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MEP Coordinator

Clune Construction · Chicago, IL · $113,000–$127,000 a year · Full time

Posted Jun 19, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you had to get a subcontractor to close out punch list items they kept putting off.

What they are checking: Whether they can hold trade partners accountable firmly and politely to finish a project.

Tell me about a mistake you caught late in MEP coordination. What did you do and what did you change afterward?

What they are checking: Whether they own errors honestly and build habits that stop the same problem from repeating.

What would you do

A subcontractor sends an RFI about a duct that cannot fit as drawn. How would you build a proposed solution?

What they are checking: Whether they come with workable options that consider cost and schedule instead of just passing questions up the chain.

How do you track MEP construction progress in a way the project manager can actually use?

What they are checking: Whether they report progress with clear facts and risks rather than vague percentages.

Health care projects have their own rules for MEP systems. What would you want to learn before supporting one?

What they are checking: Whether they know that occupied hospitals bring infection control, life safety and shutdown planning needs.

About the work

How do you run MEP coordination in the model when mechanical, electrical and plumbing trades are all fighting for the same ceiling space?

What they are checking: Whether they understand clash detection and can lead trades to a fair, buildable solution instead of just flagging conflicts.

What do you look for when you review an MEP submittal before it goes to the design team?

What they are checking: Whether they catch spec mismatches, missing data and coordination issues before the architect or engineer has to reject it.

Walk me through how startup and commissioning differ, and what documents you would track for each.

What they are checking: Whether they understand the stages of turning equipment over and the paperwork that proves it works.

Mission critical work has very little room for error. What makes MEP coordination on a data center different from a tenant improvement job?

What they are checking: Whether they appreciate redundancy, uptime and testing rigor rather than treating every project the same.

What software have you used for MEP model coordination, and how comfortable are you running a clash review meeting?

What they are checking: Whether they can lead the tools and the meeting, not just open a file and look at it.

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The full job description

As published by Clune Construction.

Are you ready to grow your career with a company that values excellence and invests in its people? At Clune Construction, we’re more than builders—we’re a team of driven, collaborative and talented individuals who take pride in delivering exceptional work. Excellence is at the core of everything we do, from the quality of our projects to the way we support our people. As an employee-owned company, we invest in our team, and in return, our people share in our success. This shared commitment has earned us recognition as a Best Place to Work, a US Best Managed Company and a recipient of the Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics. Whether you’re a seasoned construction professional or looking to bring your expertise to a new area, we welcome you to join our team and make an impact! The MEP Coordinator’s role is to supplement the project team by organizing the proper planning, installation, startup and commissioning of key MEP equipment. The position is focused in Mission Critical environments, but also helps with Health Care and TI projects. Responsibilities include coordinating the MEP model, reviewing MEP submittals prior to submission, provide potential solutions for MEP related RFIs, track MEP construction progress, organize startup and commissioning documentation, and work with subcontractor and vendors to close punch list items Essential Functions: • Assist Project Management Team with Preconstruction MEP information management • Support and schedule 3D Model coordinator for assigned projects. • Track MEP related MOPs and cutover activities for assigned projects. • Coordinator commissioning documentation with subcontractors, vendors, and commissioning agent. • Process Vendor startup and commissioning. • Assist with organizing MEP client training. • Train and provide guidance to MEP Team on MEP concepts and installation details. What We Offer At Clune Construction we value each of our employees and care about their wellbeing. We strive to provide best-in-class benefits packages, including: • 100% company-paid premiums for Medical, Dental & Vision for all dependents (effective day one) • Employee Stock Ownership Plan • 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match • Employee Assistance Program • Company-paid and Voluntary Life Insurance Plans • Company-paid Short Term and Long Term Disability • Flexible Spending, Dependent Care and Commuter Plans • Career Development through Mentoring Program, Learning & Development, Continuing Education • Fitness Program • Pet Insurance Core Values and Behaviors Clune Construction is proud to have Core Values and Behaviors that all of our employees represent. These Core Values are: Safety, Service, Teamwork, Respect, Excellence, Leadership and Innovation. Performance is evaluated with these Core Values in mind. Job Requirements: • Advanced Experience and knowledge of the installation of MEP systems, BIM Modeling, and Construction Management • Experience with PLCs, control systems, process instrumentation, and/or building management systems • Ability to use independent judgment, self‐starting and ability to prioritize based on relevant factors • Ability to read and understand plans and specifications drafting and computer skills desirable. • Ability to coordinate solutions to installation problems with design engineers and subcontractors • Knowledgeable of construction terminology Education and Experience: • Bachelor Degree in Engineering or Construction Science, or combination of equivalent education and experience • Minimum 4 years of experience with large commercial construction projects preferred • Experience as or working in collaboration with a construction project manager or superintendent preferred Pay Range: $113,000 - $127,000 The salary range listed reflects a broad scope of potential earnings for this position. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, and internal equity. Please note that it is not common for candidates to be hired at the top of the range. We encourage open communication about compensation expectations during the hiring process. All candidates must provide a resume. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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