MEP Estimator
Company: Leopardo Companies
Location: Hoffman Estates
Posted on: January 26, 2023
Job Description:
Leopardois one of the nations largest and most respected
construction firms, building world-class facilities with
innovative, environmentally-friendly processes. We are considered
best in class by our clients and peers, and the media consistently
ranks us among the top builders in the United States. For more than
four decades,Leopardohas been recognized for consistently
performing at the very top of the industry.Our reputation for
outstanding customer service stems from our mission to passionately
pursue construction excellence. Ourlong-standing commitment to
continuous improvement comes with a healthy obsession withquality.
This approach transforms our operations and customer service,
helping us become the construction provider of choice in all our
specialized markets: healthcare, interiors, retail, cinema,
hospitality, office, industrial, residential and municipal.Leopardo
is looking for a MEP Estimator to join our team! The MEP Estimator
is a great opportunity for a professional knowledgeable in
mechanical, HVAC, electrical and plumbing design to join a growth
oriented environment.Summary: As a member of the estimating team,
the MEP Estimator is responsible for accurately calculating project
MEP costs to ensure profitability by preparing budgets, estimates,
and pre-bid packages during the preconstruction phase.
Responsibilities also include establishing a bidders list,
soliciting and evaluating subcontractor proposals and scopes of
work, preparing quantity surveys, and reviewing project plans and
specifications for constructability and value added design. The MEP
Estimator will work with the Team Leads and report directly to the
Senior Vice President of Estimating.Some supervision of other
estimators, project engineers, or interns may be required.Essential
Duties and Responsibilities:
Collaborate with the project team to
determine and execute the best strategies for winning new projects,
whether competitive or negotiated efforts. Develop MEP Mechanical,
Electrical and Plumbing Systems estimates for projects from
Conceptual stage through final Construction Documents Understand,
review and execute the bid requirements within the established
deadlines for negotiated bid, competitive bid, conceptual,
schematic, design development and Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP)
estimates. Conduct a thorough review and analysis of all bid
documents and the project site. Schedule job site walkthroughs with
key subcontractors/vendors, and clients, as required. Create RFIs
and submit to the architect, owner or client; manage RFI process
and submit to bidding subcontractors/vendors as needed. Communicate
with outside parties such as the design team, subcontractors and
owner as necessary during the preconstruction process. Prepare
detailed conceptual estimates during the initial, schematic and
design development stages of a negotiated project including
creating quantity takeoffs, applying project-specific unit pricing,
production based estimating (when appropriate) value added design
practices, value engineering, cost control etc. including hard
bidding the final documents. Develop quantities, system assemblies
and costs Competitively hard bid, design bid build projects.
Prequalify bidders and, based on scope of work, develop a list of
qualified bidders to ensure the right subcontractor/vendor receives
the Invitation to Bid (ITB) documents, including any addenda(s).
Monitor the bidders list to ensure bid coverage; maintain strategic
and ongoing communication with subcontractors/vendors. Review and
qualify subcontractor/vendor bids. Read and understand MEP
Documents from an overall systems approach Review plans and specs
for constructability comments. Perform constructability analyses,
prepare detailed narrative proposals, and manage project documents
at all stages of preconstruction. Provide cost modeling and value
design input. Analyze cost drivers of projects and develop
strategies to reduce cost. Performs Life Cycle Cost Analysis on
mechanical systems. Partner with marketing, business development
and Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) on client proposal
development. Participate in client presentations and
preconstruction meetings as necessary. Assist project management
with subcontractor awards as required. Review and present budget
and bid package to project team, which may include the design team
and owner. Seek out and qualify new subcontractors/vendors.
Network, cold call, schedule meet-and-greet, and check references
of out of town subcontractors/vendors and new relations within the
current geographic area. Build, strengthen and foster
subcontractor/vendor relationships. Maintain frequent communication
with the subcontractor/vendor communities. Assist in recruitment
efforts as required. Peer-to-peer mentoring and knowledge sharing.
Assist in training and development of the team, project engineers,
and interns. Participate in and nurture broad networks of alliances
with others to exchange knowledge and information in support of
change initiatives. Participate in larger, cross-functional teams
within the main Company divisions (e.g., Total Quality Management).
Take an active role in industry associations, and actively network
and promote LeopardoEducation / Experience Requirements: Minimum 5+
years of estimating or design experience, some field or project
management experience preferred.Must have a thorough understanding
of division of scope, the ability to read drawings and
specifications, perform quantity take off, work scope definition,
computer estimating and scheduling, and presentations.Familiar and
up to date on Building codes , Ventilation codes, Energy codes /
ASHREA , High rise Codes; pricing structure; and market
conditions.Degree in Mechanical engineering preferred or equivalent
combination of education and experience. Consistent track record of
bids won as well as project profitability.Computer proficiency
(Microsoft preferred); AutoCAD/Revit; knowledge of On-Screen
Takeoff or similar software, and knowledge of electronic estimating
software, PlanGrid knowledge a plus.Certifications, Licenses,
Registrations: Valid drivers license is a necessity.Physical
Demands: Representative of those an employee encounters while
performing the essential functions of this job. Work is performed
mostly in office settings. Some outdoor work may be required in the
inspection of various construction sites, land use developments, or
occupied facilities. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate
computers and various pieces of office equipment. While performing
the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to
stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects,
tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is
occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, bend,
crouch or crawl; talk or hear; and smell. The employee is
frequently required to drive. The employee must occasionally lift
and/or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities
required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color
vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to
adjust focus.Work Environment: Representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
This job operates in a controlled indoor environment where the
noise level is usually quiet. This role routinely uses standard
office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing
cabinets and fax machines. The employee is occasionally exposed to
outside weather conditions. Also, on a project site the environment
is occasionally loud.Limitation and Disclaimer: The above job
description is meant to describe the general nature and level of
work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an
exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required
for the position.All job requirements are subject to possible
modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with
disabilities. This job description in no way states or implies that
these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying
this position. Employees will be required to follow any other
job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties
requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State
Laws.Requirements are representative of minimum levels of
knowledge, skills and / or abilities. To perform this job
successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes
to perform each duty proficiently. Employment-at-Will: This
document does not create an employment contract, either express or
implied. All employment is employment-at-will.#LI-Hybrid
Keywords: Leopardo Companies, Hoffman Estates , MEP Estimator, Professions , Hoffman Estates, Illinois
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