MEP Estimator

Reporting to the Vice President of Preconstruction Services, the MEP Estimator will assist in the preparation and tracking of activities on complex, highly technical construction projects. This position requires a meticulous attention to detail, excellent time management, follow-up and organization skills; a commitment to process and procedure; and the ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks, while balancing and managing multiple deadlines. 

  QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS: 

• BA/BS Construction Management, Engineering or similar curriculum and 5-8 years of construction estimating experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Experience in MEP, and in estimating elements of the MEP trades including:
  • Plumbing;
  • Fire protection;
  • HVAC;
  • Electrical;
  • Tel/Data and low voltage systems; and
  • Site utilities and distribution.
• 5-8 years demonstrated experience in construction estimating;
• Experience estimating fire protection;
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing and to work with multi stakeholders;
• Proficiency with standard industry software;
• Ability to read and take-off the following systems: fire protection, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, telecommunication, BMS, security and fire alarm;
• Strong analytical, organizational and multi-tasking abilities are required in order to find solutions to various issues. Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is encouraged; 
• Able to work in a highly diverse and inclusive environment; and
• In possession of valid driver’s license, in good standing.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Develops proficiency in the use of the Company estimating systems and processes;
• Recognizes, understands and applies estimating terminology, measures, concepts and principles for compiling all types of estimates;
• Recognizes how various processes/project actions and assumptions may impact the estimate and quantifies the impact;
• Assists in analyzing and using estimates to predict key project issues;
• Prepares and/or coordinates preparation of full project estimates. Provides complete conceptual and final estimating input;
• Understands construction means, methods, and sequences-singe discipline;
• Responsible for performing all aspects of estimating;
• Assists in the preparation of the Estimate Plan;
• Conducts work requiring independent evaluation, selection, adaptation and modification of standard estimating techniques, procedures, and criteria;
• Develops wage rate build-up;
• Reads and interprets drawings, specifications, Requests for Proposals and contracts;
• Develops detailed material take-offs for procurement of bulk materials;
• Develops cash flow schedules and estimates;
• Prepares scope and bid package breakdowns for subcontract and vendor quotes;
• Prepares subcontract bid analysis for scope, cost, and price;
• Familiar with estimating all elements of the MEP trades including:
  • Plumbing;
  • Fire protection;
  • HVAC;
  • Electrical;
  • Tel/Data and low voltage systems; and
  • Site utilities and distribution.