists, and move through various terrain and active construction zones. Vision requirements include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Team members must be capable of using their hands to handle tools and materials, and perform activities such as sitting, standing, walking, speaking, hearing, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling. 

Work Environment 

  • Individuals in construction field roles work primarily on active job sites where exposure to environmental and job-related hazards is common, with or without accommodation. These environments may include proximity to heavy machinery, elevated work areas, airborne particles, varying weather conditions, and potential electrical risks. Noise levels may vary from moderate to high depending on the phase of construction. Employees may be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and must remain alert to ensure safety. Additional duties may be assigned as needed based on the scope and progress of the project. 

Preferred Qualifications 

  • Minimum of 6 years of experience in engineering, construction quality management or building commissioning. 
  • BS in Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management. 
  • BCxP (ASHRAE Certified Building Commissioning Professional), CQM-C (USACE) or similar certifications are desirable. 
  • Communication: Excellent written and verbal communicator; an active listener who can deliver clear and concise messages. 
  • Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems promptly, develops alternative solutions, and works well in group problem-solving situations. 
  • Critical/Strategic Thinking: Able to develop a practical understanding of why things go wrong in the design and construction phases and direct the project team as needed. 
  • Collaboration: Ability to build and maintain both internal and external relationships, including team members, subcontractors, stakeholders and others. 
  • Adaptability: Able to research, learn quickly, and communicate knowledge among the team, stakeholders and other parties. 
  • Technology: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) and Autodesk Construction Cloud or similar software. 

One Team. Shared Success.SM At Group PMX, we are more than just a project, program, and construction management company; we are a community of passionate professionals dedicated to delivering innovative solutions and creating collaborative environments that promote better project performance outcomes for our clients and partners. Our core purpose is to build, align, and coordinate high-performance teams around a "project-first thinking culture." We foster a “one team” environment where every team member, from entry-level to senior management, plays a crucial role in our success.  

With a portfolio of over 1,000 projects for public, private, and nonprofit owners in buildings, infrastructure, and energy markets, we have a proven track record. Our services are tailored to meet our clients where they are, providing the talent, tools, and technology they need to keep moving forward. Whether managing the execution of projects, offering a suite of support services, or advising during critical project phases, we continuously strive for excellence. Our efforts have been widely recognized, and in 2025, ENR New York named us on its list of Top Contractors for the sixth consecutive year.

Group PMX is a certified MBE, DBE, SBE, and LBE firm. 

Group PMX is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer 

 

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