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Job Ref:	67128BR
Employer:	Earth Tech Inc..
City:	Boston
State/Province:	MA
Country:	United States

Job Description:

Davis Langdon, An AECOM Company, is seeking an experienced and motivated MEP Estimator – Mechanical or Electrical biased. This full-time position will be based in Boston, MA.

The candidate will help support the present Boston and North East region MEP work-load requirements. They will be required to complete Estimating and Cost planning requirements through pre-contract design phases but also in managing and assisting in post- contract change order review and project control processes.

The candidate will be expected to complete/have:

Position requirements:

Design Phase (Required):

· Develop conceptual cost plans from minimal design information undertaking an analytical process. Show willingness to pro-actively request information on design, but when not available be competent in stating any required assumptions and/or exclusions.
·    Develop detailed cost estimates from engineering drawings; proactively identify deficiencies and/or questions; and actively assist the project team toward the answers.
· Actively reconcile estimates with those prepared by third-parties; engage the third-party entities in an informative, collaborative reconciliation; and communicate the results of the reconciliation effort.
· Proactively establish a routine reporting cycle that clearly communicates when an estimate changes and why.
· Have an understanding for the make-up of net-costs; including review of equipment/material prices, labor rates/ fringe benefits, appropriate productivity requirements, understanding for tools of the trade.
· Have a good understanding for both sub-trade general requirements but also for GC’s general conditions and temporary requirements.
· Be competent in completing comparative system cost options and reviews to help the design team in selection processes through-out the pre-contract design phases and value management processes.
· Be competent in managing and reviewing Value Engineering processes.
· Be familiar with energy performance and carbon reduction technology requirements.
· Be willing to accumulate, evaluate and document historical cost data for the development of future estimates.
· Prepare and / or review final Engineer's estimate.
· Provide coordination and liaison with project management and project engineering personnel throughout the estimate development.
· Be willing to train less experienced estimating staff as and when necessary.

Construction phase (desirable):

· Review contract documents and contract modifications to determine scope of work and cost allowances for scope changes.
· Assist with the determination of merit;
· Review the scope specified within the proposal to ensure it is specification compliant;
· Review labor rates to ensure conformance to the contract requirements.
· Review labor productivity to ensure that the labor hours are in conformance with contract working restrictions, overtime is appropriate, etc.;
· Review quantities and ensure there is a fair and reasonable representation of additional scope, as well as possible credits; be aware of demolition required to accommodate changes within a completed schedule or costs associated with procured items within a developing schedule.
· Review pre-purchased material or equipment and/or equipment rental rates against fair and reasonable pricing references;
· Review contractor mark-ups to ensure that the correct mark-ups are being used and that any mark-up caps are not exceeded.

General

· Be competent in spoken & written presentation for; estimates, reconciling documents, negotiating change orders.

· Be assertive but fair and reasonable when negotiating for all of the above.

Professional Experience Level (Required):

· Five years + of general estimating and negotiation experience directly related to both engineering and/or construction projects required.

· Demonstrated experience with all MEP elements is desirable. Biased for one trade is acceptable.

· Varied sector experience. Laboratory and/or healthcare experience is desirable.

· Demonstrated experience with complex estimate reconciliations and change order negotiations.

· Demonstrated proficiency with differing estimating formats, including Uniformat II.

Job Qualifications: (Desirable)

    Bachelors or higher degree in an engineering or construction related discipline.
· Self-starter attitude with proven results-oriented focus.
· Demonstrate a proactive, firm and respectful approach to estimate reconciliation efforts and change order processing.
· Proficient with industry estimating databases and other estimating data sources, e.g. RS Means, Richardson’s, National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA), etc.
· Proficient with large-scale estimating software.
· Proven accuracy, reliability and completeness in job accomplishment.
· Demonstrated success on the job, as evidenced by satisfactory performance, acceptance of responsibility and growth in previous position.
·        Effective oral and written communication skills.

Hardware / Software Knowledge (Desirable):

· Understanding and/or application of BIM Models.

· On-Screen Take-Off / QTO or similar.

· Understanding and/or application of Prolog.

What We Offer AECOM is a place where you can put your innovative thinking and business skills into high gear and work alongside other highly intelligent and motivated people. It's a place where you can apply your skills to some of the world's most challenging, interesting, and meaningful projects worldwide. It's a place that values the diversity of our areas of practice and our people. It's what makes AECOM a great place to work and grow. AECOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Post Date:

01/10/2012

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