MEP Estimator

managing inventory and procurement processes for MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) components in modular construction projects. This role will require close collaboration with the Design Team and Project Management Team to ensure accurate takeoffs, material planning, and project execution.

Advantages
- Competitive salary
- Career growth and opportunities for advancement
- Learning/training opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits
- DPSP matching

Responsibilities
• Perform on-screen takeoffs to analyze MEP drawings, technical specifications, and bid documents accurately.
• Collaborate closely with the Design Team to validate drawings and ensure accuracy in the takeoff process.
• Work with the Project Management Team to align takeoff quantities with project scopes, budgets, and schedules.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive Bill of Quantities (BoQs) and pricing schedules based on detailed takeoffs.
• Conduct on-site MEP surveys to assess project conditions and verify compliance with plans.
• Measure and confirm actual quantities used in modular units against takeoffs to identify variances.
• Provide reports on discrepancies and offer recommendations for material adjustments.
• Manage and monitor inventory of MEP components using ERP systems like Acumatica, NetSuite, or similar platforms.
• Oversee and coordinate factory procurement, ensuring timely delivery and optimal inventory levels.
• Verify actual material usage on the factory floor and reconcile with takeoff data to optimize resource planning.
• Collaborate with factory workers to ensure MEP installations align with specifications and material estimates.
• Provide on-floor guidance to improve material efficiency and address usage issues in real-time.
• Gather feedback loops from factory teams to address challenges and improve processes.
• Work with vendors to procure MEP materials, ensuring quality, competitive pricing, and timely deliveries.
• Analyze supplier quotations and address any discrepancies in materials or deliveries.
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships to support project requirements.
• Partner with the Design Team and Project Management Team to ensure alignment in material planning, quantities, and cost controls.
• Provide structured feedback to internal teams on material usage, process efficiency, and identified risks or opportunities.
• Implement best practices to streamline the takeoff process, material procurement, and inventory management workflows.
• Prepare detailed reports on material variances, inventory usage, and cost impacts.
• Maintain accurate ERP records and historical cost data for future reference and analysis.
• Support management by providing updates on takeoffs, procurement status, and factory performance metrics.

Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 5 years of experience in MEP estimating surveying, procurement, or inventory management roles.
• Has done actual takeoffs worked with subtrades.
• Expertise in on-screen takeoffs with strong proficiency in reading and analyzing MEP drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency in ERP systems such as Acumatica, NetSuite, or similar platforms.
• Experience with estimation tools/software (e.g., Trimble, Bluebeam, CostX).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills, with a focus on material tracking and cost optimization.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Design Teams, Project Management Teams, and factory workers.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to identify material variances and opportunities for process improvements.
• Knowledge of MEP systems, modular construction workflows, and local building codes.

Summary
If you are interested in this opportunity, apply today or email rob.mortimer@randstad.ca

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