Senior MEP Estimator — Commercial Construction (Union)

Jobot; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Full Benefits

Union Role and career stability

401k Match

PTO

Sick Pay

Bonus Potential

Job summary

Jobot, a New York union-focused contractor, is seeking a seasoned Estimator for commercial projects covering electrical, mechanical, MEP, and plumbing. The role emphasizes preparing detailed cost estimates across these disciplines.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in commercial construction estimating, proficiency with cost databases, and the ability to coordinate with architects, engineers, clients, and subcontractors to ensure competitive bids and accurate budgets.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial construction estimating.
• Experience estimating commercial, industrial, electrical, mechanical, MEP, and plumbing projects.
• Union experience is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, materials, equipment, and project management.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates by analyzing plans and specs and taking-off quantities for commercial, industrial, electrical, mechanical, MEP and plumbing projects.
• Evaluate and negotiate contract terms with the PM and legal team.
• Conduct risk analyses for each project.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, clients, contractors, and subcontractors on cost estimates.
• Maintain updated project cost databases including labor, materials, equipment, and time.
• Submit budget estimates, progress and cost tracking reports.
• Develop relationships with suppliers and contractors for competitive pricing.
• Attend site visits and proposal meetings to aid in estimates.
• Review project status to identify issues and coordinate changes with the PM team.

Skills

Estimating

Contract negotiation

Blueprint reading

Budgeting

Communication

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Union experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Tools

Estimating software

Project management software

Financial analysis software

Job description

Jobot, a New York union-focused contractor, is seeking a seasoned Estimator for commercial projects covering electrical, mechanical, MEP, and plumbing. The role emphasizes preparing detailed cost estimates across these disciplines.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in commercial construction estimating, proficiency with cost databases, and the ability to coordinate with architects, engineers, clients, and subcontractors to ensure competitive bids and accurate budgets.