MEP Preconstruction Engineer

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 an MEP Preconstruction Engineer to join our Preconstruction team in our regional office in Phoenix, AZ . This is a full-time, in-person position.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage MEP preconstruction activities, including estimating, design management, and subcontractor/vendor procurement.
• Communicate with equipment vendors, design engineers, clients, subcontractors, and internal project stakeholders.
• Prepare comparative analyses of estimates and explain variances to project stakeholders.
• Coordinate with teams of preconstruction engineers to develop complete scopes of work for MEP systems.
• Analyze subcontractor and vendor bid proposals and provide recommendations for award, considering project risks and challenges.
• Train and develop preconstruction engineers in technical and non-technical aspects of MEP systems.
• Lead responses to RFPs and represent Holder at meetings and industry events.
• Create, update, and present project deliverables and tools to clients.
• Support meetings with owners, architects, and engineers during the preconstruction phase.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, Construction Management, or relevant MEP subcontractor preconstruction experience.
• 2–5 years of preconstruction experience in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and/or building automation systems/power monitoring systems.
• 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.
• Outstanding communication and time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and adapt to change professionally.
• Strong organizational skills and effective meeting management.

Preferred:

• Experience leading or developing teams of MEP Project Engineers or Estimators.
• Proven ability to encourage high performance and enable others to act.
• Experience in presenting ideas clearly and handling confrontation constructively.
• Willingness to accept and provide constructive feedback.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Ability to engage with clients, vendors, and industry partners to maintain positive relationships.

​Substance abuse testing and a background screening is a condition of employment and Holder Construction does not sponsor applicants for immigration status or benefits.