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Senior MEP Estimator
Gilbane Building
Leading provider of construction management and real estate development services.
Lead estimator for large, complex projects, supervising a team of estimators and coordinating with design teams and subcontractors for MEP systems estimation.
22d ago
$180,000
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
New York, NY
Office Full-Time
Company Size
3,200 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
General Contractor
Sector Specialisms
Commercial Office
Multi-unit Residential
High Rise Residential
Cultural
Education
Healthcare
Public Sector
Mission Critical
Role
What you would be doing
lead time determination
bid recommendations
estimate substantiation
contingency allowance
cost determination
problem solving
Determines lead times for equipment and materials; communicates with the entire project team to capture the information within the project schedule
Attends scope review meetings as required to assist the operations and purchasing teams in the preparation of bid recommendations
Substantiates all aspects of final estimates
Champion Innovation - Identify opportunities for new and improved ways of doing things that result in value added, unique and differentiated solutions.
May be required to assist with tasks typically assigned to more junior positions
Develops and recommends appropriate contingency and allowance values with each estimating deliverable
Tracks and reports on current material and labor prices, including escalation
Coordinates the development of the Site Services general costs with the operations team, Senior Estimating Manager, and preconstruction lead to align with contract requirements and trade costs
Develops meaningful Value Management contributions to reduce price and increase value
Reviews and understands all project plans, requirements, and specifications
Develops accurate cost models within Gilbane’s costing software
Connects with clients, ensuring customer satisfaction
Determines labor and equipment costs
Solve Problems - Identify, prioritize and implement alternatives for a solution.
Develops self by training under Senior Estimating Manager/Estimating Manager for conceptual cost estimates and budgets on limited information while providing adequate written clarifications of the costing assumptions
Leads the estimating deliverable for an entire project coordinated with the Senior Estimating Manager, preconstruction lead, operations team, and Business Development (BD) staff (projects ranging in size and complexity as assigned by Senior Estimating Manager)
Act Inclusively - Ensure that actions and behaviors are respectful; show empathy and treat others with dignity. Leverage capabilities and insights of individuals with diverse perspectives, abilities and motivation.
Reviews and understands all bid documents while assessing project risks
Coaches and mentors a team of estimators to develop large, multi-disciplinary estimates
Engages and participates in external communication including interviews and presentation of estimating deliverables
Identifies escalation factors in marketplace for specific materials and labor rates
Collaborates with the Owner and design team to reconcile cost estimates
Assists the operations team in the development of bid packages; assists in the analysis of competitive subcontract and supplier bids
Develops sound conceptual pricing assumptions with sound documentation for the basis of the estimate
Coaches and mentors less experienced team members
What you bring
mep estimation
bachelor’s degree
team coordination
presentation skills
project logistics
software tools
Experience in Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems estimation, including coordination with design teams and subcontractors, is preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management
Ability to present estimating deliverables (internally and externally) and participates in interviews during the pursuit phase
Demonstrate Agility/ Adaptability - Maintain effectiveness and adjust to change by exploring the rationale, trying new approaches, and collaborating with others to make the change successful. Create an atmosphere of open-mindedness to change.
Understands project logistics and project schedule for complete alignment with the estimate and estimating deliverable
Communicate Effectively - Listen to understand and clearly convey information in all forms based on the audience to ensure shared meaning of the message
Extensive knowledge of On-Screen Take-off, Destini, and Site work software tools for take-offs
Ability to maintain healthy working relationships with industry partners (Owners, designers, subcontractors, etc.) for the development of estimating deliverables
5-10+ years relevant experience
Ability to estimate within multiple delivery methods
Ability to estimate multiple facility types such as residential high rise, healthcare, interiors and institutional
Or equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability to conceptually estimate projects with limited information
Ability to lead the estimating process and deliverable for projects throughout the design phase
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