Our client is an ENR Top 25 General Contractor with a nationally recognized reputation for delivering some of the most complex and high-profile construction projects in the United States. With a strong presence across commercial, healthcare, mission critical, aviation, advanced manufacturing, and mixed-use sectors, they are known for technical excellence, innovation, and a collaborative project delivery approach.

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Due to continued growth and a strong project pipeline, they are seeking an experienced Senior MEP Estimator to join their Denver preconstruction team.

The Senior MEP Estimator will play a key role in leading all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection estimating efforts across large-scale construction projects. This individual will be heavily involved from early conceptual budgeting through GMP development and final pricing while working closely with clients, design teams, operations, and trade partners.

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This is an ideal opportunity for a technically strong MEP estimating professional looking to work on complex, landmark projects with one of the top contractors in the country.

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Key Responsibilities

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MEP Estimating & Cost Management

• Lead conceptual, schematic, and detailed MEP estimating efforts across all project phases
• Prepare accurate budgets, cost plans, GMPs, and bid packages
• Perform detailed quantity take-offs and pricing analysis for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and BIM models to develop comprehensive estimates
• Identify risks, scope gaps, escalation impacts, and value engineering opportunities
• Maintain current knowledge of market pricing, labor trends, and material costs within the Denver and Rocky Mountain region

Preconstruction Leadership

• Partner with clients, architects, engineers, and internal teams throughout preconstruction
• Provide real-time pricing feedback during design development
• Support constructability reviews and project planning discussions
• Assist in developing procurement and buyout strategies
• Participate in client meetings, presentations, and preconstruction interviews

Technology & Systems

• Utilize estimating and preconstruction tools such as OST, Bluebeam, WinEst, Trimble, Procore, and BIM/VDC platforms
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within preconstruction processes and systems

• 8+ years of MEP estimating experience with a General Contractor or major MEP subcontractor
• Proven experience delivering estimates on large-scale commercial construction projects valued at $50M+
• Strong technical understanding of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems
• Experience with conceptual estimating, hard bids, negotiated GMPs, and value engineering
• Proficiency with OST, Bluebeam, Procore, WinEst, Trimble, and/or BIM platforms
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and current market pricing
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative preconstruction environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred