MEP Estimator - Electrical

Mortenson Construction; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 106,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled MEP Estimator to join their dynamic team in Denver. This role involves creating detailed project estimates, performing quantity surveys, and coordinating with trade partners to ensure accurate pricing and project delivery. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction operations, a keen eye for detail, and proficiency in various estimating software. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, this company offers a collaborative work environment where your contributions will directly impact project success. Join a team that values your unique perspective and fosters professional growth.

Benefits

Medical and prescription drug plans

Dental plan

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Mental health tool

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Gym Membership Discount Program

Qualifications

• 6+ years of construction operations experience, including materials management.
• Detail orientation to organize multiple project tasks effectively.
• Familiar with building/estimating techniques and software.

Responsibilities

• Create project estimates and perform quantity surveys for MEPT systems.
• Solicit trade partners and prepare vendor proposal comparisons.
• Support lead estimator in data input into estimating software.

Skills

Estimating

Cost modeling

Quantity takeoffs

BIM

Customer service

Mathematical skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Estimating

Civil or Electrical Engineering

Construction Management

Tools

ISqFt

ICE/Bid2Win

On-Screen Takeoff (OST)

Bluebeam/PDF

Google Earth

Job description

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking an MEP Estimator who will be responsible for gathering, calculating, and compiling data in order to produce project estimates; for smaller projects, this position will also prepare the full estimate.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create Project Estimates


• Ability to perform quantity survey for a MEPT system and can size equipment and perform layouts of devices along distribution for focused system (Mechanical/Plumbing or Electrical/Technology).


• Cost modeling, value analysis and target value delivery


• Complete quantity takeoffs and summations of materials


• Ability to identify and coordinate scopes of work outside of MEPT but necessary for the installation of MEPT systems such as supplemental steel and concrete


• Solicit trade partners, obtain bid estimates, and time projections for preparing vendor proposal comparisons and estimate summary sheets


• Help in preparing, organizing, and coordinating Request for Proposal documents and schedules, utilizing schedule information to estimate General Contractor's and other schedule-driven items


• Determine all pricing options and the appropriate price for the project


• Support lead estimator in data input into estimating software program(s)


• Perform archive filing and historical cost data gathering


• Able to use BIM, plans and other project documents to successfully quantify the work


• Participate in plan and estimate review meetings, other project review meetings, and site investigations, as needed


• Support lead estimator in gathering information from local government and private entities that may affect project (i.e. permits, hearings, etc.)


• Help manage Addendum log and documents from customers/clients


• Provide direction to new Estimators and Engineers as they join the team


• Solicit new bidders when needed, and gather necessary documents for inclusion in future projects


• Will provide training to other estimators and interns


• Understands productivity (MCA/SMACNA/NECA) and how to apply it to estimated labor


• Build and maintain relationships with trade partners for focused area

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Estimating, Civil or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent field experience


• Minimum six year's construction operations experience, including exposure to materials management and project operations


• Current driver's license


• Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks


• Applicable mathematical skills


• Familiarity with building/estimating techniques and software: ISqFt, ICE/Bid2Win, On-Screen Takeoff (OST), Bluebeam/PDF, Google Earth


• Proven positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills


• Full knowledge and understanding of one scope (M/P or E/T)


• Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies

A few benefits offered include:

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage


• Dental plan


• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match


• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves


• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance


• No-Cost mental health tool and conciergewith extensive work-life resources


• Tuition reimbursement


• Adoption Assistance


• Gym Membership Discount Program

The base compensation range for this role is the base pay range for this job is $106,600 - $159,900. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL - 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR - 10%, Washington, D.C. - 12.5%).

Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category

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