MEP Estimator- Mechanical​/Electrical​/Plumbing

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Kraus-Anderson offers an opportunity to make an immediate impact with an industry leader.

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• Integrity – Do the right thing…always be respectful, honest and fair.
• Commitment – Take ownership, work hard, and keep promises.
• Teamwork – Collaborate to foster trust and success for all.
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For more than a century, Kraus-Anderson has been transforming the American landscape. Founded in 1897 and privately owned by the Engelsma family for more than 70 years, KA is consistently ranked by Engineering News‑Record among the top 50 general contractors in the United States. Our base of operations in Minnesota is supplemented with regional offices, extending our capabilities coast to coast.

We take a highly collaborative approach to our work. We work closely with owners, architects and the entire planning team well before ground is broken; providing cost analyses, scheduling information, and value engineering services to ensure that our client can make informed decisions leading to a timely finish of the highest quality and the best value.

This position will be responsible for Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing (MEP) estimating and preconstruction services including preparation of estimates, document review and constructability, cost management, value engineering analysis, systems review, variance analysis, historical cost comparisons, and bid solicitation, receipt and evaluation.

• Complete necessary take-offs and prepare estimates during all phases, including conceptual through final construction documents (guaranteed max price) for all MEP systems.
• Develop and maintain KA specific MEP pricing templates, worksheets, and database for both detailed and conceptual phases.
• Support the development of value‑engineering alternatives.
• Support the preparation of estimate documentation for Project Team and Executive‑level review.
• Participate in design meetings.
• Resolve cost discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
• Effectivelyahia­communicate with and humane???? solic teaming subcontractors for the project.
• Support the identification and solicitation of appropriate subcontractors by project needs.
• Support the evaluation and solicitation of bids from various subcontractors, vendors and suppliers.
• Lead procurement/direct purchase of Mechanical and Electrical Equipment & Gear.
• Set up project estimates in Kraus proceeds of estimating software.
• Attend Owner/Client interviews.
• Maintain and grow professional and technical knowledge.
• Participate in industry associations.
• Capture and entry of historical cost data to KA cost modeling software.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• 8+ years of mechanical estimating experience or equivalent education and/or experience.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret scope narratives and incomplete, preliminary or conceptual design documents by understanding the total required design details for mechanical systems and equipment for complete estimates at each design stage.
• Demonstrated computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel, Project and Outlook).
• Working knowledge of preconstruction & estimating software, industry best practices and procedures.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to use time productively, maximize efficiency and meet challenging work goals.
• Ability to quickly learn new software and computer applications.
• Ability to maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures and meet quality standards.
• Ability to possess and maintain an exceptional work ethic as well as uphold company möchte values and demand the highest standard of…