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MEP Estimator

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$110,000 - 140,000 yearly

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Job Description - MEP Estimator

Position Summary: 



This position can be out of one of our offices in Massachusetts; Milford or Holyoke.



We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented MEP Estimator with experience in both commercial building projects. This role involves preparing accurate cost estimates for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems across a diverse portfolio that includes commercial
buildings, higher education, sports facilities, performing arts, and museums. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of MEP systems in both
commercial and public construction environments. 


 


Key Responsibilities: 



  • Review and interpret project drawings, specifications, and technical documents for commercial building projects. 



  • Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates for HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and process piping systems. 



  • Evaluate and incorporate structural and architectural interfaces with MEP systems. 



  • Solicit and analyze subcontractor and vendor quotes to ensure competitive and complete pricing. 



  • Collaborate with design teams, project managers, and field personnel to ensure constructability and cost-efficiency. 



  • Identify and recommend value engineering opportunities and alternative solutions. 



  • Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and design reviews. 



  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of market trends, labor rates, and material costs. 



  • Support the development of bid proposals, budgets, and cost reports. 



  • Develop thorough scopes of work that cover all aspects of a project, and ensures subcontractors comply with the scope produced. 

  • Attend client meetings to discuss estimates, answer questions, and resolve issues regarding pricing and estimates. 


 


Qualifications: 



  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience). 



  • Minimum 5 years of MEP estimating experience in commercial construction. 



  • Strong knowledge of MEP systems, construction methods, and industry standards for both vertical and horizontal projects. 



  • Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., Trimble, Bluebeam, HCSS, Onscreen Takeoff, or similar). 



  • Ability to read and interpret complex construction documents, including process drawings. 



  • Familiarity with local, state, and federal codes and regulations, and EPA standards. 



  • Analytical and numerical proficiency; able to understand the relationship between design decisions and their quantities and costs. 



  • Attention to detail and precision. 


 


Preferred Qualifications: 



  • Experience with design-build, CMAR, and public works projects. 



  • Professional certifications such as ASPE, LEED AP, or PMP. 



  • Working knowledge of BIM and 3D modeling tools for MEP coordination. 


 

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