MEP Estimator

Structure Tone; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Paid time off

Health Insurance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Structure Tone, located in Poughkeepsie, NY, is looking for an MEP Estimator to develop cost estimates for diverse projects. This role involves reviewing plans, soliciting subcontractor bids, and supporting the project team throughout pre-construction.

Ideal candidates will have at least 7 years of relevant experience and a strong electrical focus. A competitive salary range of $150,000 - $200,000+ is offered, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in estimating, construction engineering/project engineering.
• Strong electrical focus preferred.
• Experience with data centers or corporate interiors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review plans and MEP drawings.
• Prepare quantity take-offs on assigned projects.
• Solicit subcontractor bids.
• Perform change-order pricing and site visits.
• Analyze completed projects to compare estimated costs.

Skills

Estimating

Construction engineering

Communication

Detail-oriented

Client interaction

Software programs usage

Education

BS or BA in relevant field

Job description

Job Description

Structure Tone, part of the STO Building Group company, is looking to identify an MEP Estimator to support our Project in Poughkeepsie, NY. The MEP Estimator will develop, create, and prepare MEP cost estimates for a diverse set of projects in the early stages of development, and continue to support the project team with updated cost information throughout the pre‑construction phase.

Responsibilities

• Review plans and MEP drawings.
• Prepare quantity take‑offs on assigned projects.
• Ensure a complete review of plans and drawings.
• Identify items that have been omitted and ensure appropriate accounting in overall estimate package.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships. Solicit subcontractor bids for assigned projects totaling $50 - $150 million per year.
• Obtain 3‑5 bids for each trade and supplier group.
• Review and analyze bids for conformance to project specifications, price, material quality, insurance, wages, and related items.
• Discuss and resolve any questions with subcontractor.
• Follow approved estimating practices.
• Ensure that financial objectives are met.
• Maintain current information on trends in and changes to existing construction codes.
• Utilize appropriate software programs to calculate, record and track estimates.
• Attend client meetings, answer questions and resolve issues regarding pricing and estimates; ensure client satisfaction.
• Perform change‑order pricing, site visits, bid delivery and collaborate with teams on specific bids.
• Determine material and labor requirements and prepare itemized lists. Compute cost factors and prepare estimates used for planning, organizing, and scheduling work; preparing bids; selecting vendors or subcontractors; and determining cost effectiveness.
• Conduct special studies to develop and establish standard hour and related cost data or effect cost reductions. Consult with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues. Obtain support and commitment to the cost estimates.
• Organize and manage a centralized cost estimating database and a formal process to support cost estimating.
• Analyze completed projects to compare estimated costs to actual costs and determine the reason for any discrepancies. Provide improvement recommendations to cost estimating procedures to reduce future discrepancies between estimated and actual costs. Identify cost trends to assist management in cost reduction and process improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• BS or BA required. Preferred areas of study include construction, management, engineering or architecture.
• 7+ years of experience in estimating, construction engineering/project engineering, or related duties in general contractor estimating and purchasing.
• Strong electrical focus preferred.
• Preferred experience with data center, mission critical, corporate interiors.
• Earns and maintains trust by demonstrating honesty, accountability and reliability.

Salary Range: 150,000 – 200,000+

Benefits

[MedicalInsurance] [DentalInsurance] [VisionInsurance] [Health Savings Account] [Healthcare Flexible Spending Account] [Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account] [401(k) retirement plan with employer match] [Life & AD&D Insurance] [Long-term Disability Insurance] [Short-term Disability Insurance] [Critical Illness Insurance] [Accident Insurance] [Hospital Indemnity Insurance] [Home & Auto Insurance] [Family Support] [Pre-tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation] [Paid time off: 2 Weeks for Non-Exempt and Three Weeks for Exempt] [Time Away Benefits] [8 Paid Holidays] [Group Legal] [Employee Stock Purchase Plan] [Identity Theft Protection] [Group Legal] [Pet Insurance] [Employee Assistance Program]

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.