Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing; MEP Estimator
Job in
Calgary, Alberta, T3S, Canada
Listing for:
Clark Builders
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-02-20
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Building Services Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineer, Estimator
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Construction
Electrical Engineering, Estimator
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) Estimator
At Clark Builders, we’re more than a construction company — we’re purpose driven partners committed to building stronger communities. Serving institutional, commercial, and industrial clients across Western and Northern Canada since 1974, we bring a relationship-based approach, deep expertise, and a commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability to everything we do. As part of the Turner Construction family, we offer the personalized culture of a local team with the strength of a global leader.
Learn more about our Purpose and what drives us by visiting our Who We Are page.
Clark Builders is hiring an Intermediate Estimator; this position may be located in Edmonton or Calgary. This role will include the preparation of budget and detailed construction estimates for project based on design documents, narratives, and specifications with focus on Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, and LV system trades. By offering guidance to other members of the estimating team and supporting strong client relationships, the Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) Estimator is an integral member of the Project Team.
Reports to
:
Chief Estimator
Duties & Responsibilities:
Communicate mechanical and/or electrical estimate and scopes of work to Clark Builders staff, architects, engineers, and owners.Preliminary costing and analysis of building systems will be required through SD – DD and through to final tender analysis where it may be required to prepare quantity take-offs, analysis, estimates, and studies for Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, and Low Voltage (LV) system items incorporated in assigned scope from conceptual design through completed construction documents.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 other material pricing.Develop working relationships with local Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, and LV system (MEP) trade partners to build and maintain list of qualified bidders for projects.Perform constructability analysis of project documents. Communicate design and constructability issues to project team in accordance with project contract.Work together with Operations staff and project teams to ensure General Condition items are properly addressed 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 Source Blue for Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, and LV system estimates.Develop value analysis to define more cost-efficient alternatives to proposed Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, and LV system systems, materials and equipment.Act as liaison with engineers, design consultants, trade partners, Clark Builders staff, and owner’s representatives to resolve Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, and LV system issues related to project preconstruction efforts.Prepare and assemble estimates and proposals for different contract types (e.g., D/B; MDB; CM; IPD; P3).Participate in estimate reviews with Design team and client.Participate in project hand-off to Operations and conduct proper transfer of knowledge from Preconstruction to Operations.Participate in authoring scope requisitions for bidding/procurement of Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, and LV system 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 team in evaluating large change orders.Gather and analyze Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology,…
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