MEP Estimator - Albany
Turner Construction Company
Prepare detailed MEP cost estimates and manage preconstruction activities.
9 days ago ago
$99,000 - $148,000
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Albany, NY
Office Full-Time
Company Size
10,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction Management
General Contracting
Project Management
Consulting
Technical Services
Pre‑Construction
Virtual Design & Construction (VDC/BIM)
Sector Specialisms
Commercial
Residential
Healthcare
Sports
Aviation
Transportation
Infrastructure
Industrial
Role
What you would be doing
mep estimating
cost analysis
takeoffs
constructability review
vendor liaison
bid data
- Work together with Operations staff and fellow estimators to ensure General Conditions and General Requirements (GC/GR) items are properly addressed in estimate including, but not limited to, items such as temporary heating/cooling, electrical, power and lighting, including estimating of electrical and natural gas consumption during construction.
- Develop working relationships with local Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, and LV system (MEP) trade partners to build and maintain list of qualified bidders for projects.
- Participate in estimate reviews with Design team and client.
- Evaluatesubcontractor proposals relative to their scope of work; determine scope coverage and manage risk of scope gaps.
- Assist project staff in evaluating large change orders.
- Analyze existing site conditions and contract documents (e.g., plans, specifications) to determine required scope not already indicated.
- May supervise Assistant MEP Estimators, Estimating Assistants and/or Interns.
- Participate in project hand-off to Operations and conduct proper transfer of knowledge from Preconstruction to Operations.
- Develop value analysis to define more cost-efficient alternatives to proposed Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, and LV system systems, materials and equipment.
- Prepare and assemble estimates and proposals for different contract types (e.g., lump sum, GMP, Cost Plus).
- Provide first costs analysis and participate in life cycle analysis with Design team.
- Act as liaison with engineers, design consultants, trade partners, Turner staff, and owner’s representatives to resolve Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, and LV system issues related to project preconstruction efforts.
- Coordinate equipment pricing with SourceBlue for Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, and LV system estimates.
- Gather and analyze Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, and LV system bid data for projects using Turner system breakdown sheets. Maintain historical cost database of data.
- Communicate mechanical and electrical estimate and scopes of work to Turner staff, architects, engineers, and owners.
- Perform constructability analysis of project documents. Communicate design and constructability issues to project team in accordance with project contract.
- Develop working relationships with local material suppliers and equipment vendors to solicit accurate and current pricing of plumbing fixtures, HVAC equipment, piping and sheet metal material, lighting, distribution equipment, low voltage systems, and other material pricing.
- Prepare quantity take-offs, analysis, estimates, and studies for Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, and Low Voltage (LV) system items incorporated in assigned scope from conceptual design through completed construction documents. Preliminary design work may be required to complete conceptual estimates.
- Participate in authoring scope requisitions for bidding/procurement of Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, and LV system systems; coordinate with fellow estimators to eliminate scope gaps and overlaps.
- Utilize quantification and cost estimating tools and/or software in use by local business unit.
What you bring
mechanical
plumbing
electrical
fire protection
low voltage
bachelor’s
- Ability to collaborate with vendors and trade partners and project team members
- Proficient computer skills and Microsoft Office suite of applications, and adopt quickly to new technology
- Professional written and verbal communication skills to deliver presentations with confidence
- Ability to use critical thinking skills for understanding and interpreting contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule to formulate comprehensive cost analysis for Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, and Low Voltage systems
- Supervisory experience desired
- Knowledge of Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, and Low Voltage systems
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related field, and minimum of 3 years of related Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, and Low Voltage System estimating experience or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
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Company
Overview
1902 Founded
Year Founded
The company's legacy began in 1902.
- With a rich legacy, the company has delivered iconic projects such as the Burj Khalifa and New York’s One World Trade Center.
- The company specializes in a wide range of sectors, including commercial, residential, industrial, and infrastructure construction.
- The company has earned a reputation for executing complex, large-scale projects on time and within budget.
- The company’s expertise extends to diverse civil works, including heavy civil projects like bridges, roads, and utilities.
- The company is also known for its innovative approach, integrating advanced construction techniques and sustainability in its projects.
- The company has consistently ranked among the top global contractors.
- Teamwork
- Integrity
- Commitment
- “A promise made is a promise delivered.”
- Safety and Wellness: promote an injury-free environment and the safest workplace possible
- Lean Construction: emphasize collaboration, reliable scheduling and delivering the most value while consuming the fewest resources
- Innovation: foster a culture of continuous improvement and technical expertise
- Environmental Sustainability and Resiliency: conduct business consciously and responsibly to create a healthy, prosperous and sustainable future
- Community and Citizenship: commitment to community and educational outreach as essential corporate citizenship
- Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG): connecting safety, care for others, sustainability, transparency and accountability
Net Zero by 2030
Carbon Neutrality Targets
Achieves Scope 1 and 2 Net Zero for operations by 2030 and supply chain by 2040.
$60B Delivered
Green-Building Projects
Over $60 billion worth of green-building projects completed.
43M Tons Diverted
Construction Waste Reduction
Over 43 million tons of construction waste diverted from landfills.
27% Emissions Cut
Data-Center Pilot Success
Achieved a 27% reduction in emissions through electric temporary heat in data-center pilot.
- LED lighting on sites, bans vehicle idling, electrifies fleet and pilots hybrid/electric construction equipment
- Fleet to be fully electric by 2028
- Using renewable diesel (HVO) across projects to reduce lifecycle carbon, with broader deployment planned in 2025
- Projects like Chico State Behavioral & Social Sciences Building are net‑zero operationally and LEED Gold
- Advanced low‑carbon concrete methods earned NRMCA Concrete Innovation Awards (e.g. SFO Terminal 3 West, Intuit Dome, Massachusetts research facility)
- ESG pillars: sustaining our planet, protecting people, transforming industry
2030 Vision
Workforce Diversity
Aim to reflect the diversity of communities at every level by 2030.
120+ ERGs
Employee Resource Groups
Operate over 120 Employee Resource Groups with thousands of participants.
- Workforce as richly diverse as the communities in which the company operates.
- Inclusion Action Committee set a 2030 vision to reflect community diversity with equitable representation at every level.
- Employee Resource Groups include Women, Pride, Veterans, Parents, Mosaic, Abilities, Young Professionals, and Interfaith.
- Anti-harassment/anti-bias standards enforced across all worksites; engage industry via the Time for Change Consortium.
- Recruitment goal: increase diverse hires at all levels including interns, college recruits, and experienced professionals.
- Ensure equitable access to development opportunities and fair treatment on jobsites.
- Pay equity maintained across gender and race.
- Partnerships with HBCUs include scholarships, grants, mentoring, and professional-development events for diverse students.
- ERGs support professional growth, such as empowering women's visibility and growth.
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