Senior MEP Estimator

Suffolk Construction; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 246,000; Full time

Job summary

Suffolk Construction in Boston is seeking a Senior MEP Estimator to manage the most complex electrical estimates, from pre-construction through GMP and lump-sum bids. The role demands rigorous cost analysis, coordination with design teams, and leadership in estimating for large-scale projects.

You will develop detailed takeoffs, apply multiple pricing methods, and ensure accuracy across all estimate phases while staying current with industry practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead the estimate lifecycle for electrical projects from concept to lump-sum bids.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs by reviewing drawings, specifications, models, narratives, equipment data, and owner standards; quantify labor, material, equipment, supplier, subcontractor, testing, and indirect requirements.
• Develop estimates using multiple pricing methods including detailed takeoffs, unit rates, standard assemblies, historical benchmarks, supplier quotations, and factored models appropriate to the level of design.
• Establish the estimate basis with assumptions, clarifications, alternates, allowances, contingencies, escalation, location factors, schedule premiums, logistics impacts, and procurement considerations.
• Reconcile progressive estimates by comparing estimate versions, explaining design and market variances, reviewing estimated-versus-actual performance, and recommending updates to cost models.
• Communicate the estimate through narratives, executive summaries, system comparisons, and owner/designer presentations; respond to questions with clear supporting data.

Job description

Senior MEP Estimator

Job Location : Location

US-MA-Boston

Type: Regular Full-Time

Category/Department: Estimating

Salary Range: $175,000.00 - 246,000.00

Salary Frequency: Annually

Overview

The Senior MEP Estimator is responsible for all aspects of estimating the most complex and large-scale jobs, including pre-construction, hard bids, negotiated bids, budgets, general conditions, systems studies and comparisons, value engineering, subcontractor relations and staying abreast of industry developments applicable to estimating.

Suffolk is seeking people who are bold. Curious. Innovative. Caring. Looking for the career opportunity of a lifetime. We'll challenge and inspire you to be your very best. We'll embrace what makes you unique and lift you up as you take chances. Here, you'll find a place where you can act with purpose and integrity, bringing intelligence and grit to every aspect of your job. Join us for the chance to achieve your ambitions and build your legacy.

Responsibilities

Estimate Development and Cost Planning

• Lead the estimate lifecycle. Prepare electrical estimates for conceptual, schematic, design-development, construction-document, GMP, negotiated, design-build, and lump-sum bid phases.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs. Review drawings, specifications, models, narratives, equipment data, and owner standards; quantify labor, material, equipment, supplier, subcontractor, testing, and indirect requirements.
• Use multiple pricing methods. Develop estimates from detailed takeoff, unit rates, standard assemblies, historical benchmarks, supplier quotations, and factored models appropriate to the level of design.
• Establish the estimate basis. Prepare assumptions, clarifications, alternates, allowances, contingencies, escalation, location factors, schedule premiums, logistics impacts, and procurement considerations.
• Reconcile progressive estimates. Compare estimate versions, explain design and market variances, review estimated-versus-actual performance, and recommend corrective updates to cost models.
• Communicate the estimate. Prepare narratives, executive summaries, system comparisons, and presentations for owners, designers, leadership, and project teams; respond to questions with clear supporting data.