MEP Manager

About Us
J. Benton Construction, LLC is more than a construction company—we are a team of builders committed to delivering exceptional project experiences while giving back to the Virgin Islands community where we live and work. Our mission is to be recognized as one of the leading construction companies in the Caribbean through an unwavering focus on customer service, quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
Since 2019, J. Benton has been in a strategic partnership with Consigli Construction Co., Inc., one of the Northeast’s top general contractors. This collaboration allows us to leverage shared expertise, complementary strengths, and national-level resources to deliver best-in-class projects throughout the region.
We are proud to call the U.S. Virgin Islands our home and to build projects that make a lasting impact on our community—while offering our employees meaningful careers with opportunities to grow.
Position Description
The MEP Manager provides technical leadership for Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection (MEP/FP) scope on assigned projects. This role serves as a subject matter expert and the primary point of integration between design, field operations, subcontractors, and project management—identifying constructability and coordination issues, supporting schedule and procurement planning, overseeing commissioning efforts, and ensuring successful turnover of MEP/FP systems from preconstruction through closeout.
Key Responsibilities
Provide MEP/FP technical oversight from preconstruction through closeout, including commissioning and turnover readiness.
Review contract documents, drawings, and specifications to identify constructability issues, coordination conflicts, and project risks.
Participate in design and coordination meetings with consultants, owners, and project teams to drive system integration decisions.
Evaluate MEP subcontractor proposals, scopes of work, and prequalification packages to support buyout and procurement decisions.
Develop and maintain MEP schedules and sequencing plans in partnership with the project team to align field execution to milestones.
Oversee MEP coordination workflows including shop drawings, BIM/clash detection, and field installation planning to enable efficient execution.
Track MEP submittals, RFIs, and change orders to support timely approvals, issue resolution, and accurate documentation.
Coordinate field inspections, testing, balancing, startup, and commissioning activities; collaborate with commissioning agents to verify performance and documentation.
Troubleshoot MEP system issues with subcontractors and project teams to resolve deficiencies and prevent rework.
Assess MEP-related cost impacts and value engineering options and communicate progress, risks, and performance through regular reporting.
Essential Skills & Competencies
Strong working knowledge of MEP/FP systems and typical construction/commissioning workflows
Ability to coordinate across designers, subcontractors, field teams, and owners
Strong organization and documentation discipline (submittals, RFIs, logs, closeout support)
Proactive problem-solving and ability to drive issues to closure
Comfort supporting procurement/buyout decisions through scope/proposal review
Ability to manage multiple priorities in complex project environments
Commitment to safety, quality, and ethical construction practices
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related engineering field or equivalant experience
5 years of experience supporting or leading MEP/FP coordination on commercial construction projects
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and technical submittals
Experience coordinating MEP subcontractors/consultants and supporting field issue resolution
Working knowledge of scheduling concepts and cost impacts related to MEP scope
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard project documentation systems
OSHA 10
Preferred Experience (includes, but is not limited to):
Experience with BIM coordination tools and platforms (e.g., Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD)
Experience using construction management software such as Procore and Primavera P6
Experience supporting commissioning and closeout documentation processes
OSHA 30
Experience working on large or technically complex construction projects
Professional engineering or commissioning-related certifications
Physical Demands & Work Environment
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.
Ability to work in a combination of office and active construction site environments
Ability to walk and navigate active construction sites with uneven terrain, varying elevations, and changing ground conditions
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, humidity, rain, and sun exposure
Ability to climb stairs and ladders as necessary to access work areas
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during site visits
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods
Compensation & Benefits
The base salary for this position is one component of J. Benton Construction’s total compensation package. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including a candidate’s skills, experience, education, relevant qualifications, internal equity, and business needs.
J. Benton Construction offers a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance:
Company paid Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (employee-only coverage)
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays (12)
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Company paid Life Insurance
Company Paid Short-Term Disability
Equal Opportunity Employer

Employment type
Salaried

Work arrangement
No