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Senior MEP Coordinator

Clune Construction · Chicago, IL · $140,000–$157,000 a year · Full time

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

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Likely interview questions for this role

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About your past

Tell me about a time you caught a serious problem in an MEP submittal before it went to the engineer.

What they are checking: Whether their reviews add real value instead of rubber stamping what subcontractors send.

How would you mentor a junior MEP coordinator on our team?

What they are checking: Whether they can teach the job and raise team skill, which a senior role is expected to do.

Tell me about a commissioning failure you were part of and how the team recovered.

What they are checking: Whether they stay calm under pressure, find the cause and help drive a fix with the right people.

What would you do

A vendor's startup technician shows up and the equipment is not ready. What went wrong and how do you prevent it next time?

What they are checking: Whether they plan prerequisites carefully and coordinate trades and vendors so costly visits are not wasted.

Two trades both claim a punch list item belongs to the other. How do you resolve it?

What they are checking: Whether they settle scope disputes quickly using contracts and fairness so work gets finished.

Health care and TI projects are also part of this role. How do you adjust your approach when you move between them and mission critical work?

What they are checking: Whether they adapt their rigor and process to different owners and risks.

About the work

How do you lead MEP model coordination on a large mission critical project with many trades and tight space?

What they are checking: Whether they can run the whole coordination process and make tough calls on routing priority.

How do you plan startup and commissioning for critical equipment like chillers, generators and UPS systems?

What they are checking: Whether they can sequence equipment turnover and testing to support a tight data center schedule.

What do you track to show MEP construction progress on a data center, and how do you report it?

What they are checking: Whether they measure progress in ways that reveal risk to energization and commissioning dates.

How do you propose a solution for an MEP RFI that balances cost, schedule and design intent?

What they are checking: Whether they think through tradeoffs and present clear options the design team can approve quickly.

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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 Senior 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. Supervisory Responsibilities: • While this role does not have any direct supervisory responsibilities, the Senior MEP Coordinator is responsible for mentoring staff, providing training on various MEP procedures, and providing feedback on performance reviews. 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. • Must possess the utmost of personal integrity and have the ability to create and lead an organization’s culture of collaboration, both internally and externally, in order to maintain the superior reputation of the firm • Must possess the desire and ability to collaborate with design engineers and other technical personnel to create solutions to MEP problems identified in design review, construction, installation, startup, and commissioning. Education and Experience: • Bachelor Degree in Engineering or Construction Science, or combination of equivalent education and experience • Minimum 6 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: $140,000 - $157,000 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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