Senior MEP Estimator — Cost & Value Leader

DVJ Consulting Engineers; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

DVJ Consulting Engineers seeks a senior estimator specialized in Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) to report to the PMO Program Controls Manager and Lead Estimator. The role involves preparing cost estimates for buildings from drawings and specs and evaluating vendor estimates for accuracy.

Responsibilities include site visits for data gathering, material takeoffs for MEP systems, and collaborating with project teams to identify cost-saving opportunities and ensure uniform estimates

Qualifications

• Ten or more years of cost estimating experience for types I-III and V buildings per code.
• 5–7 years of MEP estimating experience required.
• Expert in cost estimating theory, pricing, and contracts.
• Experience with Design Build, Design Bid Build, and JOC forms.

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction cost estimates from drawings, outlines and specs.
• Evaluate consultant estimates for accuracy and containment.
• Conduct site visits to gather data for estimates.
• Perform material takeoffs for MEP systems (mechanical, electrical, plumbing).
• Review quotes, bids, change orders and value engineering for accuracy.
• Collaborate with PMs, engineers and architects to identify cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Cost estimation

MEP estimating

Excel proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

BS/BA Degree in Engineering/Architecture/Construction Management

Tools

RS Means

Accubid

Trimble MEP

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

DVJ Consulting Engineers seeks a senior estimator specialized in Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) to report to the PMO Program Controls Manager and Lead Estimator. The role involves preparing cost estimates for buildings from drawings and specs and evaluating vendor estimates for accuracy.

Responsibilities include site visits for data gathering, material takeoffs for MEP systems, and collaborating with project teams to identify cost-saving opportunities and ensure uniform estimates