MEP Estimator

Job Title: MEP Estimator

Location: Livonia, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Job Requirement:

Our ideal candidate will be a collaborative team player who thrives in a dynamic work environment. If you are an individual who is passionate about delivering high-quality projects and possesses the skills and expertise we are looking for, join our team of professionals and help us continue to exceed our clients' expectations.

Must Haves:

• 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 proposal clarifications with owners and subcontractors
• Must be able to multitask and prioritize responsibilities
• A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineer, or Construction Management is preferred
• Candidates must have 7+ years of estimating experience
• Negotiate and issue subcontracts

Position Responsibilities:

• Review proposal specifications, and drawings, attend pre-bid meetings, etc. to determine the 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. This may include estimating/pricing change orders and facilitating the 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.

Benefits and compensation packages, including:

- Free Medical Insurance

- Free Dental Insurance

- Free Life Insurance

- HSA with 50% of Deductible Funded by Client Annually

- 401K with One of the Highest Employer Matches in the Industry

- Cash-in-Lieu of Benefits Available

- Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off