Full-Time

Construction MEP Project Manager

Updated on 4/19/2025

Cumming Group

Cumming Group

Global consultancy for project and cost management

Compensation Overview

$125.4k - $167.2k/yr

Senior

Company Does Not Provide H1B Sponsorship

New Haven, CT, USA

Category
Project Management
Business & Strategy
Requirements
  • BS in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or a closely related field is preferred
  • MEP degree is highly preferred
  • 5+ years' of construction project management with experience working on medical clinical, laboratory and research planning projects is preferred
  • Mechanical Engineering background is desirable
  • Firm knowledge and understanding of construction methods, materials and sequences, and architectural/construction drawings and specifications
  • Requires excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as business presentation skills
  • The ability to effectively interface with all levels of management and staff across organizational lines, including other client business units
  • Excellent analytical skills and demonstrated success at building team relationships and partnerships across organizational lines.
Responsibilities
  • Assist in the development and management of the project strategic plans and program initiatives to meet the goals and needs of the owner.
  • Act as Owner’s Advisor with primary responsibility for all phases of project.
  • Manage overall planning, design, and construction process and orchestrate all activities related to design and construction.
  • Guide clients through the complexities of design and construction, with a focus on incorporation of ownership priorities into design, construction logistics and sequencing, as well as design management of the architecture and engineering teams.
  • Coordinate with the Architect, Contractor, and other project team members to meet the project objectives and resolve issues.
  • Lead all elements related to contracts; including negotiating, drafting and executing.
  • Manage overall project budget and schedule. Report to project team and client on a regular basis.
  • Lead proposal review, leveling and analysis and present to the client.
  • Lead selection process for all consultants and vendors, including preparation of RFQ/RFP, researching and comparing firms under consideration, and recommending and negotiating optimum business terms. This also includes team selection within firms.

Cumming Group provides consultancy services focused on project management, cost management, and building consultancy. They work with clients in various sectors, including education, government, residential, and retail, offering tailored solutions to address specific challenges. Their services are designed to ensure successful project outcomes, and they generate revenue through consultancy fees. What sets Cumming Group apart from competitors is their commitment to delivering creative and unbiased solutions, supported by a team of skilled experts. The company's goal is to advance the industry by providing independent solutions that meet the unique needs of each client.

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Headquarters

Seattle, Washington

Founded

1996

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Mergers with RWBID and CLoSE UK enhance project management and public sector capabilities.
  • Expansion in Texas and Florida supports growth in private and institutional sectors.
  • Increased demand for sustainable practices boosts Cumming Group's eco-friendly project management services.

What critics are saying

  • Integration of multiple mergers may lead to operational inefficiencies and cultural clashes.
  • Economic uncertainties in the UK and US could reduce demand for consultancy services.
  • Reliance on key personnel like Brian Nicholson poses risks if they leave the company.

What makes Cumming Group unique

  • Cumming Group offers bespoke services tailored to unique client challenges.
  • The firm operates in both the United States and the United Kingdom.
  • Cumming Group provides creative, unbiased solutions for successful project outcomes.

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Benefits

Professional Development Budget

Flexible Work Hours

Remote Work Options

Company News

Cumming Group
Mar 6th, 2025
RWBID Construction Management Merges with Cumming Group, Strengthening Project Management Portfolio in Southern California

RWBID Construction Management merges with Cumming Group, strengthening project management portfolio in Southern California.

Cumming Group
Oct 23rd, 2024
Cumming Group Merges With CLoSE UK, Expanding Public Sector Portfolio and Government Estate Management Capabilities Throughout the UK

Cumming Group merges with CLoSE UK, expanding public sector portfolio and government estate management capabilities throughout the UK.

Cumming Group
Oct 23rd, 2024
Cumming Group Merges With CLoSE UK, Expanding Public Sector Portfolio and Government Estate Management Capabilities Throughout the UK - Cumming Group

Cumming Group, an international project management and cost consultancy, announced that it has merged with CLoSE UK, a leading quantity surveying advisory firm, bolstering its expertise in the United Kingdom. This strategic move significantly enhances Cumming Group’s capabilities in the public sector and facilities management market.

Cumming Group
Aug 2nd, 2024
Project Management Team Continues Expansion as Specialized Approach Fuels Growth Throughout Texas

Additionally, Cumming Group's Brian Nicholson, founder of Waco-based Intrepid Group, which merged with Cumming Group in 2023, is dedicated to providing client-first management on all private sector assignments in Texas.

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