MEP Estimator - Data Center Construction

Gilder Search Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Gilder Search Group is seeking an experienced Data Center Construction MEP Estimator in Chicago, IL to develop accurate electrical estimates for competitive bids. Lead the estimating team, price value-engineered alternatives, and coordinate with clients, design professionals, and operations to ensure cohesive bid packages.

The ideal candidate provides 3–7 years of large electrical project experience, deep knowledge of code requirements, and a proven track record of $10M–$500M bids.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of estimating and preconstruction bid experience of large electrical projects.
• Knowledge and proficiency with Code requirements and basic electrical engineering calculations; Voltage-drop, Ohm's law, conduit-fill, wire ampacity, de-rating, etc.
• Proven experience in driving the successful execution of the bid process for $10 million to $500 million bids
• Electrical Contracting experience a must!
• Will consider union or non-union candidates
• Have and/or build the industry contacts that will contribute to bid success
• Experience interacting with State and local Municipalities a plus
• Solid knowledge of Estimating software - Accubid Anywhere with LiveCount, McCormick, Bluebeam, and a deep understanding of ConEst a plus
• Highly motivated, organized, and detail oriented
• Previous experience in the Military / Military veterans in all branches that have experience with Electrical / Mechanical is a huge plus!
• Relevant experience in Critical Facilities
• Client Facing /Client relationship / Client Management skills a plus
• Computer Savvy - Microsoft - Teams, Outlook, PP, Word, MS Project (scheduling with Activities and resources, etc.), MS Excel (pivot tables, v-lookup, graphing), Adobe, Primavera P6, Bluebeam, Procure
• Solid Communicator - (written and verbal)
• Possess highly refined analytical / problem solving abilities
• Ability to successfully work independently; Self Starter, self-motivated, attention to detail and should prioritize well

Responsibilities

• Develop accurate and timely electrical construction estimates for bids and proposals.
• Determine and price value-engineered alternatives to plans and specs
• Perform budget pricing from schematic drawings and narrative
• Draft scope letters, proposals and vendor solicitations
• Attend job walks and pre-bid meetings with clients and design professionals
• Lead estimating team and assist in training junior staff
• Review estimates for accuracy and completeness
• Interface with clients when needed
• Carry out validation of estimates using high level norms and past data
• Prepare estimates for all phases from deliverables to level of accuracy

Skills

Electrical estimating

Bid management

Client interaction

Detail oriented

Leadership

Tools

Accubid Anywhere

LiveCount

McCormick

Bluebeam

ConEst

Primavera P6

MS Project

MS Excel

Procure

Job description

Data Center Construction MEP Estimator - Chicago, IL

This opportunity is with a leading general contractor of data center construction services. This company provides a complete life cycle of solutions that are custom-fit to the requirements of their client's mission-critical facilities. They build mission-critical facilities for data center facilities nationwide for Enterprise, Colocation and Hyperscale Companies. This opportunity provides a career-growth minded role with exciting projects with leading-edge technology and innovation as well as competitive salaries and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Develop accurate and timely electrical construction estimates on which we base competitive bids and proposals for our client-base of General Contractors, Owners, Developers and end-users
• Determine and price value-engineered alternatives to plans and specifications
• Perform budget pricing from schematic drawings and narrative
• Draft scope letters, proposals and vendor solicitations
• Attend job walks; pre-bid meetings; collaborations and conferences with clients and design professionals
• Follow Best Practices for the Estimating Department
• Development and maintenance of computerized estimating programs and databases
• Follow company standards for estimating electrical design / build and plans and specs work. Compile final bid packages for review by Executive and Project Teams
• Review estimates created by others for accuracy and completeness
• Perform job handoffs from estimating to operations through clearly demonstrating detailed scopes of work, specifications and job specific conditions.
• Follow procedures for the preparation of estimates for modifications and additions
• Prepare of estimates in accordance with the approved procedure for all phases of the works from the agreed engineering deliverables to the appropriate level of accuracy
• Prepare rationale statements to support the estimate identifying areas of weakness and or areas of risk.
• Carry out validation and verification of the estimates using high level norms and by comparing with previous estimates, outcome costs and vendor prices
• Lead estimating team, lead estimating team meetings, and assist when needed in training, developing, of junior staff of estimators qualified to carry out departmental and project needs.
• Review contractual documents and modifications to determine scope of work and scope of changes.
• Assists project management with preparation of schedules for estimate preparation, review, and publication
• Develops forms, formats, and procedures to improve the quality of work produced in the Department
• Interfaces directly with clients when needed

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of estimating and preconstruction bid experience of large electrical projects
• Knowledge and proficiency with Code requirements and basic electrical engineering calculations; Voltage-drop, Ohm's law, conduit-fill, wire ampacity, de-rating, etc.
• Proven experience in driving the successful execution of the bid process for $10 million to $500 million bids
• Electrical Contracting experience a must!
• Will consider union or non-union candidates
• Have and/or build the industry contacts that will contribute to bid success
• Experience interacting with State and local Municipalities a plus
• Solid knowledge of Estimating software - Accubid Anywhere with LiveCount, McCormick, Bluebeam, and a deep understanding of ConEst a plus
• Highly motivated, organized, and detail oriented
• Previous experience in the Military / Military veterans in all branches that have experience with Electrical / Mechanical is a huge plus! (Navy Nukes- EMN, ETN, MMNs, Seabees, Army - Power Generation, Air Force - Power Production, Generator Techs, Maritime, Coast Guard, etc.)
• Relevant experience in Critical Facilities
• Client Facing /Client relationship / Client Management skills a plus
• Computer Savvy - Microsoft - Teams, Outlook, PP, Word, MS Project (scheduling with Activities and resources, etc.), MS Excel (pivot tables, v-lookup, graphing), Adobe, Primavera P6, Bluebeam, Procure
• Solid Communicator - (written and verbal)
• Possess highly refined analytical / problem solving abilities
• Ability to successfully work independently; Self Starter, self-motivated, attention to detail and should prioritize well

Benefits

• Company offers competitive salaries and benefits package including medical insurance, a 401(k) plan

EOE/AA Employer M/F/D/V