Sr. M&E Estimator

Job Overview

The M&E Estimator provides direct support to the Preconstruction and Operations group through quantity takeoffs, subcontractor buyouts, and budgeting from conceptual to construction documents, focusing on M&E trades.

• Interface directly with architects and engineers as required.
• Develop estimates and proposals for bid opportunities.
• Perform quantity take-offs and generate estimates.
• Prepare comprehensive conceptual budgets and accurate job cost proposals including T&M, lump sum, and design-build bid packages.
• Participate in bid solicitation and subcontractor selection.
• Identify plan discrepancies and opportunities for value engineering.
• Negotiate with subcontractors and vendors.
• Maintain relationships with local subcontractors and vendors for ongoing negotiations and future bids.
• Assist in other duties as assigned relevant to the achievement of the position’s and team’s objectives.

• Knowledge of construction methods and project execution.
• Ability to read construction plans and specifications, and calculate costs using labor, material pricing schedules, and historical data.
• Practical knowledge of all construction trades, emphasizing M&E components.
• Mathematical acuity for creating cost models.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong organization to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Experience with Win Est, Accubid or similar estimating systems.
• Experience with Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, Building Connected.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record as per Fortis policy.

• Bachelor’s degree (Cost Engineering degree and/or certifications are a plus).
• 2+ years of M&E construction experience.

• Work in a professional office environment; stationary, standing or sitting for long periods.
• Use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers.
• Communication with internal and external contacts is required.
• May occasionally push, pull or lift up to 25 lbs.

• All Fortis positions require some level of driving.

Fortis is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and making employment decisions based on job-related factors. Fortis Construction, Inc. reserves the right to revise the job description at any time.