MEP Estimator - Mission Critical

Alston Construction•Tempe, AZ

About The Position

The MEP Estimator supports the general business operations of Alston Construction by coordinating and successfully completing the estimating phase of data center projects. The role’s overall goal is to deliver thorough, accurate, and competitive estimates that help secure profitable projects. The estimator uses professional judgment and discretion to perform daily duties and resolve issues while minimizing company risk. The position prepares cost estimates and scopes of work for MEP systems across design phases, from conceptual design through construction and permit documents. It contributes design assistance and cost information to project feasibility discussions, develops and solicits bid packages, reviews subcontractor proposals, and coordinates the transition of estimates to project management. The estimator also maintains project and subcontractor records and databases, supports schedules and change-order pricing, and builds working relationships with clients, design professionals, and subcontractors.

Requirements

Degree in Construction Management, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Three to five years of experience successfully estimating conceptual and hard-bid construction projects for a general contractor.
Strong understanding of MEP systems and familiarity with site conditions and construction phases.
Design-build experience on relevant project types.
Experience in value engineering.
Valid state-issued driver’s license and vehicle insurance meeting Alston Construction liability coverage requirements, with a satisfactory driving record.
OSHA 10-hour Certification.
First Aid/CPR Certification.

Nice To Haves

Two to three years of experience in specialized MEP estimating would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

Prepare thorough, accurate, and competitive cost estimates through all phases of design, from concept to construction and permit documents.
Prepare cost estimates and scopes of work for MEP systems from conceptual design through completed construction documents.
Identify value-engineered alternatives relating to construction methods, materials, schedules, and design.
Determine proposal specifications and scope of work by reviewing drawings and attending or managing bid and preconstruction meetings.
Analyze and document cost information from historical projects, purchase orders, contracts, and cost reports for future estimates.
Provide design assistance and cost data regarding project feasibility to clients, design professionals, and the project team.
Prepare bid packages and provide leadership and coordination for bid solicitation and RFPs.
Develop scopes of work for subcontractors before and during bid solicitation.
Perform takeoffs of multiple trades to minimize company cost risks.
Analyze subcontractor proposals for cost, scope, and completeness to determine work awards.
Identify and qualify new subcontractors to maintain an adequate pool of qualified, financially sound bidders and expand bid solicitation coverage.
Prepare preliminary project schedules during preconstruction and assist the Superintendent with the contracted schedule before construction.
Organize and lead the transition of the project cost estimate to the Preconstruction/Project Manager.
Assist the Preconstruction/Project Manager with pricing and negotiating owner and subcontractor change orders.
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with prospective and current clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
Advise the Preconstruction Manager, Preconstruction Director, or VP/GM of potential projects with existing or new clients.
Maintain detailed backup records for estimate figures, including assumptions made for conceptual designs.
Update and maintain the subcontractor and design consultant database.
Participate in applicable corporate meetings and forums.
Recommend improvements to business operations, processes, procedures, and best practices to increase client satisfaction, efficiency, and profitability.
Perform other duties as assigned.