Overview In this role you drive MEP preconstruction estimating for vertical projects, partnering with design and trade teams to shape win strategies. You will lead quantity take-offs, bid development, and subcontractor coordination, aligning with the firm's preconstruction goals. You'll engage with clients and design meetings to influence design-build decisions, delivering thorough estimates and compelling proposals. A relocation package supports candidates outside McCarthy office areas, reflecting the company's growth mindset and collaborative culture.
Compensation / Benefits- relocation package
- equal opportunity employer
- disability and veteran status acknowledgement
Responsibilities- Prepare, maintain and review bid documents; submit estimates on time
- Produce accurate quantity take-offs to build estimates
- Support execution plans and win strategies
- Create thorough, well-annotated estimates and comprehensive proposals
- Solicit and manage subcontractors and vendors during preconstruction
- Participate in peer bid and contract reviews for compliance
- Update bid status weekly at estimating meetings
- Assist project managers with clarification on the estimate
- Cultivate client relationships and assist Business Development in new opportunities
- Join design meetings and provide input for Design-Assist/Design-Build
Key requirements- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management or minimum 5 years in estimating/design management/field management
- Experience in Mechanical (HVAC/Plumbing) and/or Electrical preconstruction with a MEP or GC
- In-depth knowledge of construction principles/practices
- Proven experience estimating mechanical systems and complex electrical/low voltage systems
- Experience with MS Excel, On-Screen Take-Off, Bluebeam Studio, Accubid, Revizto, WinEst (preferred)
- Experience handling subcontracts and subcontractors or self-perform work
- Self-starter with ability to build trust and influence others
- Strong communication skills across varied audiences
- Ability to perform mechanical quantity take-offs from OPRs, BODs, SLDs and architectural plans
- Understand differentiators among MEP systems and solutions
- Self-motivation
- Strong communication
- Relationship-building
- MS Excel
- On-Screen Take-Off
- Bluebeam Studio
