Senior M/E/P Estimator
kYbFsYCpZgmrPo853naXHH· Estimating
About this role
Employment Type: Full-Time
FSLA: Salary/Exempt
Division: Estimating
Department: Estimating
Reports to: Chief Estimator, M/E/P
Supervisory Duties: Yes
Salary Range: $190,000 - $230,000
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 skills
- Highly developed sense of professional ethics
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
- Effective communicator with strong tact and diplomacy
- Proven ability to improve processes and create operational efficiencies
- Strong initiative and problem-solving capabilities
- Excellent multi-tasking and self-prioritization abilities
Required Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field
- 8+ years of experience in Estimating or equivalent
- 5+ years of experience specifically as a Commercial Construction Estimator
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
- Proficient in estimating software (e.g., Timberline or similar)
- Solid understanding of how market conditions influence pricing
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Senior M/E/P Estimator
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