Job description

This role is open to candidates based in LATAM, Africa, and Eastern Europe. Please note that as this role supports U.S.-based clients, candidates must be available to work during U.S. business hours aligned with the client’s time zone.

Our client is a growing commercial construction company specializing in delivering high-quality mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) solutions for large-scale commercial projects. They partner with developers, general contractors, and project teams to deliver accurate project planning, competitive bids, and cost-effective construction solutions. As the company continues to expand, they are seeking an MEP Estimator to support estimating efforts across a variety of commercial construction projects.

The MEP Estimator will be responsible for preparing accurate take-offs, developing cost estimates, and supporting bid submissions for commercial mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems. The MEP Estimator will review construction drawings, calculate material and labor costs, collaborate with project teams, and utilize estimating software to ensure accurate and competitive proposals. This role is ideal for someone with strong commercial construction estimating experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment.

Fully Remote | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST

• Perform detailed take-offs for commercial MEP systems, primarily plumbing and electrical.

  
  

• Prepare accurate cost estimates for commercial construction projects.

  
  

• Review construction drawings and specifications.

  
  

• Calculate material, labor, and equipment costs.

  
  

• Ensure estimates are accurate and complete.

  
  

• Collaborate with project managers to prepare competitive bids.

  
  

• Identify project risks and incorporate contingencies into estimates.

  
  

• Support timely bid preparation and submission.

  
  

• Assist in evaluating project opportunities.

  
  

• Utilize PlanHub, BuildConnect, Bluebeam, and Stack for estimating and take-offs.

  
  

• Maintain organized project documentation and estimating records.

  
  

• Improve estimating accuracy through effective software utilization.

  
  

• Support standardized estimating workflows.

  
  

• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and contractors.

  
  

• Clarify project scope and estimating requirements.

  
  

• Provide cost breakdowns to support procurement and project planning.

  
  

• Contribute to project feasibility discussions and scheduling recommendations.

  
  

• 2+ years of experience as an MEP Estimator.

  
  

• Experience estimating commercial construction projects.

  
  

• Experience preparing take-offs for plumbing and electrical systems.

  
  

• Experience reviewing construction drawings and specifications.

  
  

• Experience supporting competitive bid preparation.

  
  

• Strong knowledge of commercial plumbing systems.

  
  

• Strong knowledge of commercial electrical systems.

  
  

• Proficiency with PlanHub.

  
  

• Proficiency with BuildConnect.

  
  

• Proficiency with Bluebeam.

  
  

• Proficiency with Stack.

  
  

• Strong estimating and quantity take-off skills.

  
  

• Strong analytical and organizational skills.

  
  

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

  
  

• Ability to manage multiple estimating projects simultaneously.

  
  

• Accurate and timely estimates are consistently delivered.

  
  

• Bid submissions are complete with minimal errors or omissions.

  
  

• Estimating software is utilized effectively to improve workflow efficiency.

  
  

• Strong collaboration with project teams results in accurate project costing.

  
  

• Estimates contribute to competitive and profitable project bids.

  
  

This is an opportunity to play a key role in commercial construction project planning by developing accurate estimates and supporting competitive bid submissions. The MEP Estimator will work alongside experienced project teams while contributing directly to project profitability and the company's continued growth.

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