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Project Specialist-Construction Administration - Fire Protection

MCE
Minneapolis, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 1/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/26/2026
Job Type

Full-time

Description

MCE-Project Specialist-Construction Administration-Fire Protection

About MCE

Michaud Cooley Erickson is a full-service engineering firm providing high quality mechanical, electrical, lighting, fire protection, security, technology systems and energy management solutions for our clients, as well as unprecedented commissioning to facilitate efficient operations. We are a thriving culture with sustainable growth opportunities providing Innovative Engineering with Impactful Experiences.

Job Summary

The role of Project Specialist – Construction Administration-Fire Protection is responsible for leading the construction phase portion of a project. This role works independently under the project manager and engineer of record on routine projects and ensures that projects are installed according to the requirements in design documents.

Responsibilities

  • Represents MCE in a professional manner at construction meetings.
  • Accurately reviews contractor submittals for compliance with construction documents.
  • Produces field observation reports that reflect construction progress and identify deficiencies that do not comply with the construction documents.
  • Coordinates design changes needed with the design team when field conditions require a deviation from the construction documents.
  • Actively mentors less experienced construction administration specialists to advance into new roles within the firm.
  • Promotes, uses, and trains others in using the master tools and standards.
  • On routine projects where MCE is the prime consultant, leads the construction phase meetings and manages the meeting agendas and meeting minutes.
  • Manages an accurate construction change log.
  • Investigates and resolves construction phase issues and responds to RFI’s, including coordinating with the design team when required.

Requirements

You Will Need to Have:

  • Associate or bachelor’s degree in fire alarm, fire protection, mechanical, electrical, construction administration, or similar field of study from an accredited university or college
  • At least 2 years of related building systems industry experience
  • Microsoft Office Suite of products experience

Benefits

Design your career and future with MCE! In return, you will enjoy a wide range of benefits that support your health and wealth, including:

  • Great Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits
  • Employer paid short term/long term disability and life insurance.
  • 401(k) with generous employer match
  • Paid community service day and floating holiday
  • Flexible workplace options-in office and hybrid
  • Monthly parking allowance or bus pass

Salary Range: $72,800 - $107,900 annually.

Individual employee compensation is determined with a wide variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, education, knowledge, skills, geography, and performance. Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.

Sponsorship is not available. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

MCE is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Attention Recruitment Agencies

MCE does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not send resumes to our careers email or to any employees. MCE will not be responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited submissions. Only MCE’s Human Resources Leadership can authorize third-party recruiting agreements. Any agreements made without proper authorization will not be recognized, and we will not be liable for any fees related to them. Thank you for your understanding.

Salary : $72,800 - $107,900

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