MEP Estimator II

Estimator IIs are accountable for quality control across assigned projects, providing technical guidance to team members, and ensuring estimates meet industry standards, GF quality expectations, and project timelines. This role plays a critical part in the pre-construction phase by delivering accurate, competitive estimates while supporting internal teams and customers throughout the project lifecycle.

This role is considered a HYBRID position with periodic onsite work at our headquarters in Apple Valley, Minnesota; however, U.S.-based candidates will also be considered for a fully remote arrangement.

What you will be doing?

Core Estimating & Technical Responsibilities

• Develop detailed material takeoffs and cost estimates for commercial, industrial, and infrastructure piping systems with minimal oversight.
• Analyze project specifications, drawings, P&IDs, PFDs, isometrics, and 3D models to quantify piping materials, valves, fittings, supports, insulation, and specialty components.
• Perform engineering-based calculations related to pipe sizing, system layouts, and constructability.
• Estimate labor, equipment, installation, and indirect costs based on project scope.

Proposal Development & Post-Bid Support

• Contribute to proposal and bid package development, including scope definitions, assumptions, clarifications, and material buy lists.
• Provide knowledgeable, professional support to internal and external customers regarding designs, estimates, materials, products, schedules, and project-specific questions.
• Support post-bid activities by assisting with final material lists and handoff documentation.

Estimation Review & Team Support

• Review estimates and documentation produced by team members to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with GF and industry standards.
• Support team members with all aspects of the estimating process.
• Identify project risks, constructability challenges, and value-engineering opportunities during the estimating phase.
• Support continuous improvement by sharing best practices, lessons learned, and process efficiencies.

Documentation & Professional Development

• Maintain all required documentation in accordance with GF quality and record-keeping standards.
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills, punctuality, and active participation in team meetings, training sessions, and team initiatives.
• Pursue continuous learning and proactive involvement in business and industry initiatives to expand technical knowledge across commercial, industrial, and infrastructure piping systems.
• Proactively work with leadership to support personal development, career growth, and broader business initiatives.
• Seek opportunities to contribute to business success through proactive involvement in team, business, and industry initiatives.

What will you need?

• Requires an AA degree (or equivalent) in a field relating to: construction management, engineering, architecture, drafting, MEP systems. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience with Trimble Autobid Mechanical preferred.
• Requires familiarity with AutoDesk software (focusing on AutoCAD and Revit), Microsoft Operating Systems, and Microsoft Office platforms.
• Experienced knowledge of estimating techniques, commercial or industrial piping systems, construction methods, building materials, pipe sizing, and model codes is required.   
• Must demonstrate a professional attitude and demeanor.
• Must be detail orientated, work well under pressure, and be able to meet deadlines.  
• 2+ years of trade design experience and 4+ years of AutoCAD, Revit, or estimation software experience

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations Preferred:

• Plumbing (Potable) Design: CPDT (Certified Plumbing Design Technician)

What will you get?

• Best-in-class health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• 160 hours paid time off (combination of PTO and Employee Safe and Sick Time accruals- MN Based Employees)
• For more information: https://www.uponorcareers.com/en-us/employee-benefits