MEP Preconstruction Manager

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. in Las Vegas is seeking an experienced MEP Preconstruction Manager to lead estimating, design/decision assisting, and trade partner procurement for data center projects.

The role emphasizes preparing accurate bid documents, quantity take-offs, and comprehensive proposals while collaborating with design and operations to deliver competitive, well-documented estimates. Ideal candidates will have a related degree, 5+ years in estimating or preconstruction, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in estimating, design management or field management.
• MEP (HVAC/Plumbing) and/or Electrical preconstruction with a contractor.
• Experience on Mission Critical projects (3+ years).
• Strong proficiency with MS Excel, take-off tools, and related software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review and submit bids and estimates in a timely manner.
• Develop complete quantity take-offs to build estimates.
• Assist with execution plans and win strategies.
• Prepare thorough, well-annotated estimates and proposals.
• Solicit and manage subcontractors and vendors during preconstruction.
• Participate in bid reviews, design meetings and client outreach.

Skills

Estimating

Preconstruction

Communication

MS Excel

Take-offs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management

Tools

On-Screen Take-Off

Bluebeam Studio

Accubid

Revizto

WinEst

Job description

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.

POSITION SUMMARY

The MEP Preconstruction Manager has the primary responsibility of estimating, design/decision assisting, and trade partner procurement for data center projects for MEP trade packages.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare, maintain status of and review bid documents, submitting bids and estimates in a timely manner
• Prepare complete, accurate quantity take-offs to build estimates
• Assist with execution plans and win strategies
• Prepare a thorough, detailed and well-annotated estimate
• Prepare a thorough, comprehensive proposal, including bid forms and supporting documentation
• Subcontractor & Vendor solicitation and management during preconstruction process
• Participate in peer bid review and contract review for compliance with bid proposalFollow-up with prior bid projects on a weekly basis and update status at weekly estimating meeting
• Assist project manager if questions arise throughout the project about the estimate
• Cultivate existing client relationships and work with Business Development in building new relationships and targeting opportunities
• Participate in design meetings, OAC meetings and provide Design-Assist or Design Build input.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management, and a minimum of 5 years experience with estimating, design management and/or field management.
• Experience in a Mechanical (HVAC/Plumbing) and/or Electrical Preconstruction capacity with a MEP Contractor or General Contractor. Preference is experience across all MEP trades.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in Mission Critical projects
• In-depth knowledge of construction principles/practices required
• Proven experience estimating mechanical (including plumbing/process) systems and complex electrical and low voltage systems.
• Experience working with MS Excel, On-Screen Take-Off, Bluebeam Studio, Accubid, Revizto, WinEst preferred
• Experience dealing with subcontracts, subcontractors and/or self-perform work
• Self-starter, highly motivated with the ability to build trust and influence others
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with McCarthy core values while maintaining a "value added" approach to preconstruction
• Strong communication skills with ability to communicatewith varied audiences
• Ability to perform mechanical quantity take-off based on OPRs, BODs, SLDs, architectural floor plans (sometimes without mechanical drawings)
• Understand main differentiators among various mechanical and electrical systems and solutions

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.