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MEP Estimator – Data Center Construction
Location
United States
Posted
14 days ago
Salary
0
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
MEP Estimator – Data Center Construction
Worldwide Mission Critical
• Conduct regionally-specific market research on mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems • Maintain detailed records of historical project costs, including labor, materials, and equipment • Analyze historical data to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for cost optimization • Develop conceptual budgets for MEP scope elements based on market analysis and project scope • Prepare detailed estimates for labor, materials, and equipment • Generate cost variance reports at major design milestones • Solicit and analyze subcontractor, vendor, and OEM pricing for electrical distribution, generators, switchgear, UPS, mechanical cooling systems, plumbing, fire protection, fire alarm, BMS/controls, and low-voltage/security systems • Collaborate with general contractors and trade-partners to reconcile project costs and ensure scope alignment • Conduct thorough constructability reviews focused on mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and low-voltage scopes • Assist in developing comprehensive RFP documentation for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and low-voltage/security scopes • Draft specific language for RFPs to ensure precise scope definitions and requirements • Support the coordination and conduction of site walks focused on relevant elements • Perform bid leveling for bids to compare and normalize proposals.
Job Requirements
- 4+ years of estimating experience with a strong emphasis on mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and low-voltage scopes in mission-critical, data center, or other heavy industrial projects
- Proven ability to estimate projects $50M+ in total construction value
- Ability to perform quantity takeoffs for MEP systems, including electrical distribution and conduit/feeders, generators and switchgear, mechanical cooling and air handling, piping and plumbing, fire protection, fire alarm, BMS/controls, and structured cabling/low-voltage
- Proficiency with estimating software (Destini, RIB CostX, WinEst, or similar) and Microsoft Excel
- Solid understanding of data center-specific challenges, including critical power and cooling topologies, redundancy concepts, and the ability to read and interpret MEP drawings, single-line diagrams, and specifications
- Familiarity with electrical and mechanical equipment lead times and procurement strategy for long-lead items such as generators, switchgear, transformers, and UPS systems
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while collaborating with the estimating team.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
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