Job Description:

The M&E Estimator provides direct support to the Preconstruction and Operations group via quantity takeoffs, subcontractor buyouts, conceptual through construction document budgeting constructability reviews and value engineering, with a specific focus on M&E trades.

Responsibilities

• Interface directly with architects and engineers as required

• Participate in developing estimates and proposals for assigned 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 sub-contractor selection

• Identify plan discrepancies and opportunities for value engineering

• Negotiate with subcontractors and vendors

• Develop and 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.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of methods of construction practices and project execution

• Ability to read construction plans and specifications and analyze sketches, blueprints, bills of material or sample layouts and calculate costs using labor and material pricing schedules and historical data

• Practical knowledge of all construction trades, with strong emphasis on M&E trade components

• Mathematical acuity and ability to create cost models

• Excellent communication skills and must work collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation

• Excellent organization skills and can consistently meet deadlines

• Comfortable with Microsoft Office, with proficiency in Excel

• Experience in WinEst program, Accubid or relevant estimating systems

• Experience working in Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, BuildingConnected, Excel formats and formulas

• Must possess a valid drivers license and a satisfactory driving record in accordance to Fortis policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred.  Cost Engineering degree and/or certifications are a plus

• 2+ years M&E construction experience is preferred

Physical Requirements

Work is performed in a professional office environment. Role is stationary, often standing or sitting for long periods of time, utilizing standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, etc. Communication with internal and external contacts, including speaking and hearing is required. May occasionally push, pull or lift up to 25 lbs.

Travel Requirements

All Fortis positions require some level of driving.

The above description is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements for the performance of this job; it is not to be construed as a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. All jobs require behaviors consistent with our Core Values and Culture. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations could be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role, absent undue hardship. Fortis Construction, Inc. rese­rves the right to revise the job description at any time.

Fortis is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regards to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability or any other protected categories.  It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given an equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.