MEP Estimator

(Management may amend or assign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time) • Prepare detailed cost estimates for mechanical systems, including labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted work. • Analyze blueprints, specifications, and scopes of work to develop accurate cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors related to mechanical systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and piping, in support of geothermal and energy infrastructure projects. • Coordinate pricing and scope alignment with mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) contractors, specialty vendors, and suppliers. • Participate in pre-bid meetings, site walks, and subcontractor audits as needed. Estimated travel requirement: up to 25%. • Ideally has strong HVAC, plumbing, or piping backgrounds with the ability to provide support to onboard into geothermal-related work. • Thorough knowledge of piping, plumbing and mechanical system operations. • Estimating, budget, cost control, scheduling, and management of multiple bids. • Solid understanding of wide variety of HVAC equipment and materials. • Review construction drawings, specifications, geotechnical reports, and RFP/RFQ documents. • Perform quantity takeoffs for piping, heat pumps, mechanical equipment, and related components. • Analyze historical cost data and market conditions to ensure competitive pricing. • Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and scope reviews. • Identify risks, value engineering opportunities, and constructability considerations. • Collaborate with project managers and engineers to ensure smooth handoff from estimate to execution. • Maintain estimating databases, templates, and cost libraries. • Assist with post-bid reviews and cost variance analysis. • All other duties and responsibilities as assigned. This position does not have supervisory responsibility.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience). • 3–7+ years of mechanical estimating experience, preferably in geothermal or HVAC. • Strong understanding of mechanical systems, piping, and HVAC equipment. • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications. • Proficiency in estimating software, CAD drawings and Microsoft Excel. • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. • Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines simultaneously. • Travel required up to 75% to work/project sites in the greater Northeast Region (but not limited to) of the United States. • Lodging & travel reimbursement will be provided for overnight stays.

Brightcore offers a full slate of medical, dental, and vision benefits including options to enroll in a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and a Health Savings Account (HSA). • PTO • Financial Wellness Benefits • Benefit Concierge Program through Health Advocate • EAP - Employee Assistance Program • Disability, Life, & AD&D Benefits • Access to Marketplace for Discounted Goods & Services Brightcore Energy is committed to bringing together individuals from different backgrounds and perspectives.