Traveling MEP Manager

Reputation, Stability, and Growth

Our client is a nationally recognized, design-driven construction firm with a 75-year history of delivering large-scale, technically complex projects across the Midwest and beyond. Backed by more than $1.2B in annual revenue and a strong reputation for stability, safety, and innovation, the company continues to expand into new markets while maintaining the tight-knit, relationship-based culture that defines their teams in Wisconsin, Ohio, and surrounding regions. With a deep portfolio of IDP projects, mission-critical facilities, and high-performance MEP-intensive work, they offer unmatched opportunities for technical growth and long-term career advancement. For traveling team members, the company also provides the option to relocate into a local market later in your career.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities - Traveling MEP Project Manager

• Lead all project management activities for large-scale, design-heavy MEP scopes on complex construction projects across multiple regions
• Manage project budgets, financial performance, forecasts, cost controls, and reporting for MEP packages typically $20M+
• Oversee subcontractors, engineering partners, and field teams to ensure quality installation, schedule alignment, and system integration
• Drive coordination efforts for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems with engineering, design partners, and GC teams
• Act as the primary client-facing representative for all MEP-related communications, issues, and progress updates
• Lead internal and external meetings, facilitate problem-solving discussions, and proactively navigate challenges
• Ensure compliance with project requirements, design intent, and installation standards for complex building systems
• Mentor assistant project managers and project engineers, contributing to people development and team growth
• Support business development efforts through relationship building, technical expertise, and project excellence
• Travel consistently to project locations with the option to relocate to a local office in the future

The Successful Applicant

• Technical degree strongly preferred (mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, construction management, etc.)
• Experience managing $20M+ MEP scopes on complex commercial, industrial, mission-critical, or IDP projects
• Strong financial acumen - forecasting, cost management, budgets, and project financial controls
• 7+ years in construction project management (PM level and above), with proven people management and mentorship skills
• Excellent client-facing communication skills and the ability to develop long-term partnerships
• Coachable, team-oriented, and aligned with a relationship-driven culture
• Business development experience is a plus

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary $125,000-$175,000
• 15-20% annual bonus
• $1000/month vehicle allowance
• Industry leading travel benefits, per diem, and company-supported lodging
• Full health, dental, vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Industry-leading technical training and leadership development programs
• Option to relocate into a local office if travel is no longer preferred
• Long-term career mobility within a well-established, growing national contractor