MEP Estimator: Build Precise Budgets & Bid Packages

Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking a qualified MEP Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive estimates for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems on commercial and industrial projects. You will review drawings and specs, perform quantity takeoffs, solicit subcontractor pricing, and develop comprehensive bid packages.

The role requires strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with proficiency in Excel and estimating software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Building Systems, or a related field preferred; equivalent MEP estimating or construction experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Review MEP/FP drawings, specifications, bid documents, and addenda to determine project scope and requirements.
• Prepare detailed estimates for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, controls, and related building systems.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and develop labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor cost estimates.
• Solicit pricing from qualified MEP subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors.
• Review and level subcontractor proposals to confirm scope coverage, identify exclusions, and evaluate pricing.
• Develop and maintain MEP bid tabs and scope comparisons.
• Identify scope gaps, overlaps, constructability concerns, and potential coordination issues between trades.
• Prepare subcontractor scopes of work and Exhibit B documentation as required.
• Evaluate alternate systems, value-engineering opportunities, and cost-saving options.
• Review equipment requirements and identify long-lead or specialty items that may impact cost or schedule.
• Coordinate with the estimating and preconstruction teams to incorporate MEP pricing into overall project estimates.
• Participate in subcontractor interviews, scope reviews, and pre-award meetings.
• Assist with estimating project changes and MEP-related change-order pricing when needed.
• Maintain current subcontractor and vendor relationships and assist with expanding the company's MEP bidding network.
• Support project turnover by clearly communicating estimate assumptions, scope, pricing, and subcontractor information to the project management team.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Building Systems

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Estimating software

Job description

Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking a qualified MEP Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive estimates for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems on commercial and industrial projects. You will review drawings and specs, perform quantity takeoffs, solicit subcontractor pricing, and develop comprehensive bid packages.

The role requires strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with proficiency in Excel and estimating software.