MEP Senior Estimator

McGough is a respected partner that brings six generations of experience to high profile, unique and complex construction projects. We take great pride in our people and their extraordinary expertise in planning, development, construction and facility management. McGough employee tenure reflects the commitment and pride we share in our work. Ask anyone who knows us - the caliber of our people sets us apart.

MEP SENIOR ESTIMATOR

The primary role of the Engineered Systems MEP Senior Estimator is to provide estimating support on projects to the project team, from conceptual design to subcontractor project award. Provide estimating support for Business Development activities and Project Pursuits along with central estimating team.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 10 years' applicable experience in construction and estimating experience.
• Highly skilled to communicate with multiple levels across organization.
• Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, organization and time management skills
• Self-starter and motivated with minimal supervision
• Previous experience with Bluebeam or On-Screen takeoff
• Experience utilizing Estimating Tools such as Bluebeam for takeoffs, iTWO Cost X estimating platform, ICAT, or other tools.
  
  

Preferred:

• Professional designations such as CPE, DBIA, CPC, LEED AP, etc.
• Ability to navigate through REVIT and AutoCAD documents.
• Experience with Bluebeam Revu or Revitzo.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.)
  
  

Office and Travel:

• Occasional travel to jobsites is required, an average of 10% travel time is anticipated.
• Hybrid office attendance.
  
  

Responsibilities and Tasks:

• MEP Cost estimates:
• Utilize Estimating Tools to develop a comprehensive MEP cost estimate.
• Collaborate with subcontractors, design teams, and scheduling team to ensure estimates prepared are accurate.
• Assist the A/E and Sub-Contractor to price and evaluate VE and Cost Reduction items.
• Develop and manage MEP bid instructions, bid cards and sub-contractor scope documents to avoid gaps in Sub-Contractor scopes.
• Assist in evaluating subcontractor cost proposals and qualifications.
• Assist in the cost review of substitution requests and change orders when requested by Project Management staff.
• Pursuit and Business Development:
• Assist pursuit team in understanding prospective projects and requirements.
• Assist pursuit team in completing responses to RFQs and RFPs.
• Foster relationships with clients, architects, engineers, consultants and subcontractors
• Participate in company business development activities.
• Other responsibilities:
• Attend and participate in project management and other company meetings
• Attend any training – personal and/or professional development – that is relevant to the position, including human resources management.
• Support and follow standards of work.
• Provide professional and technical mentorship to MEP Estimating team.
• Other responsibilities as assigned
  
  

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements listed here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position involves sitting for extended periods of time at an employee’s workstation and during meetings as well as while traveling, either by plane or car. Employees need to be able to lift 20 pounds as frequently as needed to move objects; dexterity to write and manipulate computer keyboard and mouse; ability to hear and speak clearly; and ability to distinguish between colors on graphs and charts.

Occasionally, employees will be required to visit construction jobsites which may expose the employee to dirt, dust, uneven surfaces, outdoor weather conditions and extreme temperatures.

In alignment with our commitment to pay transparency, the base salary range for this position is $122,000 to $154,000, excluding fringe benefits or potential bonuses. If you join McGough, your final base salary will be determined by several factors, including geography, location, skills, education, and experience. Furthermore, we place significant value on pay equity among our current team members as part of any final job offer.

Please note that the range provided above reflects the hiring range for this role. Hiring near the top end of this range would be atypical, as we aim to allow room for future salary growth. Additionally, McGough offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. This includes insurance coverage for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. We also provide generous retirement plans, voluntary benefit plans, parental leave, substantial paid time off, and holiday pay.