Division:
Denver
Project Location(s):
Denver, CO 80204 USA
Minimum Years Experience:
Travel Involved:
Job Type:
Regular
Job Classification:
Experienced
Education:
Job Family:
Construction
Compensation:
Salaried Exempt
If you picture yourself doing great things that make a difference in the lives of others, Turner is the place to be. Turner Construction is an industry leading commercial construction general contractor with a 120-year history spanning iconic projects around the globe, including 10 of the world's 100 tallest buildings. For the past 50 years, Turner's Denver office has helped shape our local skyline with projects such as Meow Wolf, Sports Authority Field at Mile High, and Rocky Mountain Regional Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Denver's current working portfolio includes everything from data centers and elaborate healthcare renovations to commercial spaces. Turner is committed to sustaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where everyone feels connected, sees themselves represented at all levels of the company, and feels supported to reach their ultimate potential. Turner builds some of the most ambitious projects in the world. The technical expertise of our people makes us a recognized leader in many markets. Our projects are well known. Our people set us apart. We inspire greatness. Can you picture yourself at Turner? If so, apply and let's do great things together!This is not a remote/hybrid position and will be based in a Turner office or project location.This position will be posted for 60 days.
Position Description: Prepare detailed estimates for the project based on the design documents, narratives, and specifications, focusing on the Mechanical/Plumbing/Fire Protection/Electrical/Technology/LV System (MEP) trades.
Reports to: Preconstruction Manager / MEP Manager
Essential Duties & Responsibilities*:
Communicate mechanical and electrical estimate and scopes of work to Turner staff, architects, engineers, and owners.
Prepare quantity take-offs, analysis, estimates, and studies for Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, and Low Voltage (LV) system items incorporated in assigned scope from conceptual design through completed construction documents. Preliminary design work may be required to complete conceptual estimates.
Analyze existing site conditions and contract documents (e.g., plans, specifications) to determine required scope not already indicated.
Develop working relationships with local material suppliers and equipment vendors to solicit accurate and current pricing of plumbing fixtures, HVAC equipment, piping and sheet metal material, lighting, distribution equipment, low voltage systems, and other material pricing.
Develop working relationships with local Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, and LV system (MEP) trade partners to build and maintain list of qualified bidders for projects.
Perform constructability analysis of project documents. Communicate design and constructability issues to project team in accordance with project contract.
Provide first costs analysis and participate in life cycle analysis with Design team.
Work together with Operations staff and fellow estimators to ensure General Conditions and General Requirements (GC/GR) items are properly addressed in estimate including, but not limited to, items such as temporary heating/cooling, electrical, power and lighting, including estimating of electrical and natural gas consumption during construction.
Coordinate equipment pricing with SourceBlue for Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, and LV system estimates.
Develop value analysis to define more cost-efficient alternatives to proposed Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, and LV system systems, materials and equipment.
Actas liaison with engineers, design consultants, trade partners, Turner staff, and owner's representatives to resolve Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, and LV system issues related to project preconstruction efforts.
Prepare and assemble estimates and proposals for different contract @types (e.g., lump sum, GMP, Cost Plus).
Participate in estimate reviews with Design team and client.
Participate in project hand-off to Operations and conduct proper transfer of knowledge from Preconstruction to Operations.
Participate in authoring scope requisitions for bidding/procurement of Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, and LV system systems; coordinate with fellow estimators to eliminate scope gaps and overlaps.
Evaluatesubcontractor proposals relative to their scope of work; determine scope coverage and manage risk of scope gaps.
Assist project staff in evaluating large change orders.
Gather and analyze Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, and LV system bid data for projects using Turner system breakdown sheets. Maintain historical cost database of data.
Utilize quantification and cost estimating tools and/or software in use by local business unit.
May supervise Assistant MEP Estimators, Estimating Assistants and/or Interns.
Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.
Thesalary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a varietyof factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience,education, specialty, and training. The below salary range represents thecompany's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possiblecompensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtimecompensation. Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck.Turner Construction provides generous leave, health plans and retirementcontributions that add to your bottom line.
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The salary range for this position is estimated to be 93,100.00 - 175,000.00 USD annualized.
Turner Construction provides flexible benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage, financial benefits such as a 401(k) plan, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, wellness benefits, a voluntary legal plan, identity theft, life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage.
In addition to our extensive benefit offerings, we provide paid vacation, wellness/sick time, holidays, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referral bonuses, and end of year appreciation pay.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related field, and minimum of 3 years of related Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, and Low Voltage System estimating experience or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Knowledge of Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, and Low Voltage systems
Ability to use critical thinking skills for understanding and interpreting contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule to formulate comprehensive cost analysis for Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, Technology, and Low Voltage systems
Ability to collaborate with vendors and trade partners and project team members
Professional written and verbal communication skills to deliver presentations with confidence
Proficient computer skills and Microsoft Office suite of applications, and adopt quickly to new technology
Supervisory experience desiredPhysical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of
