Employment Type : Full-Time
FSLA : Salary / Exempt
Division : Estimating
Department : Estimating
Reports to : Chief Estimator, M / E / P
Supervisory Duties : Yes
As a Senior M / E / P Estimator, you will be responsible for estimating the most complex and large-scale jobs, including conceptual estimates, negotiated bids, budgets, general conditions, systems studies and comparisons, value engineering, and subcontractor relations for the Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (M / E / P) portion of major projects.
Responsibilities / Essential Functions
- Ensure that the estimating process runs smoothly and efficiently, exceeding client expectations throughout the duration of the project(s).
- Build strong relationships with clients, designers, and subcontractors to understand their needs and expectations.
- Analyze drawings, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare accurate time, cost, and labor estimates.
- Facilitate effective collaboration among team members.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with all stakeholders.
- Participate in business development activities, including presentations and interviews.
- Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and apply unit pricing for materials and labor to develop project values.
- Understand the full project scope through document reviews and by engaging with the design team and owner.
- Prepare value engineering assessments and conduct risk analyses.
- Draft qualifications and assumptions that accompany estimates.
- Reconcile current estimates with prior estimates and prepare cost comparisons.
- Manage the subcontractor solicitation and selection process.
- Prepare Exhibit B and / or scope sheets.
- Ensure quality control across all bids and estimates.
- Develop detailed in-house budgets and Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) proposals.
Key Skills
Strong interpersonal and negotiation skillsHighly developed sense of professional ethicsAbility to work both independently and collaborativelyEffective communicator with strong tact and diplomacyProven ability to improve processes and create operational efficienciesStrong initiative and problem-solving capabilitiesExcellent multi-tasking and self-prioritization abilitiesRequired Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field8+ years of experience in Estimating or equivalent5+ years of experience specifically as a Commercial Construction EstimatorStrong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially ExcelProficient in estimating software (e.g., Timberline or similar)Solid understanding of how market conditions influence pricing