MEP Estimator

Performance Services; Colorado; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Performance Services is looking for an MEP Estimator based in Colorado. The MEP Estimator will calculate project MEP costs, working closely with suppliers and managing subcontractor relationships.

Applicants should have at least five years of related experience, proficiency in electronic estimating software, and strong communication skills. Office functions will primarily take place in the Indianapolis office, but candidates from Colorado are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years related Mechanical/Plumbing/Fire Protection/Electrical/Technology/LV System estimating experience.
• Experience in using electronic takeoff and estimating software.
• Proven written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide constructability analyses and value engineering.
• Develop relationships with local material suppliers and equipment vendors.
• Maintain current subcontractor and material costs in estimating software.

Skills

Mechanical/Plumbing/Fire Protection/Electrical/Technology/LV System estimating

Electronic takeoff and estimating software

Communication skills

Microsoft Office suite

Education

Five years related MEP estimating experience

Job description

Purpose

Founded in 1998, Performance Services (PSI) is a design and construction firm specializing in constructing and renovating education and government facilities utilizing guaranteed energy savings (performance contracts) and the design‑build procurement method. The company is a leading design‑builder for high‑performing learning and working environments, including solar, water, and smart city infrastructure improvements for cities and towns. Headquartered in Indianapolis, the company has regional offices in eleven additional states.

As a member of the estimating team, the MEP Estimator is responsible for accurately calculating project MEP costs by preparing budgets for all Mechanical/Plumbing/Fire Protection/Electrical/Technology/LV System (MEP) items from conceptual design through completed construction documents.

Responsibilities

• Work with the team to provide constructability analyses, value engineering, cost control, scope reviews, etc.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with local material suppliers and equipment vendors to provide current pricing of plumbing fixtures, HVAC equipment, piping & sheet metal material, lighting, distribution equipment, low voltage systems, and miscellaneous material pricing.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with local Mechanical/Plumbing/Fire Protection /Electrical /Technology/LV System (MEP) subcontractors to verify market conditions and labor issues.
• Develop and maintain current subcontractor and material costs within our estimating software.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years related Mechanical/Plumbing/Fire Protection /Electrical /Technology/LV System (MEP) estimating experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.
• Experience in using electronic takeoff and estimating software.
• Proven written and verbal communication abilities, proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule.

Working Conditions

Office functions will primarily be performed at PSI’s business office in Indianapolis, IN.