Mechanical Estimator

1 month ago


Minneapolis, United States Turner & Townsend Full time

Company Description

From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational programs covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.

With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. Working from 113 offices in 46 countries, we make the difference to projects across the , and sectors worldwide.

Our team is dynamic, innovative and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.

Job Description

Turner & Townsend  is seeking an experienced  Mechanical Estimator  to manage an impressive portfolio of exciting, large-scale mission critical, commercial real estate and infrastructure projects for key clients.

Responsibilities:

Provide estimate and cost planning to include producing and presenting the final cost plan. Ability to estimate at conceptual, programming and detailed level. Assist on feasibility studies and writing procurement reports. Perform all aspects of procurement, including managing the pre-qualification stage, produce bid list, bid analysis, produce bid report, and compile contractual documents. Participate effectively with post contract cost variances and the change control processes, where applicable refer major changes to line manager. Manage cost checks and carry out valuations on larger projects, and ensure timely and accurate cost checking, and valuation process. Produce monthly post contract cost reports and present to client. Provide input into value engineering; negotiate and approve final accounts. Maintain liaison with client and other consultants at all projects stages. Provide leadership to cost management team when necessary, ensure the delivery on all of accountabilities. Identify opportunities to develop new business with existing clients and report such opportunities to appropriate line manager, and utilize marketing database. Identify improvements for cost management procedures, templates, and products, and refer ideas to appropriate line manager.

Qualifications

Good technical experience in all cost management areas; pre-contract, post contract and final account Demonstrate solid presentation, verbal, written, and communication skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office, AutoCad Navisworks, and/or other related computer software. Good organization skills, ability to multi-task, and be a team player. Good knowledge of all methods of construction procurement. Experience with advising clients on value management, value engineering, and life cycle costing. Experience with key aspects of business development. Good knowledge and experience gained within several industry sectors.

Education/Experience:

Experience preparing mechanical cost estimates for complex construction projects. Experience managing mechanical or MEP estimates on large-scale data center, high-tech, manufacturing, commercial real estate or relatable construction projects is advantageous. Good understanding of all mechanical as they relate to construction of projects. Understanding of mechanical and plumbing systems.

Additional Information

*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. 

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

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