
Mechanical Estimator - PANJ Region 2025
Turner Construction Company
The Role
Overview
Prepare detailed mechanical, plumbing, and fire‑protection cost estimates for construction projects.
Key Responsibilities
- cost estimating
- bid analysis
- quantity takeoff
- value analysis
- constructability review
- stakeholder liaison
Tasks
-Evaluate subcontractor proposals relative to their scope of work; determine scope coverage and manage risk of scope gaps. -Analyze existing site conditions and contract documents (e.g., plans, specifications ) to determine required scope not already indicated. -Participate in estimate reviews with Design team and client. -Gather and analyze Mechanical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection bid data for projects using Turner system breakdown sheets. Maintain historical cost database of data. -Participate in project hand-off and conduct proper transfer of knowledge from Preconstruction to Operations. -Develop working relationships with local Mechanical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection trade partners to build and maintain list of qualified bidders for projects. -Communicate mechanical estimate and scopes of work to Turner staff, architects, engineers, and owners. -Coordinate equipment pricing with SourceBlue for Mechanical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection estimates. -Provide first costs analysis and participate in life cycle analysis with Design team. -Utilize quantification and cost estimating tools and/or software in use by local business unit. -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, and other material pricing. -Assist project staff in evaluating large change orders. -Prepare quantity take-offs, analysis, estimates, and studies for Mechanical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection items incorporated in scope from conceptual design through completed construction documents. Preliminary design work may be required to complete conceptual estimates. -Develop value analysis to define more cost-efficient alternatives to the proposed Mechanical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection systems, materials and equipment. -May supervise Assistant MEP Estimators, Estimating Assistants, and/or Interns. -Participate in authoring scope requisitions for bidding and/or procurement of Mechanical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection systems; coordinate with fellow estimators to eliminate scope gaps and overlaps. -Perform constructability analysis of project documents. Communicate design and constructability issues to project team per project contract. -Serve as liaison with engineers, design consultants, trade partners, Turner staff, and owner’s representatives to resolve Mechanical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection issues related to the project preconstruction efforts. -Properly address General Conditions and General Requirements (GC/GR) items in estimate including, but not limited to, items such as temporary heating/cooling, including estimating of natural gas consumption during construction. -Prepare estimates and proposals for various contract types including lump sum, GMP, and Cost Plus.
Requirements
- mechanical
- plumbing
- fireprotection
- bachelor's
- estimating
- microsoft office
What You Bring
-Supervisory experience desired Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands, talk, and hear. The employee frequently views a computer monitor and frequently uses a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is regularly required to be mobile, and the employee occasionally travels both short and long distances via a variety of conveyances. The employee occasionally performs work on-site at construction work sites, office locations, and/or off-site venues. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. -Knowledge of Mechanical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection systems -Bachelor’s Degree from accredited degree program in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related field and minimum of 3 years related Mechanical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection estimating experience, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience -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, and Fire Protection systems -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
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The Company
About Turner Construction Company
-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.
Sector Specialisms
Commercial
Residential
Healthcare
Sports
Aviation
Transportation
Infrastructure
Industrial
Data Centers
Advanced Technology
Education
Government
Mixed-Use Developments
Stadiums
Seismic Reinforcement
Renovation
Demolition
Prefabrication
Offsite Manufacturing
Modular Construction
Concrete Operations
