MEP Estimator (Denver)

Turner Construction•Denver, CO

5d•$93,100 - $175,000•Onsite

About The Position

Turner Construction is a leading commercial construction general contractor with a 120-year history. The Denver office has a significant local presence, shaping the skyline with various projects. Turner is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment. This position is based in a Turner office or project location and is not remote or hybrid. The role involves preparing detailed estimates for Mechanical/Plumbing/Fire Protection/Electrical/Technology/LV System (MEP) trades based on design documents, narratives, and specifications.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related field
Minimum of 3 years of related Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, and Low Voltage System estimating experience or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Knowledge of Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, and Low Voltage systems
Ability to use critical thinking skills for understanding and interpreting contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule to formulate comprehensive cost analysis for MEP systems
Ability to collaborate with vendors and trade partners and project team members
Professional written and verbal communication skills to deliver presentations with confidence
Proficient computer skills and Microsoft Office suite of applications, and adopt quickly to new technology

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience desired

Responsibilities

Communicate mechanical and electrical estimate and scopes of work to Turner staff, architects, engineers, and owners.
Prepare quantity take-offs, analysis, estimates, and studies for MEP system items from conceptual design through completed construction documents. Preliminary design work may be required for conceptual estimates.
Analyze existing site conditions and contract documents to determine required scope.
Develop working relationships with local material suppliers and equipment vendors for accurate pricing.
Develop working relationships with local MEP trade partners to build and maintain a list of qualified bidders.
Perform constructability analysis of project documents and communicate issues.
Provide first costs analysis and participate in life cycle analysis with the Design team.
Work with Operations staff and fellow estimators to ensure General Conditions and General Requirements are properly addressed.
Coordinate equipment pricing with SourceBlue for MEP estimates.
Develop value analysis to define more cost-efficient alternatives for MEP systems, materials, and equipment.
Act as a liaison with engineers, design consultants, trade partners, Turner staff, and owner’s representatives to resolve MEP issues related to preconstruction efforts.
Prepare and assemble estimates and proposals for different contract types.
Participate in estimate reviews with the Design team and client.
Participate in project hand-off to Operations and conduct proper transfer of knowledge.
Participate in authoring scope requisitions for bidding/procurement of MEP systems; coordinate with fellow estimators to eliminate scope gaps and overlaps.
Evaluate subcontractor proposals relative to their scope of work; determine scope coverage and manage risk of scope gaps.
Assist project staff in evaluating large change orders.
Gather and analyze MEP bid data for projects using Turner system breakdown sheets and maintain a historical cost database.
Utilize quantification and cost estimating tools and/or software.
May supervise Assistant MEP Estimators, Estimating Assistants and/or Interns.
Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.