MEP Estimator

Estimating and Preconstruction

Livonia, MI

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• Full-Time / Regular

Be part of a team that gets it done when others can’t. Aristeo is looking for an MEP Estimator to take a leadership role in hard bids and negotiated proposals for projects in the manufacturing, industrial, and power & energy sectors.

Collaborate with in-house experts and clients to continuously add value and set complex projects up for success

Summary :

Our MEP Estimators will be responsible for developing competitive proposals and budgets for existing and new customers in automotive, energy and commercial markets.

Position Responsibilities :

• Review proposal specifications, drawings, attend pre-bid meetings, etc. to determine scope of work and required contents of the estimate
• Prepare detailed MEP scopes of work and backup documentation for review
• Solicit project-specific proposals from subcontractors and suppliers and evaluate them for completeness and competitiveness
• Develop options and recommend best value solution based on cost, engineering, quality or availability of materials
• Establish and maintain positive relationships and ethical practices with owners, consultants, engineers, subcontractors and suppliers
• Assist Operations with awarded contracts and projects as required. May included estimating / pricing change orders and facilitating resolution of any contractual issues
• Track and assist operations with awarded contracts and projects as required may include estimating / pricing extra work items, change orders, credit, procuring materials, etc.
• Work with the Proposal Coordinator to develop complete professional proposals, including all required information (schedules, project narratives, organizational charts, etc.)
• Develop complete conceptual proposals to support business development and client maintenance
• Negotiate and issue subcontracts

Required Skills

• Candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Project or other scheduling related systems and have experience working with On Screen Takeoff and / or MC2 type software is preferred
• Candidates must have a strong understanding of conceptual estimating, estimating techniques, and cost control
• Ability to prepare proposals with minimum supervision
• Must be comfortable working in teams
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Candidates should be able to clearly articulate bid inclusions, exclusions, and proposals clarifications with owners and subcontractors
• Must be able to multitask and prioritize responsibilities

Required Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineer, or Construction Management is preferred
• Candidates must have 7+ years estimating experience

About Aristeo :

Aristeo has been in the construction business for + years and, thanks to our in-house expertise, we are a step ahead in offering superior, collaborative construction solutions to our customers on projects across the nation.

Our work is supported by our leading quality and safety standards, efficient project planning, execution of best practices, and also by our roots as a self performer today our + in-house skilled trades workforce executes more than 1 million manhours annually across multiple trade disciplines.

We are proud to be a top general contractor in automotive but our work also varies across industries. We help our customers build new facilities from the ground up, expand their current capabilities, and quickly turn around challenging, complex projects with business critical schedules.

Why Choose Aristeo :

As an Estimator / Lead Estimator you’ll use your analytical and problem-solving skills to plan and estimate work based on preliminary concepts, helping shape some of our customers’ most critical projects.

As a trusted member of the Aristeo team, you’ll have the autonomy to apply your construction know-how on complex projects, and be backed by the support of our responsive and collaborative team.

Beyond our drive to work hard, Aristeo is also proud of our culture of comradery and our team of people who make every day rewarding.

Aristeo has been voted by our own employees as one of Metro Detroit’s and the Nation’s Best & Brightest Places to Work for nine years in a row.

These awards showcase the best of Aristeo : the people who care for and look after each other both personally and professionally.

Aristeo also takes care of its team with the best benefits and compensation packages, including :

• Free Medical Insurance
• Free Dental Insurance
• Free Life Insurance
• HSA with % of Deductible Funded by Aristeo Annually
• K with One of the Highest Employer Matches in the Industry
• Cash-in-Lieu of Benefits Available
• Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off

If you want work that challenges you and a team that supports you, then apply today!

Candidate must be willing to travel periodically to look at jobsites.

Aristeo is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Aristeo welcomes a diverse workforce and is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees are encouraged, supported, and valued.

Candidates must be currently eligible to work in the without further visa sponsorship.

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