Senior MEP Estimator (Omaha)

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Position Description: Prepare detailed estimates for the project based on the design documents, narratives, and specifications, focusing on the Mechanical/Plumbing/Fire Protection/Electrical/Technology/LV System (MEP) trades.

Reports to: Preconstruction Manager / MEP Manager

Essential Duties & Responsibilities*:

Specifically relating to the mechanical and electrical systems:

• Lead mechanical and electrical estimating responsibility for complex projects such as Mission Critical, Market Segment, and Government jobs with MEP package contract value of $25M+.
• Communicate estimate and scopes of work to stakeholders (e.g., Turner staff, architects, engineers, and owners).
• Prepare quantity take-offs, analysis, estimates, and studies for Mechanical, Plumbing. Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, Low Voltage system items incorporated in assigned scope from conceptual design through completed construction documents. Preliminary design work may be required to complete conceptual estimates.
• Analyze existing site conditions and contract documents (e.g., plans, specifications) to determine required scope not already indicated.
• Develop working relationships with local material suppliers and equipment vendors to solicit accurate and current pricing of plumbing fixtures, HVAC equipment, piping and sheet metal material, lighting, distribution equipment, low voltage systems, and miscellaneous material pricing.
• Develop working relationships with local Mechanical, Plumbing. Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, Low Voltage system trade partners to maintain active list of qualified bidders for projects.
• Conduct constructability analysis of project documents. Communicate design and constructability issues to project team and stakeholders in accordance with project contract.
• Provide first costs analysis and participate in life cycle analysis with Design team.
• Participate in decision making process with Operations and Procurement to determe MEP trade partners to utilize on project pursuits.
• Lead company-wide or regional MEP strategic initiatives and/or special projects.
• Contribute subject matter expertise of Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, and Low Voltage system for project pursuits.
• Participate in developing and implementing MEP training.
• Lead integration of MEP Operations staff during MEP PreConstruction process and serve as resource to guide and consult with staff through to construction.
• Work together with Operations staff and fellow Estimators to properly address general conditions and general requirements items in estimate including, but not limited to, items such as temporary heating/cooling, electrical, power and lighting, including estimating of electrical and natural gas consumption during construction.
• Coordinate equipment pricing with SourceBlue for Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, and Low Voltage (MEP) systems estimates.
• Conduct value analysis by defining more cost-efficient alternatives to proposed Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, and Low Voltage (MEP) systems, materials and equipment.
• Serve as liaison with Engineers, Design consultants, Trade partners, other Turner staff, and owner’s representatives to resolve Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, and Low Voltage (MEP) system issues related to project preconstruction efforts.
• Prepare and assemble estimates and proposals for different contract types (e.g., lump sum, GMP, Cost Plus).
• Participate in estimate reviews with Design team and client.
• Participate in project hand-off to Operations to ensure proper transfer of knowledge from Preconstruction to Operations.

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Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related field, and minimum of 8 years of related Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, Low Voltage system (MEP) estimating experience or equivalent combination of education, training, or experience
• Extensive knowledge of related Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, Low Voltage systems
• Formulate advanced scenarios to address known and unknown scope relative to comprehensive cost analysis for related Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, Low Voltage systems, based on contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule
• Leverage relationships with vendors, trade partners, and project team members to elevate client service
• Excellent project management skills with ability to multitask and prioritize competing demands in deadline-driven environment
• Professional written and verbal communication skills to deliver presentations with confidence
• Proficient computer skills and Microsoft Office suite of applications
• Supervisory experience desired, able to delegate, coordinate work of others, monitor performance, and deliver feedback

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands, talk, and hear. The employee frequently views a computer monitor and frequently uses a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is regularly required to be mobile, and the employee occasionally travels both short and long distances via a variety of conveyances. The employee occasionally performs work on-site at construction work sites, office locations, and/or off-site venues. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office or remote setting. The noise in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in an office setting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally work at construction work sites where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock. The noise in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is required to work in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

*May perform other duties as assigned. Where applicable, all activities will include disabled and veterans’ organizations.

Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer – race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.