Senior Estimator; MEP

We're seeking experienced construction professionals to help us achieve our mission. If you share our passion for building and want to develop in the construction industry, there's never been a better time to join our team.

The McDonnel Group is a values-driving organization that invests in our team members through generous benefits, competitive compensation and ongoing professional development.

The Senior Estimator role is a great opportunity to work with a talented team in a fun, collaborative environment, working on a diverse mix of Commercial and Industrial projects.

• Assist in preconstruction on projects (value engineering, coordination with design team, communication with subs / suppliers)
• Maintain Timberline database with accurate, up to date material cost for concrete and carpentry items
• Understand entire scope of work for assigned bid projects and inform entire bid team of specific items to account for and items that need to be coordinated
• Understand and identify the risks associated with the project
• Accurate analysis of building system requirements and functions (skin, code, safety, energy calculations, etc.);
  Identify and account for on the bid
• Accurate scope identification for assigned bid sections
• Sub / Supplier contact to ensure adequate number of bids are received
• Adherence to bid schedule issued
• Identify and communication with design team regarding potential design deficiencies / items missing from bid documents required to complete the estimate
• Maintain knowledge of industry trends and pricing
• Bid Package Management
• Create bid packages within Dodge
• Select appropriate subs / suppliers to invite for each bid from the vendor database
• Send out initial invitation to bid
• Complete Bid Summary sheet
• Takeoff all GSF, site fill, concrete and carpentry items on all bids
• Estimate amounts for all self-performed items in each bid
• Timely completion of bid tab sheets (accurate scope listing, accurate knowledge of bidders / major equipment & material suppliers)
• Accurate analysis of bid day quotes prior to numbers being input into estimate
• Usable summary of all concrete items for field use on awarded projects
• Identify and account for items company will supply outside of subs scopes, etc. Useable summary info to be turned over at estimate turnover meeting for all self-performed items included in the estimate
• Maintain Bid History log
• Pre-Bid meeting attendance and completion of job walkthrough form
• Complete estimate turnover package and conduct turnover meeting
• Complete understanding of bid documents
• Scope identification for assigned spec sections
• Accurate takeoff of assigned items
• Bid Preparation and delivery
• Attend pre-bid meetings as directed
• Ability to create strong customer relations
• Ability to give and receive timely feedback
• Possess a commitment to excellence
• Must be a motivated team player, looking to succeed
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Operationally focused; detailed oriented but able to grasp big picture
• Excellent people skills, able to manage, motivate and discipline if necessary
• Must possess a strong work ethic and be able to lead by example
• Expert knowledge of major building systems and how they function
• Possess the following knowledge of codes:
• Standard building codes
• Local codes
• State Fire Marshall requirements
• Other authorities having jurisdiction
• Possess knowledge of MEP design

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business Administration, Construction / Project Management, or equivalent required
• 4+ years general construction experience in the commercial space or the like with a concentration on pre-construction and estimating
• Proficient with MS Excel, MS Word and estimating and earthworks software;
  On-screen Takeoff, Timberline experience preferred
• The candidate will have a track record of proven leadership abilities (communication, relationship building, training & development, employment decisions) as well as commercial general construction estimating and pre-construction experience
• Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment criminal, driving and drug screen
• Must possess a current and valid state driver’s license and a clean driving record