McCarthy Holdings Inc

MEP Preconstruction Manager

McCarthy Holdings Inc$90K — $120K *
Omaha, NE 68104In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management, or 5-10 years of relevant experience.
  • Experience in Mechanical (HVAC/Plumbing) and/or Electrical Preconstruction, preferably across all MEP trades.
  • Strong knowledge of construction principles and practices required.
  • Proven experience estimating complex mechanical and electrical systems.
  • Familiarity with estimating software such as MS Excel, On-Screen Take-Off, Bluebeam Studio, and others preferred.
  • Experience managing subcontractors and understanding of subcontracts and self-performed work.
  • Strong communication skills, capable of engaging diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and review bid documents, ensuring timely submission of bids and estimates.
  • Conduct detailed quantity take-offs for accurate project estimates.
  • Assist in developing execution plans and win strategies for bidding.
  • Create thorough and well-organized estimates with comprehensive details.
  • Compile proposals with necessary bid forms and supporting documentation.
  • Solicit and manage subcontractors and vendors during preconstruction phases.
  • Engage in peer bid and contract reviews to ensure compliance with proposals.

Benefits

  • Generous relocation package available for candidates needing to move.
  • Opportunity to work in a geographical area with an established McCarthy office.
  • Chance to cultivate client relationships and contribute to business development efforts.
Full Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY

The MEP Preconstruction Manager has the primary responsibility of estimating, design/decision assisting, and trade partner procurement for vertical projects for MEP trade packages.

This position is located in a geographic area where McCarthy has an office. A candidate who does not live in an area with a McCarthy office will need to relocate. If relocation is required, McCarthy offers a generous relocation package.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Prepare, maintain status of and review bid documents, submitting bids and estimates in a timely manner
  • Prepare complete, accurate quantity take-offs to build estimates
  • Assist with execution plans and win strategies
  • Prepare a thorough, detailed and well-annotated estimate
  • Prepare a thorough, comprehensive proposal, including bid forms and supporting documentation
  • Subcontractor & Vendor solicitation and management during preconstruction process
  • Participate in peer bid review and contract review for compliance with bid proposal
  • Follow-up with prior bid projects on a weekly basis and update status at weekly estimating meeting
  • Assist project manager if questions arise throughout the project about the estimate
  • Cultivate existing client relationships and work with Business Development in building new relationships and targeting opportunities
  • Participate in design meetings, OAC meetings and provide Design-Assist or Design Build input.

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management, and/or 5-10 years' experience with estimating, design management and/or field management.
  • Experience in a Mechanical (HVAC/Plumbing) and/or Electrical Preconstruction capacity with a MEP Contractor or General Contractor. Preference is experience across all MEP trades.
  • In-depth knowledge of construction principles/practices required
  • Proven experience estimating mechanical (including plumbing/process) systems and complex electrical and low voltage systems.
  • Experience working with MS Excel, On-Screen Take-Off, Bluebeam Studio, Accubid, Revizto, WinEst preferred
  • Experience dealing with subcontracts, subcontractors and/or self-perform work
  • Self-starter, highly motivated with the ability to build trust and influence others
  • Demonstrate behaviors consistent with McCarthy core values while maintaining a "value added" approach to preconstruction
  • Strong communication skills with ability to communicate with varied audiences
  • Ability to perform mechanical quantity take-off based on OPRs, BODs, SLDs, architectural floor plans (sometimes without mechanical drawings)
  • Understand main differentiators among various mechanical and electrical systems and solutions

About McCarthy Holdings Inc

McCarthy Holdings, Inc. is a construction company that provides general contracting, construction management, and design-build services. The company serves clients in the healthcare, education, commercial, and industrial sectors. McCarthy Holdings, Inc. was founded in 1864 and is based in St. Louis, Missouri.
Learn more about McCarthy Holdings Inc
Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$100 million
5 Year Trend
+12%
Revenue
$4.4 billion

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