MEP Construction Estimator

MEP Construction Estimator

DACK Consulting Solutions is a growing construction consulting firm supporting technically complex commercial projects throughout New York City and the surrounding region. We are seeking an experienced MEP Construction Estimator to lead cost estimating, budgeting, and bid development for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems on commercial construction projects.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in MEP estimating, a thorough understanding of building systems, and experience preparing budgets and competitive bids from conceptual design through GMP and final pricing. This individual will work directly with leadership, engineers, subcontractors, and project teams to develop accurate estimates and support strategic preconstruction efforts.

What You'll Do

MEP Estimating & Cost Planning

• Prepare detailed estimates for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection scopes.
• Perform quantity takeoffs from conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction documents.
• Develop conceptual budgets, GMP estimates, bid proposals, and change-order pricing.
• Review drawings, specifications, and bid documents for completeness and constructability.
• Identify scope gaps, design conflicts, cost risks, and value-engineering opportunities.
• Solicit, evaluate, and level subcontractor and supplier proposals.
• Research material, labor, and equipment pricing to maintain competitive and accurate estimates.
• Develop estimate summaries, bid comparisons, and executive-level cost reports.

Preconstruction & Strategy

• Support project pursuit decisions through cost and risk analysis.
• Provide value-engineering recommendations and budget alternatives.
• Track market conditions, labor trends, and material pricing fluctuations.
• Maintain historical cost databases and estimating benchmarks.
• Support project turnover to operations teams following contract award.

Collaboration

• Work closely with project managers, engineers, architects, and subcontractors.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, scope reviews, and site visits.
• Assist with project cost control and change-order pricing throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support continuous improvement of estimating tools, processes, and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of MEP estimating experience within commercial construction.
• Proven experience estimating mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and/or fire protection systems.
• Strong understanding of HVAC, piping, ductwork, electrical distribution, plumbing, controls, and fire protection systems.
• Experience preparing detailed takeoffs, budgets, GMP estimates, and hard-bid pricing.
• Ability to read and interpret MEP drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Experience reviewing and leveling subcontractor proposals.
• Proficiency in Bluebeam, OST, PlanSwift, or similar estimating software.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience managing multiple bids and deadlines simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience estimating projects within the New York City market.
• Existing relationships with MEP subcontractors and suppliers.
• Experience with healthcare, data center, life sciences, high-rise, mission-critical, or other technically complex commercial projects.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Knowledge of NYC construction practices and logistics.

Why Join DACK Consulting Solutions?

• Direct exposure to company leadership and decision-makers.
• Opportunity to work on technically challenging commercial projects.
• Growing company with strong advancement potential.
• High-impact role influencing project strategy and business growth.
• Collaborative team environment where your expertise is valued.