Estimating Manager - Mechanical, Mission Critical

Role Summary

The Estimating Manager will review and execute bids on multiple and/or more complex projects. This position will be responsible for all aspects of the estimating and bid process, from review of plans and specifications to soliciting and negotiating prices from contractors and suppliers with specific focus on Mechanical and Plumbing scopes. All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of JE Dunn.

• Perform quantity survey of mechanical and plumbing materials shown on project plans.
• Read and outline project specifications.
• Maintain an audit trail of the quantity survey from estimate to estimate.
• Support vendor/subcontractor pricing/bid solicitation and coordination.
• Support the distribution of plans and specifications to vendors/subcontractors.
• Work collaboratively and create relationships with a variety of stakeholders, such as project team members, subcontractors, vendors and clients.
• Gain field operational exposure through onsite project support, as opportunities exist.

• Prepare complex Mechanical and Plumbing cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals for multiple projects.
• Prepare material and other cost summaries for quotes from vendors.
• Complete and review mechanical options as part of the preconstruction process and complete system analysis for select projects.
• Assist in the completion of bid analysis and provide input during the subcontractor selection process.
• Develop sequencing requirements of various systems and provide solutions to meet the schedule requirements.
• Thoroughly understand different mechanical and plumbing systems, and evaluate value engineering options with designers and owners.
• Track value creation items from development through inclusion and document in project documentation.
• Develop and manage scopes of work for Mechanical and Plumbing scopes, including responsibility matrix, distribution of plans and specifications, and pricing, bid solicitation and coordination for vendors and subcontractors.
• Utilize knowledge of the project schedule and logistics in project estimates.
• Collaborate with operations to provide constructability and coordination reviews of project documents.
• Provide professional and comprehensive deliverables at the completion of each major estimate.
• Develop Mechanical and Plumbing bidder's list to project requirements.
• Assist with site logistic reviews including the development of temporary cooling and heating plans.
• Improve project profitability opportunities by applying thorough understanding of insurance structures, fees and rates.
• Complete review and execution of bid forms, bid bonds, etc. on bid projects including general requirements; participate in and summarize bid day activities.
• Apply knowledge of project schedule to preconstruction efforts with specific focus on Mechanical and Plumbing scopes.
• Apply knowledge of subcontractor market and how to prequalify subcontractors.
• Provide system analysis of building components and MEP systems and assist operations staff on project logistics, staging, phasing plans and coordination.
• Review financial risk to the company and ensure fee enhancements are within estimates, including contract risk; partner with operations to assess and mitigate risk.
• Develop and maintain client and subcontractor relationships.
• Present and sell estimates and proposals and participate in project procurement presentations.
• Coordinate feasibility studies on life‑cycle costs of building Mechanical and Plumbing systems.
• Lead efforts to assemble, analyze and store project cost history.
• Provide training and mentorship to others.

• Perform work accurately, completely, and in a timely manner.
• Communication skills, verbal and written (Intermediate).
• Conduct effective presentations.
• Proficiency in MS Office with emphasis on strong Excel skills (Intermediate).
• Read and understand drawings and specifications (Advanced).
• Proficiency in construction estimating software, including Building Connected, Accubid, Fast Duct, and Fast Pipe software or equivalent (Advanced).
• Proficiency in required construction technology.
• Knowledge…