Project Engineer MEP - Costing

vConstruct

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop quantity takeoffs for various trade packages like HVAC, Plumbing, Process Equipment, Piping & Instrumentation, fire protection, and low voltage etc.

• Study project drawings, details, RFIs, models and other documents. Identify any discrepancies or missing information.

• Leverage the 3D Models into Processes - Able to use the 3D Models and take insights from the Model to better execute the 2D Processes of Quantification as well as do the quantification directly from the Models.

• Develop 3D models from 2D design drawings to augment the quantity takeoff process.

• Understand MEP systems in detail & can rectify Missing Details at conceptual level drawings.

• Understand and prepare the cost estimates out of the Quantity Estimates.

• Identify changes between two different versions of design and report out the changes to the estimates in a comprehensible manner.

• Collaborate and effectively communicate with the estimators onsite (in USA or other geographies and align on the desired outcome of the request)

• Strong communication skills and be able to communicate with Project team based overseas in the form of mails and meetings. Able to understand the requirements and clearing the issues for the respective deliverables.

• Understand any new scope of work, process or platform and develop the workflow and execution plan. Further followed by documenting the processes and training the team members.

• Develop and maintain good working relationships with the Onsite teams, customers, and the team at vConstruct.

• Learn and work on other construction estimating scopes along with the core MEP scopes.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelors or masters degree in Quantity Surveying, Architecture, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, and Construction Engineering or Management is preferred. Related field can also apply.
• Familiarity with the US, Europe and Indian Construction Documents and Terminologies.
• 2 years of working experience in building construction is must. Quantification experience around CSA or MEP would be preferred.
• Understanding of quantification softwares like Revit, Assemble, CostX, OST, Planswift is desired.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel or any other estimating softwares would be great.

• A strong work ethic and a can-do attitude with an ability to learn quickly and independently with minimal supervision.

• Effective participation in team environment with a strong listening and communication skills
  • Have an ability to identify and resolve issues.

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